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Roy Varner Obituary
TOBOSO: Roy E. Varner, 87, of Toboso, Ohio died Friday morning, February 15, 2013 at his home.
Born December 22, 1925 in Toboso he was a son of the late Raymond and Ethel (Hitchcock) Varner. Mr. Varner was a 1943 graduate of Hanover-Toboso High School and was a World War II veteran having served in the United States Navy. He retired with 37 years of service from Holophane Glass Company of Newark where he was a supervisor.
Surviving is his wife of over 66 years, Joan (Chalmers) Varner whom he married December 22, 1946; two sons, Bruce (Linda) Varner of Heath, Ohio and Randy Varner of San Antonio, Texas; one daughter, Beverly (Bob Brand) Chappelear of Newark; a sister and brother in-law, Helen Ann and Charlie Rogers of Toboso; seven grandchildren, Stacy (Roy Alexander) Chappelear of Newark, Scott (Charlotte) Chappelear of Frazeysburg, Shane Chappelear of Newark, B. J. (Ginger) Varner of Newark, Melinda Ludlow of Indiana, Brynn Varner and Kelsey Varner, both of Texas; eleven great grandchildren, including his "special buddy" Jordan Chappelear of Newark; four great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Varner.
There will be no calling hours or funeral services. Private burial will be in Hanover Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, 4899 Belsort Road; Suite 300, Jacksonville, Florida 32256.
The family is being assisted by Vensil & Chute Funeral Homes of Frazeysburg.
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Memories and Condolences
for Roy Varner
Rick Lake
March 18, 2013
Jo, Bev, Bruce, and Randy,
Even though I now live in Tipp City, Ohio (just north of Dayton), Toboso will always be my home. One reason is because of the Varner family that lived next to my Aunt Mildred. I always loved being with Roy. He always had a great attitude. What a wonderful life to celebrate. I'm so glad that Mom, Dad, and I were able to visit with Roy and Jo at their home last summer.
Raven Watkins
March 6, 2013
Sara McGee
February 22, 2013
I grew up next door to Roy & Jo. My youngest sister used to play with their grandson. Our thoughts & prayers are with you, Jo - all the way from Colorado!
Scott n Raven ( Keaser ) Watkins
February 22, 2013
Bruce n Linda,
My mom ( Jaye ) n I along with Scott are truly sorry to hear of Bruce's father dying. Death is never easy to deal with being any age.
You are in our thoughts n prayers at this time.
Larry Stevens
February 21, 2013
JoAnn and family,
I was so sorry to hear about Roy. He had a great sense humor and was always fun to be around. He was one of the good guys.
Ruth Cannon
February 20, 2013
So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers
February 20, 2013
Bruce & BJ Sorry of Roy's passing a great man, had us laughing all the time,will be missed by many. Deepest sympathy. Terry (Lumpy) Watson
LINDA CAREINS GAUSE
February 19, 2013
So sorry for your loss, happy he had a long life.
February 19, 2013
So sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!!
Nancy (Taylor) Springer
February 19, 2013
To the Entire Family,
I am so sorry to learn of Roy's passing. I loved him dearly. He was such a loyal fan at our softball games. Stacy couldn't have had a bigger fan!!!!! Enjoyed many many hours at their house, trick or treating myself and with my kids, seeing him riding his bike. I could go on and on. He was a wonderful wonderful man and will be missed dearly, i am sure. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love
Teresa Holman (Robinson)
Beth Martin
February 19, 2013
Jo,Bruce,Bev and Randy, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I have many, many great memories of spending time at your home and at ballgames with your dad. He was a super man and will be missed greatly. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
MARY PORTER
February 19, 2013
SYMPATHY TO THE VARNER FAMILY , WORK MANY YEARS WITH ROY AT HOLOPHANE AND HE WAS GREAT PERSON AND HARD WORKER .
Bobbie Grigsby
February 19, 2013
Mrs. Varner, Bev, Bruce and Randy,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Mr. Varner. He was such a pleasant man. Always friendly and kind.
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength and peace through this difficult time.
Robert & Joy Vollmer
February 19, 2013
BJ,
We are sorry to read of the loss of your grandfather. Even though we are now separated by vast geographical distance, we will always remember those with whom we spent time, and whose company we enjoyed, back "home."
Joe Lyons
February 18, 2013
Bruce
Sorry about your loss, did not know your dad but he must of been a great guy to help raise a great person like you. If you need anything you know we are right down the street in Varnerville Ohio. Joe & Maralou Lyons
February 18, 2013
LEARNED A LOT ABOUT MAKING GLASS FROM ROY, HE WAS VERY SPECIAL AND STRONG AS AN OX! JUST A GREAT GUY! NOW I HOPE THE FOUR OLD SUPERVISORS ARE TOGETHER AGAIN! BRUCE AND LINDA SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, I WILL CERTAINLY KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS AT THIS TIME, GOD BLESS! EARL BORING HOT METAL...
Marion W. Crawmer
February 18, 2013
JoAnn and family,
Our sincere sympathy to all of you at this sad time. Buck & Mary J. Crawmer
SKIP AND KAY MCARTOR
February 18, 2013
BRUCE AND LINDA, WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF YOUR FATHER. WE WORKED WITH HIM AT HOLOPHANE. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. GOD BLESS!
Wayne Blizzard
February 18, 2013
Bruce & family. I remember Big R from his days at Holophane. Roy always had a smile on his face! I will miss him. My prayers are with you at this time. Wayne
Tom & Cheri Penick
February 18, 2013
Bruce and Linda so sorry to hear about your dad! Keeping you in our thoughts?
Phil & Denise Winland
February 17, 2013
Please accept our sympathy and may God bless you at this time.
Linda & Mark Falls
February 17, 2013
Bruce and Linda, we are so very sorry for the loss of your father! I know how much you will miss him. Heaven has another angel. If you need anything let us know. Love ya both.
Bill Redman
February 17, 2013
Bruce,
So sorry to hear of Roy's passing. You, your Mom, Bev and Randy are all in my thoughts and prayers. Roy was always one of my favorites and I have many memories of him and his sense of humor, and especially our trips to the Reds games.
He was such a great Dad and person.
God Bless you all.
Gary Berry
February 17, 2013
My prayers to family and friends. Bruce sorry to hear about your Dad. Keep his memories close. God Bless
Darla Creech
February 17, 2013
Bruce, BJ, and entire family. Sending condolences from our family to yours during this emotional time. I only met one of my grandfathers and he was just the best in my eyes so when I lost him, my heart was broken. Hold onto the memories for they will get you through the tough times.
Marie Burkholder
February 17, 2013
Sorry to learn of Roy's death. I will remember him as one of the "good guys from Holophane Hot Metal".
February 17, 2013
Bruce, your dad was the best there was at Holophane. We all will miss him very much. He set the bar very high. Dave Hall
Marynan Vogel
February 17, 2013
Jo, Bev, Bruce & Randy: Thinking of you at this sad time. Our memories of the Varner Family go back to the years we all sat in the bleachers at Licking Valley. Good memories and we know you have many fond memories of Roy. We'll remember you in our thoughts and prayers. Jim & Mary Nan Vogel
Melissa Gray-Turnbill
February 17, 2013
To the Varner Family,
My sincere sympathy on the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. May God be with you in this time of sorrow.
Beverly Roffey/Davis
February 17, 2013
Dear Joanne and family,
We are saddened to hear of Roy's passing. May all of your wonderful memories help you through this very difficult time.
Beverly RoffeyDavis
Michael,Ryan and Nodira Hughes
Kim Grant
February 17, 2013
Bruce and Linda, So sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers at this time. The Grant Family (Carroll, Kim, Simone and Serena)
Flora &Harry Walker
February 17, 2013
Bruce and Linda and Family
So sorry for your loss of your Dad.We will keep you in are Prayer.
Love
Harry and Flora Walker
Bryan & Tammy Miller
February 17, 2013
Bruce & Linda,
We're so sorry to hear about your loss and are thinking about you and your family.
Mary Miller Smith
February 17, 2013
Jo, Bev, Bruce, Randy and families! I so sorry for your loss and I pray that God will comfort you during this time! I remember your Dad, by spending summers at Toboso, with my aunt and uncle, and my grandparetns! God Bless...Mary Miller Smith
TERRY LOHRMAN
February 17, 2013
Bruce,
Sorry to here about the loss of your dad.
Terry Lohrman
wally moran
February 17, 2013
Bruce and Linda so sorry for your loss.
Moran family
Peggie and Skip Johnson
February 17, 2013
So sorry to hear of your father's passing! Take care and God bless!
Kristin Lewis
February 17, 2013
Bruce and family,
I'm so sorry for you loss. I'm keeping you in my prayers as you all process through this sad time.
JOHN &JULIE ROBERTS
February 17, 2013
BRUCE & LINDA SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT LOSEING YOUR FATHER HE WAS A GREAT GUY I WORK WITH HIM AT HOLPHANE RED
JOHN AN JULIE ROBERTS
February 17, 2013
BRUCE AND LINDA SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT LOSING YOUR FATHER HE WAS A GOOD BOSS A GOOD GUY I WORKED WITH HIM AT HOLOPHANE RED
Rich Moore
February 17, 2013
So sorry for your loss, I worked with Roy at Holophane. what a great person he was, He taught me a lot about glass making. God bless you all.
February 17, 2013
Bruce and Family
Sorry to hear of your Fathers passing.May
God bless you and your Family.
Jimmy Myers and Family
Ron Priest
February 17, 2013
I am sorry to hear about Roy. It seems like I knew him forever. Of course I remember him and his wife from when I started at Toboso. He will be missed by all who knew him. I know you have a lot of great memories to get you through this time of grief and the good Lord will help you with it also. God Bless all of you.
Tom & Jane Lake
February 17, 2013
Worked several years with Roy at Holophane. A wonderful life he had and hopefully the many memories you all have of him, and his life will comfort you during this sorrowful time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Lowry Pierce
February 17, 2013
I worked with Roy at the Holophane plant in Newark for many years. He was a great employee and associate. His son Bruce and I share a bond in sports still today. Roy will be missed.
February 16, 2013
Dear Joann and family,
So sorry to hear about your loss, Roy is going to be missed. May God give you the strength and comfort that you need at this time. Our deepest sympathy, Danny and Janet Doyle
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