Photo courtesy of McKneely Funeral Home - Kentwood
Kentwood, Louisiana
Jan 26, 1942 – Aug 21, 2025 (Age 83)
A resident of Plaquemine, LA, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at his home. He was born January 26, 1942 in Pine Grove, LA and was 83 years of age. Laney was the only child of Mr. Laney Ray Varden, Sr. and Mrs. Westa Duplechin. He graduated from Baker High School and continued his education by graduating from Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, Louisiana. While in college he resided with his loving aunt Lorena Yarborough in Greensburg, Louisiana. It was at this time that he met his wife, Connie Annettte Bridges. He is survived by wife of 58 years, Connie Annette Varden; sons, Steve DeLaune Varden and Ron Louis Varden; grandchildren, Brady Varden, Addie Varden, and Olivia Varden. Preceded in death by his father, Laney Ray Varden, Sr.; mother, Westa D. Varden; and son, Michael Ray Varden. A special Thank you to Comfort Care Hospice. Visitation at Tangipahoa Baptist Church from 10:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Monday, August 25, 2025. Interment Greensburg Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Read MoreSorry to hear of the loss of Laney Ray. Great guy
Wayne Measdows
August 25, 2025 | Greensburg, LA | Friend
So sorry to hear of Laneys passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his friends and family! God Bless you all.
Linda Bridges
August 23, 2025 | Kentwood, LA | Family
He was always there. He loved and was loved by all who knew him. Sincere sympathy to all his family and friends. He will be missed for sure!
Carolyn Hanks
August 22, 2025 | Plaquemine, LA | Friend
When I was 21,Laney Ray, Louis, and I were running partners. Jogged every night that summer. River Hill to Bill Conley’s and raced back. Best summer ever.
Robert Albritton
August 22, 2025 | Greensburg, LA | Friend
