Charles Warner

Charles Warner, a lifelong resident of Wittman Maryland, reflects on a life deeply rooted in family, hard work, and community. He worked on a farm in McDaniel from a very young age, around 8 or 9 with his grandfather and father. He shared fond memories of Sunday family breakfasts and the influence of his grandparents, particularly his grandfather’s love for his bicycle and that he bought his own bicycle as a kid with his earnings from the farm. Charles worked various jobs, including as a busboy, waiter, and later in retail, to put himself through high school. After spending some time in Baltimore, he returned to Wittman, where he continued working in hardware stores, furniture delivery, and medical transportation. Throughout the interview, Charles discussed his involvement with local churches, his family’s role in the cemetery restoration project, and the emotional impact of the cemetery’s vandalism. Offering advice to younger generations, Charles emphasized the importance of making good choices, staying true to oneself, and guiding youth toward the right path.