Douglas B. Warner's Obituary
Douglas B. Warner age 75, of Oshkosh, WI passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2024. Doug was born a son of the late William and Edythe (Haase) Warner on June 28, 1948 and enjoyed living in Oshkosh all of his life. After graduating from High School Doug entered the work force utilizing his many mechanical skills. He eventually retired from the maintenance department at Winnebago Mental Health, giving him the opportunity to spend time with his friends and "old cronies". Especially the group from the South Side Ice Yacht Club, lifelong friends, Dan Meisel, Tom Schunk, Isaiah Skaug to name a few. Doug was a proud and dedicated member for 28 years, nine of those years he served as the Harbor Master. He was also co-host for the annual club fishing tournament. He enjoyed putting on fish fries, especially for Packer and Badger games. Doug knew Lake Winnebago waterways like the back of his hand. Doug also spent many hours with special nephews, Mike Messing, Jim Messing and Steve Mayo. Many of those activities included hunting and fishing. Many hours were spent wrenching at "Pete's Garage" with nephew-in-law, , Peter (Kathy) Schulze's. Doug was always happy to help fixing whatever, car, truck, engine that needed repairs. Fond memories that will never be forgotten.
Doug is survived by his life partner, Susan King and her daughter, who he thought fondly of as his own. His siblings, Walter (Mary Ellen) Mayo, Sylvia Beson, William (Nancy) Mayo, Winnie (Larry) "Chef Boyardee" McPeake and Patricia Windle. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many very dear friends. Doug was preceded in death by his parents; a brother Nate Warner and a brother-in-law, Dennis Beson.
Family and friends are invited for a Celebration of Life at the South Side Ice Yacht Club, 1842 S. Main Street in Oshkosh on Sunday, May 5, 2024 from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm. In lieu of floral expressions memorials in Doug's name to the charity of one's choice are appreciated.
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