Arnold W. Warner

Arnold met the love of his life, Nancy, on a blind date that turned into more than 62 years of marriage. He leaves behind a legacy of love for his family and taught us the value of hard work, being honest, and helping others. His quiet spirit was his strength. He shared his kindness and love with all who entered his presence.

Dad had a passion for antiques and flea marketing that became his second career after retiring from MichCon after 38 years of service. Dad had the knack of turning almost anything old and used into something new and usable. If you were lucky, you might have found one of the little red wagons he resurrected with a “for sale” sign at the end of his driveway. Dad was always a diehard Lion and Tiger’s Fan. Even in his ninth inning of life, he would ask for Mom to turn the Tiger’s games on for him to listen to. For those who were lucky enough to be neighbors, Arnie was known as “The Mayor of Oriole Court." He was a member of Local ICWU.

He leaves behind his wife, Nancy; children Robert Warner (Cathy), Joe Warner (Ivy Golden), Karla VerHage (Ron); grandchildren Brandon, Corey (Ashley), Gabrielle, Kyle, Megan (Mitch) Tarn, Breanna, and Kaleaha Golden; three great-grandchildren; sister, Karen Bacon; brother and sisters-in-law Sue Phillips, William Braford (Pat), Barbara Braford, Sara Lerz (David Rouch). Those who preceded him in death include his parents Frank and Hellen Warner; siblings and in-laws Doris LaVere (George), Donald Warner (Dorothy), Ralph Warner, Byron Warner (Lois), Darrell Bacon, David Braford, Dawn Hubbard, Richard Braford, Thomas Braford, Robert Braford, and James Braford.

The family would like to thank friends and family for their support during this time as well as Hospice of Holland.

A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Wyoming Park United Methodist Church, 2244 Porter St., Wyoming MI, with visitation from 9:30-11 a.m. prior to service. In honor of Arnold, and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Wyoming Park United Methodist Church, the National Marfan Foundation, or Hospice of Holland. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresgrandville.com.