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Steven Varner Obituary
tered into eternal rest on October 28, 2006 at the age of 51. He will be greatly missed. Survivors include his mother, Carole Varner; sisters Nancy Germinaro and Rise Varner; brother James Dougherty; aunt Jerri Stein; uncle Dwight Reynolds; nieces Amy Reitnauer, Shannon Hauver and Marisa Varner; nephews Ryan Mollohan and Johnny Reynolds; great nephews AJ, Jacob and Cameron; great nieces Morgan, Ashley and Courtney; cousins Cheryl Brake, Carol Strasil and Chris Murphy and his big buddy, Diego. Visitation will be held at Hansen Mortuary at 8314 N. 7th St. in Phoenix AZ on Thursday, November 2nd from 5 to 8 pm. Donations in lieu of flowers to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85012. Arrangements by Hansen Mortuary.
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for Steven Varner
Jacob Reitnauer
August 8, 2023
Hey uncle Steve, looks like it´s been a long time since someone has left a note here for you. I didn´t even know this was here until I searched for DeeDee´s obituary. I don´t even know where to begin, theres so much to say but I know you´re always looking down on us even when we don´t have time to reach out. Losing you, Shannon, and now Deeds.. It´s been tough to keep it together. We all miss you guys so much, more than you guys could ever know! Nana is being strong for the whole family as she always has, I can´t imagine how she does it. I got a tattoo in memory of you on my 18th birthday, just turned 25 this year. The older you get the more the years just seem to fly by haha! I really wish you could have seen my little man Reddik, you would have loved him. Anytime I get down or discouraged I just remember your smiley grin and it holds me together. Wish me luck as I try to get into college this year, and don´t forget to give hugs and kisses to everyone up there for me! love you big guy!
Amy Reitnauer
March 9, 2009
Hey Steverino!
I was just thinking about you this morning and wanted to say hi. I hope you know that we all miss and love you very much!
-Amy
Amy
January 26, 2009
Hey dude! How about them Cardinals?? And the Steelers?? Match made in Heaven for you! :) We'll be watching and thinking of you!
Amy
Nancy Varner
January 8, 2009
Steve,
As time goes by, it becomes easier to accept that you are in Heaven with Dad and Shannon and the rest of our family. I miss you immensely and just wish things had been different for you. Whatever the reason He chose to take you, I know that you are in a better place. But that's what everyone says when someone they love dies - you aren't suffering anymore and you're in a better place. Selfishly, we want you here. I guess that's just life...
I hope you know how much I always loved you and how deeply I will always miss you.
Love,
Nancy
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Ashley Jackson
January 5, 2009
Dear Steven,
I miss you so much. When I found out you died I burst into tears. I still love you so much. I wish I could contact you but you are in Heaven now. I hope you are happy there. Hope you are hanging out with my sweet mama.
Love, Ashley Jennifer
Cheryl Brake
December 12, 2008
Hi Steven,
Wow, it must be awesome to celebrate Christmas in heaven with Jesus!! Even though you are celebrating Him every day. We all miss you and all the others that have passed on before us. It is a comfort to know you all are with our creator. Please give Mom, Mark, Grandpa and Debbie a big hug and kiss for me and tell them I miss them, but am happy they are in heaven with you and Jesus.
Love,
Cheryl
Nancy Varner
December 11, 2008
Hey Steve...I can't believe it's been over two years since you left. And it's been almost a year since Shannon passed. And 16 since dad! And the list goes on and it's so sad. I miss you and wish you were here. Nobody is the same anymore. I guess when your heart breaks like that it forever takes something away. I will always love you. Nancy
Amy Reitnauer
October 15, 2008
Hey Steven,
I was thinking about you tonight and thought I would stop by and say hi. It's been almost 2 years already-how can that be?? It doesn't seem like that long ago that you were here...I miss you-so do the boys. Gary and I were just talking about you tonight and how you pulled me out of the pool once fully clothed! I always could count on you...
You are here with me on the couch every Sunday for football-go Steelers!
Loving you always,
Amy
PS-Can you say hi to Papa and Shannon for me?
Nancy Varner
June 11, 2008
Hi Steve,
Cheryl sent a DVD she had made from old movies that were taken of the family back in the late 50's and early 60's. It was really cool seeing everyone at picnics and all the adults having a good time while us kids played. You were such a beautiful boy. No mother could have asked for a more beautiful child. Tell dad it was so nice to see him again, too, playing with me. Marlene was there, Debbie, Mark and grandma and grandpa. Ruth was in them, too.
As the years go by, it seems they are filled with so much sadness. I long for the happy days in the film. I miss all of you so much. Wish you were here.
Love,
Nancy
Amy Reitnauer
April 23, 2008
Hey Steven-
I was just thinking alot about you today. Your picture has been sitting on the shelf of my desk since you had to leave us and went home and I see it every day as I work. I miss you! Say hi to Shannon for me.
Amy
Cheryl Brake
April 11, 2008
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His godly ones.
Psalm 116:15
It's very comforting to me to know that God has prepared a home for you and all of our believing loved ones. That He looks forward to and prepares for our homecoming. We are just sojourners in this world and home awaits us. I love and miss you, but know you are in such a better place.
Nancy Varner
April 9, 2008
Hey Steverino - It's been awhile and so much has been going on. Shannon died on Feb. 9th (but you already know that). You and dad please take good care of her and keep her close to you. We really miss you and I'm glad you didn't have to be here when that happened-glad you were waiting for her there, instead. Sometimes I wonder how we are supposed to survive the incredible sadness...I know it's supposed to turn to joy but that hasn't happened for me yet.
Miss you so much.
Love, your Sister Nancy
P.S. I divorced Jim (but you know that too! :-))
Amy Reitnauer
February 29, 2008
Hey Steve,
Sorry I missed your birthday but with Shannon's funeral coming the next day, I was not thinking right. Are you guys hanging out? I figured as much! This sure has been a tough year and a half for the family. Losing you like we did and now Shannon-it's been rough. BUT, I do feel peace in knowing you guys are together and that you are with God now. There is no better place. Just the same, selfishly, we miss you and wish you were here...
Amy
Amy Reitnauer
December 28, 2007
Hey Steve!
Merry Christmas! I bet it is so beautiful there! It was nice here too. Everyone came to my place and exchanged gifts and ate the wonderful ham that Gary made for us all. It was sure strange not having you here-especially at Christmas. We take comfort in knowing you are with Christ now and what a party it must have been for his birthday!! We miss you...
Amy
Jerrie Stein
December 10, 2007
Hi Steven:
Gosh I sure miss you. I treasure those times we spent talking out on the patio last year.You do have an infectious laugh and I'll always miss hearing it.
I remember when you were born. That long drive down to Tucson from Lincoln to see you. How happy the whole family was that you were finally here.
I also remember the time when I came down there with my mom and dad to visit. Don't remember where we went, probably Mexico. But on the way back (and you were about 3 yrs old), you were asleep in the back seat and all of sudden you sat up, put your hands on grandpa's shoulders (he was driving) and started shaking him saying whoa horsey, whoa horsey. We all got a good laugh out of that.
I also remember the trip you all made back here for Christmas and how cold it was. Remember all that snow? What fun we all had that visit. Now you are with so many from that time: Mark, Debbie, Marlene, your dad, grandma and grandpa.
I know you are just waiting for me to get there some day, waiting with open arms. And it will be wonderful to see all of you again.
Love Ya,
Aunt Jerrie
Nancy Germinaro
December 7, 2007
Hey Steve,
We (Mom, Rise, Amy, AJ and Jacob and me) attended a beautiful memorial service for you on Monday night at Hansens. Mom was presented with an ornament with your name on it to hang on the tree for you.
Did I tell you I bought the Leggier's house next door? I thought it would be nice to be close to mom as she gets older. She really misses you and tries to be strong but she can't hide her pain.
I feel closer to you just being in the neighborhood where we grew up together. So many memories...
You are so missed.
Love,
Nancy
Amy Reitnauer
December 4, 2007
Hey Steve-
We went to the Christmas service at Hansen's last night for you. It was very nice-there were many people there. Nana was ok until they sang Silent Night. They presented us with an ornament in your name for Christmas. We miss you. I hope you are dancing up there!
Amy
Amy Reitnauer
November 26, 2007
Hey Steve-
We were thinking of you during Thanksgiving dinner. It's still weird not having you here...We are doing the game room up and I am making room for some of your sports stuff that Nana is giving me to put up on the wall here. Remember when we went to the Diamondbacks signings? I know I have your picture with one of the players, when I find it I will put it up too. The Steelers are playing tonight so I will be rooting for them! We miss you.
Amy
Steve and the kids
Amy Reitnauer
February 16, 2007
Happy Birthday Steverino...We miss you so much. You are with us everyday...your Steelers blanket on the couch is a daily reminder of the man we have lost. It is also a reminder of what you have gained- eternal life and peace with the Father. You may be gone from us, but you are far from forgotten...
Cheryl Brake
November 14, 2006
I have special memories of Steven tucked away in my mind that I bring out now and then and play with. He had a brave heart as a child (when he took my dares to squish a toad and ride a tricycle down the steps in front of our house) and kept it through out his lifetime (his strong fight against cancer) as well as a most infectious laugh! I will miss him. I praise God for Steven's salvation and the peace of knowing we'll meet again.
Nancy Germinaro
November 3, 2006
You were a great brother and I will miss you terribly. I love you and you will always be in my heart.
Steven and Nancy Easter 2006
November 3, 2006
Lorraine Kulp
November 2, 2006
Even though I've only known Steven for a short time he worked his way into my heart right away. I'm glad he is free of pain and what a commendable fight he gave for life. I am blessed to be a part of Steve's family.
Love, Lorraine
Shannon Hauver
November 1, 2006
We all love and miss you so very much.Until we are together again, know that you are loved.
November 1, 2006
Thank you Steve for the smiles that helped us through the work day. You are truely missed by everyone at Orion Press. We love you.
James Dougherty
November 1, 2006
You were a very good son and brother. Your father would have been very proud of you. I love you and I will miss you.
Love, Jimmy
Amy Reitnauer
November 1, 2006
We are going to miss you guy. I am happy to know that you are with the Lord now and there is no more suffering. We love you.
Gary, Amy, AJ and Jacob
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