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With heavy hearts we said goodbye to Allen LeRoy Warner, age 92, who passed away peacefully in the arms of Jesus on November 2, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife and children. He was born at home, on the Warner family farm, in Emerald, WI on March 24,1932. He lived a full life filled with blessings of faith and a great love for his family.
As a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Allen was the heart of the family. Allen stressed the importance of faith, the value of hard work, humor, and kindness to everyone he met. Those closest to him fondly remember him for the twinkle in his eye, his happy, likeable personality, and his echoing laughter, which was often heard at any event he attended.
Allen served many years on the Emerald cemetery board and was an active member in the Forest United Methodist Church. He was seen many times wearing an apron at the Pancake Breakfast serving love and hospitality.
He enjoyed many interests which included buying and selling cattle, hunting, trap shooting, fishing, softball, card and dice games, going to garage sales and an occasional trip to the casino. He was often seen riding his Polaris Ranger checking on his cattle and crops. Allen had many pets over the years, but his last two dogs, Molly and Max, held a special place in his heart.
He was preceded in death by their infant son Randy Allen Warner and great-granddaughter Ruby Bergman; parents, Harvey and Edith Warner; and six siblings: Marion (Ed) Hawksford, Anna (Howard) Johnston, Esther (Si) Simonson, Nell (Russell) Fitzer, Elaine (Galen) Whinnery, and Frank (Donna) Warner.
He is survived by his loving wife Ardys. They were married on June 12, 1954, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Deer Park, WI. They bought their farm in Forest, WI in 1957 where they had a lifetime fulfillment of being farmers. Together they raised five wonderful children: Steve (Patty) Warner, Jeanne (Gary) Bergman, Cindy (Doug) Meyers, Scott Warner, and Becky (Mark) Bridges; ten grandchildren: Joe (Sami) Warner, Julie (Ross) Kochendorfer, Jason (Jordan) Warner, Tim (Krista) Bergman, Dan (Krista) Bergman, Karissa Meyers, Jessie (Eric) Klopp, Matthew (Elayna) Bridges, Ryan (Kennedy) Bridges, and Kayla Bridges; and sixteen precious great-grandchildren: Leona, Layla, Brook, Henri, Charlie, Sophia, Elsie, Libby, Ava, Brooks, Norah, Elena, Greta, Marven, Baby Bridges and Lucy; and many nieces and nephews to whom carry forward a piece of his legacy.
A service to honor Allen’s life was held on November 8, 2024, at Bakken-Young Funeral and Cremation Services (728 S. Knowles Avenue New Richmond WI 54017) with a visitation beginning at 9:00 AM with funeral service at 11:00 AM, followed by a meal and burial service.
Allen’s favorite place to be was home on the farm, sitting in his recliner with Ardys by his side, enjoying a cup of coffee while watching the Vikings game. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at the St. Croix Health Care Center for their wonderful compassionate care.
Allen will be deeply missed but forever remembered for his faith, love, and laughter he brought to all of us. We all know that we will see him again one day in heaven.
Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
Click here to watch the recording of Allen’s service.
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Jeanne, Gary & Families,
Our sincere condolences to you all in the loss of your father. Hold on to the memories. 🙏
Allen will be missed by his wonderful family. He was very much loved.❤️❤️
Allen & I, hit it off in our six months together in StCHC. We surely laughed a lot, making life a bit lighter. I’ll never miss my times w/Allen. I’ll cherish the times we had together. ( : -Pat
…. I cannot say enough about his wife & children . . . Apparently, it was alright for Allen, to be my best buddy ( :
Jeanne, Gary and family;
Our sincere sympathy on the passing of your beloved father! May his memory be eternal!
Allen was such a wonderful gentle man and I will forever remember him sitting in the lounge at SCHC waiting for Ardy’s and asking what every car in the parking lot was. Rest in peace Allen, you’ll be so missed. 🤍
Allen brought many smiles and laughter to so many people. His yelling out Hey so you stopped to visit will be missed. He had many stories, and such a great twinkle in his eye. He so loved his family. It was an honor and privilege to care for him . As he would always say to me Adios Amigo, till we meet again. Hugs and prayers to everyone.
Allen was such a strong and Christian man. Our visits were always wonderful, with laughter and smiles. Ardys, my prayers are with you and your family.
Will also remember the kind heart, his strong hands, and that fantastic laugh. So many great memories with my parents and with the grandparents. The memorial video yall did was beautiful. So sorry i will miss his service. Prayers to all.
Warner Family Prayers to the family for the loss of your loved one. Allen’s memories will live on through his children.
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