Earl M. Warner, 89, of Rockford passed away June 9, 2015 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. Born January 30, 1926 in Minneapolis, MN; he was the son of Richard A. and Freda (Nordmoe) Warner. He married Marion Anderson on August 10, 1946 in Rockford.
A U.S. Navy Veteran, Earl retired from National Lock and Rockford Toolcraft Inc. after many years of employment. He was also co-owner of Best Maytag along with his wife, Marion and a member of the SMSF Club.
He enjoyed spending time at Lake Mills, watching his grandchildren play hockey and dance, and most of all he loved spending time with his family.
Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Marion H. Warner; children, Linda (Brad) Burman and Steve (Wendy) Warner; grandchildren, Ellen (Pedro) Espinoza and Nolan Burman; and a great-grandchild, Kasin Espinoza.
He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Richard and Ed Warner.
Funeral service 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 16th, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road; Pastor Wendell Maynard officiating. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Monday, June 15th, at the funeral home. Entombment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be submitted at sunsetfhmemgardens.com
