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1939
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2014
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Edwin Varble Obituary
He was born July 18, 1939, in St. Louis, the son of Maurice Strode and Vera F. Williams Varble. He married Martha Allinson Thomason on June 4, 1961, in Jacksonville and she survives.
He is also survived by three children, Daniel Lee Varble (wife, Julia) of Henrietta, N.Y., Allinson Lee Hermes (husband, John) of rural Alexander, and Steven Lee Varble of rural Chapin; and six grandchildren, Andrew Varble of New York, N.Y., Nicole Varble and Jamie Varble, both of Buffalo, N.Y., Laura Varble Nell (husband, Justin) of East Berlin, Pa., and Samuel Hermes and Matthew Hermes, both of Alexander. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Ed was a 1957 graduate of Jacksonville High School and a 1961 graduate of Illinois College. He served as a chemist for the Illinois Department of Transportation for 32 years. In addition, he farmed in Morgan County and was a licensed real estate broker.
Ed was a dedicated member of Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church. He was also a member of Harmony Lodge 3 AF & AM, Valley of Springfield Scottish Rite, and Ansar Shrine. With a passion for flying and aircraft, Ed was a private pilot and held memberships in the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association and the Experimental Aircraft Association. He was a former volunteer in Scouting, serving as a committee member of Boy Scout Troop 107 and a leader for troop trips.
Ed was a devoted golfer for many years and enjoyed travel experiences, especially roller coasters, and annual trips to the Caribbean. He loved to rebuild automobiles and ride his motorcycle in his spare time.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church with burial at Liberty Cemetery, west of Jacksonville. The family will meet friends from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville, where Masonic rites will be conducted at 7 p.m. Memorial gifts are suggested to Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church or Shriner's Hospital for Children. Condolences may be sent online at www.buchanancody.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edwin Varble
Tom Grojean
February 20, 2014
Mrs. Varble and Steve. I regret I could not attend the visitation. My sincere condolences for the loss of Ed. He was a good and kind man. My best to you.
Mona, Evan & Jacob Wilson
February 19, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Hugs to all!
Dick Grant
February 18, 2014
Ill keep Ed in my prayers
February 18, 2014
Martha, sorry for your loss. It has been a long time since I've seen any of the ladies from the Sorority. Linda Brookes. I was Linda Caster when I last saw you.
Jim Ward
February 15, 2014
Martha, Sorry to hear about Ed. He was a great guy.
February 15, 2014
Martha,so sorry to hear about Ed.He was a great guy..Jim Ward
February 15, 2014
Martha and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Leah Shupe and Sue Taylor
Deborah Meyer Freesen
February 15, 2014
Holding you tight dear friend.
Nicole & Keagan Lawson
February 15, 2014
Martha and family,
My prayers are with each of you. What a great legacy that Ed left in his family. Hugs to all.
February 14, 2014
DEAR MARTHA AND KIDS, JUST TO LET YOU KNOW HOW VERY MUCH I ENJOYED TAKING CARE OF ED AND GETTING TO KNOW ALL OF YOU. MY LOVE AND PRAYERS GOES OUT TO EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU. WHAT A PRECIOUS TIME YOU HAVE HAD, CHERISH IT, THE MEMORIES WILL BE WONDERFUL. HUGS TO YOU ALL. DIANNA FOLLIS RN 2 SOUTH, PASSAVANT
Joseph Kazour
February 14, 2014
Dear Dan and family,
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God rest his soul.
February 14, 2014
Dear Martha and family,
We are sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this time of sorrow.
The Russotto family. Pete, Becky, Juliana & Claire
KENNY & PATTY CREWS
February 14, 2014
DEAR MARTHA: ED WAS A TRULY GREAT MAN. ENJOYED WORKING WITH YOU GUYS WHAN YOU WERE FARMING, AND WHEN YOU SERVED ON THE BOARD. MAY ED REST IN PEACE AND GOD COMFORT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR LOSS.
KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS.
Charles & Betty Burgess
February 13, 2014
Dear Martha & family, May God comfort you in your loss. Please know you have our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy.
Nicole Potter
February 13, 2014
Varble Family, my deepest condolences for your loss.
(Tiffany Warmowski's sister)
Pam Devlin
February 13, 2014
Dear Stephen,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your father. My prayers are with you.
February 13, 2014
My deepest sympathies to Martha and family. - Bob Berry
Kevin and Debbie Allen
February 13, 2014
Dear Dan and Family,
My deepest condolences for your loss. I know you will find comfort in each other through this difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brenda Schuster
February 13, 2014
Dear Martha and family - I was so sorry to hear about Ed. I have so many fond memories of him, and always enjoyed his hilarious sense of humor. He was the best Santa and Easter Bunny ever. A kind man with a huge heart - he will be greatly missed. Thinking of you all and wishing you peace during this sad time.
Carolyn White
February 13, 2014
Martha, I am so sorry. You are in my prayers. Love you so much
Diana Spradlin
February 13, 2014
Prayers be with you during this time of sadness.
Bob & Kitty Conant
February 13, 2014
I remember Ed and Martha well. Our condolences to Martha and the family.
Karen Wade
February 13, 2014
Dear Martha and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the death of Ed, I have a lot of good memories of you and Ed and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 13, 2014
Dear Martha and family,
I remember Ed from all of the sorority events growing up. He is someone I always remembered as being very friendly and he always had a smile on his face. I was very sorry to hear about his passing and I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts in prayers today and in the days to come.
Very sincerely,
Amber Prewitt Howe
(daughter of Sharon & Kay Woodworth)
Michele Blake
February 13, 2014
Martha, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Terry McGraner
February 13, 2014
Dear Dan and family,
The loss of a loved one impacts us in so many ways. But I know that there is comfort and hope through Jesus Christ and I pray that He might carry you through this difficult time. Be encouraged by remembering the eternal impact your dad has made in your lives. I will be praying for you in the days ahead.
Jon and Sue Freeman
February 13, 2014
We will miss Ed. Loved his smile and humor. Will miss services.
On our way back from Florida.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Love,
Jon and Sue Freeman
Linda May
February 12, 2014
Dear Martha,
So sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Linda May
February 12, 2014
Dear Martha and children,
We are so sorry to hear about your lost. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Remember all the great times you had together. May the days get better. Shane and Cathy Denney and Family
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