David M. Warner

David Madison Warner touched countless lives with his warmth, creativity, and humor. He was a brother, father, and husband, as well as a loyal friend. Known for his dynamic talents, David was a gifted musician, an accomplished writer, and an avid reader with a deep love for books. Beyond his artistic pursuits, David embraced life with energy and curiosity. He was a dedicated runner and skier, a skilled cook, and a lifelong learner who believed in the power of intellect and kindness.

David Madison Warner was born on April 3, 1944, in Riverside, California, just before his father was deployed to England with the Eighth Air Force. David's mother boarded a train and brought him back to Prospect Street in Altamont, New York where David and his subsequent brothers were raised. He graduated from Guilderland High School and Brown University, with a degree in American History. David eventually settled in West Yellowstone, Montana where he worked for the Bozeman Daily Chronicle and the West Yellowstone News for many years as a driver, reporter and editor. David had a passion for the Greater Yellowstone Basin and was the town weatherman for many years, diligently reporting the detailed weather statistics multiple times a day to the only Montana international airport at that time. He also wrote several articles for Ranger Rick magazine, as well as Montana Prospector Magazine. David passed away at Teresian House under the care of their amazing staff and his partner, Ruth, Thursday, November 20, 2025.

David is survived by his brother, Gavin, his son Benjamin Warner, his stepdaughter Koren Spas, his grandchildren Mariah Warner, Bodhi Warner and Miles Bell, his niece Elizabeth Warner, nephew Jonathan Warner, the Careys- Jes, Hanna, Zach, Levon and his partner and best friend Ruth Dickinson.

He was predeceased by his parents Lawrence Warner, Winifred Jones Warner, and brother John Warner.

David will be buried at the Warner plot at Knox. There will be a get-together in the spring in the Altamont area to share memories and listen to music.

If anyone wishes to donate in David's memory, the Altamont Free Library is a perfect choice.