Lorraine M. Warner

Lorraine M. Warner, 62, of Norwich, passed away on Thursday, October 20, 2016, at Upstate Medical University surrounded by friends and family. Lorraine was highly respected by her peers in the local law enforcement community, deeply involved in the safety and wellbeing of those around her, and loved by her family and friends; she will be greatly missed.

Born in Norwich, New York to Lawrence and Marion Warner, Lorraine was a graduate of Norwich High School with the class of 1972. Following high school she started working at Ames Department Store as Receiving Manager until 1985 when she left to begin her career in law enforcement which spanned 20 years. A police academy graduate, using her helpful nature building trust and respect within the community she cared for, Lorraine was instrumental in maintaining and teaching the safety programs in both Norwich elementary schools. She was applauded for her work in programs like, “Stranger Danger” and “Fire Safety.” Lorraine was a Sergeant with Norwich Police Department for the last ten years of her career before her retirement in October 2005. In her retirement, Lorraine delivered flowers for Pires Flower Basket.

Lorraine remained dedicated to her community, outside her position in law enforcement, through her unwavering volunteer efforts with Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival every year and continued support of the classroom program she implemented. An avid bowler, she was a member of the Women’s 600 league. Lorraine was also supportive and active in the Norwich Police Benevolent Association (PBA). During her long career she was awarded Humanitarian of the Year.

While Lorraine was truly a dependable, loyal, respected member of her professional and local community, family was foremost in her mind. Known as being ‘the entertainer’, Lorraine had a special knack for spoiling children and will be remembered as a fun loving woman who loved life.

Lorraine is survived by her brother, Rodrick (Kathleen) Warner of Fairfax, VA; sister, Kathleen (Thomas) Proskine of South New Berlin; brother, Randy (Cindy) Warner of Norwich; her nieces and nephews, Brian (Kristy) Weinberg and their children Rebekah, Rachel, and Daniel, Kevin (Dana) Weinberg and their daughter Keira, Robert (Patty) Proskine and their children Marcus, Makayla, and Monika, Matthew Proskine, Loni (Kevin) Saltis, Rory Warner, Cale Warner, and Samantha Warner. Lorraine is also survived by her dear friend, Barbara Paden and her children Tim (Stephanie) Paden and their children Christian and Bennett, Jeannie (Jason) McCann and their children Leanne and Wesley. Her aunts, Rosie Moreau, Bessie Burdick, Arleta West; uncle, Jim Kenyon; and many cousins also survive.

Lorraine was predeceased by her parents, and many aunts and uncles.

Calling hours will be held at the R.J. Fahy Funeral Home on Saturday, November 12, from 9-11 AM. A memorial service for Lorraine will be held immediately following at 11AM, with Rev. Jeremy Stopford, Pastor of First Baptist Church of Earlville, officiating. A committal service will take place at Foster Cemetery following the memorial service.

Contributions in Lorraine’s memory may be made to the Norwich Fire Department or the Norwich Emergency Squad. Checks should be made payable to the Norwich Fire Department and all donations should be sent to, Norwich Fire Department, 31 East Main Street, Norwich, New York, 13815.

Arrangements under the direction of R. J. Fahy Funeral Home, Norwich, New York.