About

Liza Ellen Warner’s story is one of unimaginable tragedy, but it has become a powerful catalyst for change. On October 1, 2004, Liza’s life was taken in a heartbreaking act of domestic violence when her husband fatally shot her before taking his own life.​

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Liza was a radiant, compassionate, and talented young woman whose life touched countless people—her family, friends, clients, and community. As a successful hairstylist in upstate New York, she had a gift not only for styling hair but for making everyone feel special. With dreams of working in New York City, Liza had a bright future ahead of her.

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Tragically, her life was cut short in an act of domestic violence—a story all too common for women seeking independence and safety. As Liza grew stronger in herself and her career, her husband became increasingly controlling and abusive. 

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Despite her courage to leave and begin anew, her husband ultimately took her life and his own on October 1, 2004, shattering the lives of those who loved her.

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This devastating loss inspired her parents, Doug and Shirley Warner, to take action. Determined to honor Liza’s memory and prevent others from experiencing similar pain, they founded Liza’s Lifeline of South Carolina in 2008. Through this nonprofit, they aim to create a lasting legacy of hope, awareness, and support for domestic violence victims and their families.

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Now, Liza’s Lifeline is committed to empowering individuals and communities through education, advocacy, and support services. Together, we can combat the silence surrounding domestic violence and create a safer, more compassionate world.

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In the face of profound loss, Liza’s parents, Doug and Shirley Warner, chose to channel their grief into action. They founded Liza’s Lifeline of South Carolina, Inc., in 2008 with a singular mission: to honor Liza’s memory by providing hope and support to those impacted by domestic violence.

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Since obtaining 501(c)(3) public charity status on June 16, 2008, Liza’s Lifeline has become a beacon of hope, offering resources, education, and advocacy to victims, their families, and their pets. Together, we strive to create a world where no one has to suffer in silence.

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Liza’s legacy lives on through our work, inspiring change, fostering compassion, and making a tangible difference in the fight against domestic violence.

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Every life lost to domestic violence is one too many. Help us honor Liza’s memory by supporting our mission to bring awareness, provide resources, and prevent tragedy.