Donald Robert Warner, Sr., 83, of Northford, passed away on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at his home. He was the beloved husband of 55 years to Martha Slater Warner. Donald was born in New Haven on September 30, 1934 and was the son of the late Pasquale and Philomena Cremese Warner. He served his country faithfully in the US Navy. Donald attended Villanova University. He and his late brother were the owners and operators of the former Warner Tool & Die. Donald later worked for the former Automatic Fasteners until his retirement. He was a member of the Northford V.F.W., was a volunteer firefighter for the Washington Engine Fire Dept. of Guilford, was an avid bowler, enjoyed working on cars and motorcycles with his daughter and son, enjoyed boating, camping and working in his yard. He was the beloved father of Laura Warner Pinto and Donald Robert Warner Jr. (wife MaryAnn). Grandfather of Jessica, Amanda, Alexandra & Jake Warner and Gabriella Pinto. Great-Grandfather of Kayden Warner. Predeceased by two sisters and two brothers.
A funeral service will be conducted in the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, on Wednesday evening at 7:00. Family and friends may call from 4:00 until time of service. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
So very sad for all who loved Uncle Dan…it weighs very heavy on my heart to lose my very last uncle. I am so very sorry Aunt Martha. Love to all. Robin
What a celebration there must have been when you arrived — REST IN ETERNAL PEACE
WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME
When tomorrow starts without me
And I’m not here to see
If the sun should rise and find your eyes
All filled with tears for me
I wish you wouldn’t cry
The Way you did today
While thinking of the many things
We did not get to say
I know how much you love me
As much as I love you
Each time that you think of me
I know you will miss me too
When tomorrow starts without me
Please try to understand
That an angel came and called my name
And took me by the hand
The angel said my place was ready
In heaven far above
And That I would have to leave behind
All those I Dearly Love
But When I walked through Heaven’s Gates
I felt so much at home
When GOD looked down and smiled at me
From his golden throne
He said This Is Eternity
And All I promised you
Today for life on earth is done
But Here it starts a new
I promise no tomorrow
For today will always last
And Since each day’s the exact same way
There is no longing for the past
So When Tomorrow starts without me
Do not think we’re apart
For every time you think of me
Remember I’m right here in your heart
Author: David M Romano
Cousin I will miss our long conversations. I know you are united with the family at the big table. May you Rest In Peace where there is no more pain. My prayers for your family to help them cope with their loss.
Love cousin,
MaryAnn