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Ruth Kelly Varn

St. Petersburg, Florida

1926 - 2020

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On August 23rd, Ruth Kelly Varn at last joined her beloved husband, Fred. Mom was born on August 22, 1926 and grew up in Bradenton, FL., marrying Fred Varn in 1949. She was a proud military wife, juggling five children and 12 different duty stations over 20 years. In 1968, they retired to St....

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I am sure none of us will ever forget Ruth... A true southern lady and good friend. I miss her so much! Think of her often, especially when I see news of Albert Whitted Airport!

Aunt Ruth was a fun, caring person who always had time to listen to me. What fun we had with Uncle Fred and many years of good visits, especially when I moved to St. Pete. I will always miss the visits to their Housr.

Grove of 100 Memorial Trees

Will always remember Ruth and Fred Varn they where great friends from the days I first met them in High School to latter on in my life ---my Condolences go out to the family

Ruth was a charming, intelligent and dedicated lady. We along with a few others developed and produced the annual air show at Albert Whitted for several years. She was an effective,. determined and pleasant lady to work with. I appreciate having known her and been her friend.
Rest In Peace Ruth.

Ruth was truly a southern lady, and also a force of nature! A valued member of our Lunch Bunch writing group, she would often have us go to Munch's for lunch before heading over to her house for meetings. A superb writer, she wrote of the fascinating experiences Fred had during WWII, as well as all of the other adventures they had. I feel blessed to have been able to call her my friend.
My prayers are with the family, as you begin to cope with the loss of the physical Ruth. You have...

No one can prepare you for a loss; it comes like a swift wind. However, take comfort in knowing God is with you and your family lean on him in your time of need & remember,