Dan Lee Warner, age 77, passed away on Tuesday, September 7, 2026, in El Paso Texas. He was born on January 14, 1949, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the son of Leo and Gene Warner.

Dan grew up on the family farm in Pembina, North Dakota. After graduating from Pembina High School, he attended The University of North Dakota where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. His career was spent in the manufacturing sector, working at Motor Coach Ind., Steiger Tractor, and Transportation Manufacturing Corp. Dan had three loving children. He married his wife Barbara on October 22, 1988, in Roswell, New Mexico and welcomed his three stepchildren with open arms. In 2007 he retired and they built a home in the mountains of Ruidoso, New Mexico, where they spent many happy years.

His favorite pastime was reading, and he always had two Kindles going. Dan was a kind and gentle soul who had an amazing attitude no matter what life threw at him. He dearly loved his family and was always grateful for all who helped him with his medical conditions. He will be missed more than words can ever say.

Dan is survived by his loving wife, Barbara J. Warner; his sons, Jon D. Warner (Ronda), and Jay M. Warner; stepsons, Michael J. Garringer (Diana), and Marcus J. Garringer (Connie); daughter, Joelle L. Bracken (J.T.); stepdaughter, Brenda K. McCary (Jimmy); twelve grandchildren, Krysta, Kyle, Kolin, Brielle, Jalen, Jace, Brighton, Maillyn, Kaden, Jaxon, Selina, and Evan; two great grandchildren, Ayden, and Michael Richard; brother, Gary Warner (Tracy); sister, Karen Warner; sister-in-law, Nita Warner; and nieces and nephews, Joel, Kylie, Danielle, Taryn, Kinsey, Lisa, and Bryan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Gene Warner; brother, Darrell; and nephew, Ryan.

Services for Dan will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Ruidoso, New Mexico. Visitation will begin at 9:30AM in the fellowship hall and the funeral will begin at 10:30AM in the sanctuary. Interment will immediately follow at Gavilan Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Ruidoso.

There will also be a visitation for family and friends held at LaGrone Funeral Chapel on Monday, September 14, 2026, from 4:00PM to 6:00PM.