Dawn Louise Warner

Dawn Louise Warner, age 90, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026. She had been a resident of Winter Haven, Florida, for the past 25 years after moving from Marion, Ohio.

Dawn was born on August 15, 1936, to Sidney E. Craft and Flavilla Dale Craft. She graduated from Harding High School with the Class of 1954 and went on to work for Columbia Gas for 25 years.Dawn was a devoted member of Peace Community Church of Christ in Marion, Ohio, and First Baptist Church of Lucerne Park in Florida. She was also a member of “The Mother’s Club” and was an active member of the Moose Lodge for many years.

Dawn had a zest for life and enjoyed many hobbies and activities. She was an avid Bridge and Pinochle player and enjoyed horseback riding and camping throughout the years. A true Ohio State fan, she proudly cheered on her Buckeyes. One of her favorite traditions was making Christmas candy each year with her children and close friends. She loved shopping, going out to eat, and, most of all, following her grandchildren’s sporting events faithfully. Dawn was also a lifelong dog lover and a devoted dog mom to many beloved companions, most recently her sweet Lucky.

Dawn will be lovingly remembered for her warm heart, strong spirit, love of family, and the many happy memories she created with those around her.She is survived by her brother, Larry (Tobey) Craft; daughter, Amy Bates; son, Jeff Warner; daughter, Beth (Darren) Puckett; grandson, Nick (Rachel) Perini; granddaughter, Lindsay Stockton; granddaughter, Kaylee (Dom) Padova; grandson, Collin (Amanda) Puckett; granddaughter, Sidney Puckett; and great-granddaughters, Peyton Perini, Isabelle Perini, Nilah Stockton, and Geneva Padova.

Dawn leaves behind a lifetime of cherished memories and will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.

Memorial donations may be made to Lakeland Hospice House "In Memory of Dawn Warner", Chapters Health Foundation at 11150 N. 53rd St., Temple Terrace, Florida 33617 or Https://www.chaptershealth.org/chapters-health-foundation