Wells, MI
Raymond “Pokey” H. Warner, age 87 of Wells passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025 at his home.
Ray was born February 26, 1938 in Escanaba, the son of Ray and Melissa (Londo) Warner. He was united in marriage to Edith Noggle on April 29, 1961 at All Saints Church in Gladstone. Ray was a proud veteran who served in the United States Navy. He was employed at Michigan Bell as a Lineman and Splicer.
Ray loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed riding his motorcycle.
Ray is survived by his sons, David (Judy), Scott and Tim Warner; daughter, Lori Warner; grandchildren, Michael and Kevin Botwright; great grandchildren, Devon, Justin and Chloe; step grandchildren, Michael (Melissa) Sherman, Vincent (Susan) Sherman and Jennifer (Mickey) Larson; step great grandchildren, Taylor, Kyan, Nolan, Brayden, Mya, Veda and Emery and numerous nieces and nephews.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Edie and sisters, Elizabeth Hjort and Donna Lucas.
Per Ray’s wishes, no services will be held at this time.
Mary Caron - Gladstone, MI
Rest in Peace Uncle Pokey. You will be missed.
Lori A Warner - Potter, WI
Dad my heart is broken an the tears keep falling iam lost with you an mom gone but your heart is no longer broken your with mom no more pain only peace an that gives me comfort. You taught us to be strong an face our fears ,you were always there to help whoever needed help an your the best father ,and grandpa I MISS YOU SO MUCH tell mom I said hello an give her a big hug from all of us .love an miss you!!!!your daughter (peanut)Lori
Joe Versailles - Wetmore, MI
RIP Mr Warner
Craig Bengry - Escanaba, Mi
Ray was one of my hockey coaches in EAJHA. Pee Wee house leagues. He had a jovial, positive, fun coaching style. Im a classmate of Tim’s. May peace be with you and all Ray’s families & friends. God bless. RIP Ray.
Terry Hjort - Escanaba , MI
Thank you for being such an amazing Uncle to my siblings and me, an amazing brother to Mom and Auntie Donna, as well as a son to Nana Mel. We were so blessed! So many things come to mind. While you will be missed I am so happy you’re with Auntie Edie, warms my heart. Now, it’s time for you to get back on the Harley!
Love you!
Terry-Brat
Judy Warner - Escanaba , Mi
Ray you were the best father in law a girl could ask for. I am sure going to miss my daily visits with you and mom. Say hi to mom.for me. You are at peace and not lonely anymore
R.I.P Ray.
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Robert & Marylin Kaikkonen - Escanaba, MI
Ray: A person EXTRORDINAIR!
A friend EXTRORDINAIR!
A hockey coach EXTRORDINAIR!
Our sons called him “Uncle Ray” because he was.
His heart was as big as his hands.
He loved his horses—not the betting kind but the riding kind.
He loved Edie even to the point of surprising her when she came home to an empty lot—-mobile home–GONE!!
Rest in peace dear friend.
Love, Bob, Marylin, Greg, Bill, John & Bobby
Gina ( formerly Verbrigghe) Vandeville - Escanaba, MI
My deepest sympathies to all of you for the loss of your father and grandfather.
Lisa Cooper - Escanaba , Mi
Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to Dave, Judy and the rest of the Warner family. May you all find comfort in your memories of times spent with him.
RJ & Lisa Cooper