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Michael Richard Warner

Michael Warner Obituary

Michael Richard Warner 1979 ~ 2003 Our beloved son, grandson, brother, uncle and friend, Michael Richard Warner, 23, passed away into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on June 21, 2003. He was born November 9, 1979, in Salt Lake City, Utah to Dick Michael Graves Warner and Vicki Lynn Mullett Warner. Michael attended Meadow Moor Elementary, Bonneville Jr. High and graduated from Cottonwood High school in 1998. Michael was a member of the LDS Church and had an understanding of the Gospel plan. He had a closeness with and a testimony of his Savior, Jesus Christ. He is survived by his mother and father who love him dearly; brother and sisters Karen (Cameron) Phipps, 21, Brooke, 17, Bryan, 12, and Michelle, 9; his grandparents Wesley and Necia Mullett, Robert and Phebe Timpson; nephew, Wesley Phipps; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who loved him. He had a very special and unique kinship with his beloved "Papa" and best friend, Wes Mullett. He was preceded in death by grandparents Max and Emily Graves. Because of Michael's beautifully artistic nature, he loved the peace and serenity of the mountains, where he felt Heavenly Father's inspiration. Through his magnetic smile, his warmth and his kindness, people were easily drawn to him. He had an unconditional heart and incredibly kind and gentle nature and had great compassion for others in his thoughts and actions. All who knew Michael loved him. He truly had one of the greatest of all gifts...that of listening, understanding and reaching out to others. He had a marvelous gift of communication and his dream and goal in life was to someday be a therapist, where he would counsel others in their trials and touch other's lives for good. Michael, you have already succeeded and achieved that goal. Our lives will forever be blessed because of you. We will miss you, Michael, but are at peace in knowing you have safely returned Home. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 26, 2003, 11 a.m. at the Cottonwood Stake Center, 1830 E. 6400 So. Friends may call Wednesday 6-8 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 E. 10600 So. and Thursday 9:45-10:45 a.m. at the stake center. Interment Larkin Sunset Gardens. "My son, peace be unto thy soul; thine adversity and thine afflictions shall be but a small moment" We Love You Michael "I Love You Mom and Dad"

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Jun. 25 to Jun. 26, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Warner

21 Entries

Barbara

August 21, 2024

I wish I had known him.
Aunt Barbara

Mitzi Netelbeek

July 25, 2003

Dear Vicky and family, we are so very sorry to hear of your son's passing. We have been out of town most of the summer and just heard the sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. If you need help, please call. If Michelle would like to come and play with Tessa, she is more than welcome. Peace be with you all. Mitzi, Dimitri, Rachelle, Tessa, Daniel and Ryan Netelbeek

Ken & Debbie Yocum

July 13, 2003

Precious Michael,

To your parents…..”We are permitted to grieve because we have been privileged to love. To escape grief at the cost of never having loved is too dear a price to pay.”

No one will ever know or understand the pain of losing a child until it happens to them. At this time, we would like to express our deepest sympathy and share in your family’s tears and sorrow.

Michael, you were on this earth for such a short time. Your life did make a difference to this world. We will always remember your boyish smile when you would come over to visit Kelly. You always had some different “mode” of transportation that you would show up on…..with a grin from ear to ear! I think it was the stilts that you walked over on that stands out in our minds the most! Amazing! But you were an amazing young man.

You will be missed. You have been loved. We ALL are grieving because we have been privileged to know you and love you.

Mr. & Mrs. Ken and Debbie Yocum

Kelly Yocum

July 8, 2003

Dear Mike,

It has been a long time since we have talked and even longer since I saw you last. You truly are a special person. Very few people go through life without conforming to society's norms. You chose a very brave road less traveled, stood up for what you believed in, and continuously looked for something more to life than the average person. You were one of those rare individuals who wanted to embrace life with your own opinions and ideals, unrestricted by other influences.

I know that growing up for you wasn't easy, it's never easy being a teenager, but for your constantly creative mind it was even more challenging. At times it was tough with your parents, but I don't think there are two people who love and support you more than your Mom and Dad.

As a friend of mine, you were one person I could always count on for honesty and good character. Your unique ways were most intriguing and always entertaining. I still have yet to see artwork that surpasses your fascinating drawings and creative mind. Please know that you are one of the dearest friendships I had growing up and that I care the world for you. The Lord has taken you under his wing and you are safely home with him.

Take care Mike, you will never be forgotten.

Kelly

Emily Blaine

July 8, 2003

I am so happy that I was able to know such a wonderful person like Mike, he will be missed. Lots of love to friends and family.

Lisa Robinson

June 30, 2003

Dear Warners,
I am so very greatful for all those little moments I was able to spend with Michael. I feel such a tremendous regret for not sharing with Michael how much he ment to me." Michael I love you! I Love the sweet memories I hold of you as a little boy. You will always make me smile. I know I have missed so much of what you had to offer. I am sorry, so so sorry! Michael please know how much you will be missed. I love you!
Lisa Robinson

Sina Amedson

June 30, 2003

Mike,

You were an extremely nice person. I thank God that I had the opportunity to meet you. I regret deeply not spending more time with you. You are in my thoughts and prayers, as well as your family and friends.

Mary Warner Harmon

June 26, 2003

Dear Dick, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I understand and know the pain of losing someone you love so much. The pain doesn't go away but knowing our Heavenly Fathers Plan helps us go on and know that we can survive. I love you and wish you the best in the months to come.

Starr Mallock

June 26, 2003

My thoughts go to all of your friends and family.

Jenny Wilson (Bichler)

June 26, 2003

I just wanted to let Mike's family know that my heart breaks for you. I didn't know Mike very well but I met him through the Lifeline experience. Mike stuck out of the crowd because of his sweet kind spirit. He touched my life and I'll never forget him. He's with our Heavenly Father now and we'll all see him again someday.

Your friends @ OC Tanner

June 26, 2003

Dick,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Meghan Varley

June 25, 2003

Mike was such a sweet person! I did not know him very well, only through friends and such. I will miss him though. I want evryone whom I know, that I will be here for you if you need someone.

Adam and Andrea Sollis

June 25, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers to your family.

Nathan Gallenson

June 25, 2003

Mike,

I am truly sorry things had to turn out this way. We all had our problems and I am thankful I was able to go through some of our trials together. You were always kind and honest with me; you would never have led me astray.

Somehow I feel like I could have done something to prevent this... If I had only known I would have done anything in my power. I had only seen you a few days ago and you seemed to be doing well.

I will miss you greatly, Mike, and you will always be in my thoughts. I hope that I, and everyone who cared for you, will always remember and unconditionally love you for who you truthfully were.

We will all miss you. See you soon.

Erin James

June 25, 2003

Love you Mike!

Scott Burns

June 25, 2003

Dear Vicki,

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time; may God give you strength and peace.

Scott Burns

White House

Washington, DC

Sarah (Newton) Noel

June 25, 2003

Michael was a great person. I was not a close friend, but I always admired him from a distance. He was so friendly and kind to everyone. My prayers are with you.

Dave Nadkarni

June 25, 2003

Mike was a very nice guy. I'd known him since 7th grade when we were in Band.

From the time I met him, he always treated me with respect and was very helpful through the formative years of my education.

He is an inspiration to me and to many others.

Rachel Lofgren

June 25, 2003

Mike was the most loving and compansionate person I have ever known. I do not know what I will do without him.

Richard & Sheila Ostler

June 25, 2003

Vicki and Dick: Each time we saw Michael, we were touched by his kind heart and warm smile. We love your family. May the Lord's comfort, peace and blessings be with you all Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bob & Page Hawks

June 24, 2003

Michael was a rare ray of sunshine in an often dismal world. We know his light is shining for others, now, as it once did for us. May God bless him, and give you comfort.

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