Barbara Kay Warner's Obituary
Rodney - Barbara Kay Warner, 84, of Rodney, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at her home with her family by her side.
She was born January 25, 1939, in Big Rapids, the daughter of Edward and Lucille (Robbins) Hurdle and graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1957.
From being a cheerleader herself in her high school years she was her grandkid's biggest sports fan, attending as many events as possible. Barb was an animal lover, she enjoyed watching and feeding the birds, but most of all loved spending time with family. She always had a smile on her face, and never met a person she couldn't make friends with.
On December 27, 1958, she married Wesley "Skip" Warner who preceded her in death in 2017. Barb is survived by her children, Tim (Julie) Warner of Mt. Pleasant, Jackie Warner of Big Rapids, Rhonda (Randy) Olsson of Rodney, Shari (Darren) Blades of Big Rapids, and Jeff (Patti) Warner of Rodney; five grandchildren, Justin (Shelby) Warner, Jessica Warner, Derek Blades, Renee (Mitch Eyre) Blades, and Mason Olsson-Richards; step-grandchildren Beth Olsson and Megan (Scott Lokers) Olsson; step great grandson Evan Graber; her siblings, Joan McEvoy, Bud (Louise) Hurdle, Mary Anna Gonyaw, and Anna May (Wayne) Schuberg; and many nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her parents.
"Her legacy will live on through the lives of her children and those who were blessed to be a part of her life."
A Celebration of Barb's life will be from 1 -5 p.m., Sunday, July 9, 2023, at Clear Lake Golf Club. Memorial contributions in her name may be made for Spectrum Health Hospice or ARC (Animal Rescue Coalition) of Mecosta County. Care and arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Share a memory or express condolences at Mohnke funeral home.com.
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