Donna Lordemann Warner, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away peacefully on October 28th, 2015 after a lengthy illness. She was surrounded by loving family.
Donna was born in Helena, Montana on July 30, 1942 to Ben Lordemann and Esther Salvas Lordemann, the second of six children. She was a third generation native Helenan who attended St. Helena Grade School and graduated from Cathedral High School in 1960.
Donna married her best friend and lifelong love, Harley Warner on February 17th, 1962 at the St. Helena Cathedral. They made their home in Helena. Donna remained at home to raise their three children, Michael, Janine, and Shawn. She also welcomed and nurtured other children along with her own. She enjoyed many activities with family and friends including camping, boating, skiing, and bowling. Lifelong friendships were developed during these years.
As the children matured, Donna began her career as an Administrator for the State of Montana Central Payroll Division, where she worked for more than 25 years. She was a dedicated professional who was respected by those she worked with.
Donna was able to retire early with Harley, and they enjoyed wintering in Yuma, Arizona, where close friends, new and old, gathered to enjoy golf, bingo, card games, and camaraderie.
Family was very important to Donna and she was devoted to her grown children and grandchildren whom she visited often. She was an avid reader who also kept busy with crossword puzzles, dice games, and family card games. The day couldn’t really start until the crossword was complete. She carried on the legacy of raucous card games around the dinner table, which Donna often won. Her dedication to family was evidenced by her close relationship with her mother-in-law Frances Landwehr, who shares her love for games and laughter.
Donna was member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church for many years, before joining the congregation at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church. She was a member of the local chapter of The Women of the Moose. Donna was also an active member of the Bill Roberts Women’s Golf League.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Esther Lordemann, and her brother, Paul Lordemann.
Donna is survived by her husband Harley Warner; her children Michael Warner (Kristen), Janine Kotan (Kevin), and Shawn Warner (Lisa); and her grandchildren Tyler Warner, Tabatha Warner, Daniel Warner, Bradley Warner, Andrew Kotan, Alex Kotan, Jacob Graham, and Eric Graham. She is also survived by her siblings Catherine Foster (Steven), Bernard Lordemann, David Lordemann (Mei), and Sharon Tregidga (Ed); and numerous nieces, nephews, and great grandchildren.
A Funeral Mass will be held Monday November 2nd at 1:00 pm, at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, 1502 Shirley Road. Burial will immediately follow the mass at Resurrection Cemetery. The reception will follow the burial at Helena Moose Lodge no. 639, 4750 N. Montana Avenue. Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Donna.
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
1:00 pm
Monday November 2, 2015
Our Lady of Valley Catholic Church
1502 Shirley Road
Helena , Mt 59602
Graveside Service
Following Funeral Mass
Monday November 2, 2015
Resurrection Cemetery
3700 North Montana Ave.
Helena , Montana 59602
Reception
Following Graveside Service
Monday November 2, 2015
Helena Moose Lodge #639
4750 N Montana Ave
Helena , Mt 59602
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
1:00 pm
Monday November 2, 2015
Our Lady of Valley Catholic Church
1502 Shirley Road
Helena , Mt 59602
Graveside Service
Following Funeral Mass
Monday November 2, 2015
Resurrection Cemetery
3700 North Montana Ave.
Helena , Montana 59602
Reception
Following Graveside Service
Monday November 2, 2015
Helena Moose Lodge #639
4750 N Montana Ave
Helena , Mt 59602
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Allen Stenhjem Family says
Harley,
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with You . God Bless…………..
Val Flansaas says
Harley, Earl and I are sorry for your loss. Donna was a wonderful lady.
Rebekka Dodge says
My mom (Billie) lived across the street from Donna and Harley (on Elm St.) I will always be appreciative that she had such good neighbors in you two. It’s truly about the kindness you leave behind in this life time.
Tonna and Joe Strasko says
Sharon, Ed, and family of Donna Warner, we are keeping you all in our prayers.
God bless you all.
Tonna and Joe Strasko
Art and Clara Gilreath says
Harley we were sorry to hear of Donna’s passing
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
Tim Heinle says
Harley, we are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tim & Cheryl Heinle
Vanessa & Chuck Tolson says
Harley & family,
We were saddened to hear of Donna’s passing, our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Chuck & Vanessa
Faun Pullin says
Harley and Family:
So sorry to hear about Donna’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this same time.
Sincerely,
Faun
Larry and Patti Stevens says
So sorry for your loss. May God be with you in this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Patti and Larry
Leon and Marsha Belville says
Harley and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Donna’s passing. She will be missed.
Leon and Marsha
Steven nicholls says
Harley and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Donna growing up, especially all the boating and camping trips at the Gates of the mountains.
Steve Nicholls
Becky Lawrence says
Janine and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Becky and David
HANK&EVELN LORDEMANN says
HARLEY & FAMILY
I would like to extend my love and prayers to in this time of sorrow and loss of DONNA .
wife & mother she will be misted by many .
UNCEL HANK AND AUNT EVELYN
Annette Fry says
My prayers and thoughts go out to the Warner family. I will truly miss my visits with Donna when she came to Spokane. I am so grateful to all of you for making my daughter such an important part of your family. Harley, you and Donna raised a very thoughful, loving,and all around wonderful son in Shawn. I will miss Donna and her gracious loving nature. Stewart,Scott,Lisa,Colleen.and Annette Fry
HANK&EVELYN LORDEMANN says
would like to be there do not travel much any more so all ican do is say prayers for all of you HANK
Mauna Pearlstein says
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sorrowful time. Love and Hugs, Mauna
Earl and Lou Ann Ford and family says
Harley and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. She was a wonderful person. Let me know if we can do anything to help. We will be unable to make the services due to prior medical procedure. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Kay Robb says
Always enjoyed it when Donna & Harley came to visit Mike & Kristen. Enjoyed playing games & good conversation. So sorry for your loss she will be greatly missed
Charlotte Day LeVasseur says
So sorry to learn of Donna’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Denise & Bill says
I will miss seating her smiling face at Jorgenson’s on Thursday’s. She was always the first one of the girls to show up, some times the only one. Donna will be missed by all of us at Jorgenson’s!!!!
Charlie Mueller says
Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family! God Bless!
Angelina says
Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family! God Bless!
Robert (J) and Violet says
Our prayers are with Harley and his entire family. We were not around her much, so not too many memory’s. We do have fond memory’s, tho.
Tim and Linda Opie says
Harley and family,
So sorry for your loss.
God bless
Joe Williams says
I worked with Donna on many occasions and projects in state government. She was very smart, very incisive, and always fun. I enjoyed our times together very much. Condolences on your loss.
Todd &Carrie Stenhjem says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She was a very person and will be missed.
Todd,Carrie, Austin & Shelby
Lori Lane McKenzie says
Harley and family – So sorry for your loss. Whenever I think of Donna, I smile….in appreciation of her quick wit and great sense of humor. She was a support for me at both my parents’ funerals. Your family and friends will miss you. Lori and family in NYC
Jim and Sally Wilcox says
We were both so sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and the days ahead.
David and Colleen Carpenter says
Harley and Family,
So sorry to hear of our loss. I always enjoyed being around Donna. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Fred/Judy Bakke says
We were so sorry to hear of Donna passing away. She will be missed by many, God Bless her.
Wally Peel says
Harley & Family,
Saddened to learn of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dennis & Diane Olson says
Harley, we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
RIP Donna