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SAN ANGELO James Michael Varnadore, age 23, was born on Dec. 25, 1987, in San Angelo, Texas. He passed away in an auto accident on Jan. 22, 2011, joining many loved ones in heaven. James attended Bonham Elementary, Glenn Jr. High and graduated from Wall High School in 2006. He attended Austin Community College and ASU where he was studying geology. James is survived by his father, Mike Varnadore of San Angelo; mother and stepfather Kathy and Jimmy Harris of Cornelia, Ga.; sister and brother-in-law April and BJ Lange of Fredericksburg; and grandmother Willadene Varnadore of San Angelo. Also surviving are his aunts and uncles, Janet and Bill Holland, Cindy and Roy Martin and Peggy Black, all of San Angelo, Nancy and Shawn Oliver of San Saba and the Little and Turner families of Ballinger; the White and Greebon families of New Braunfels; the Anderson family of Big Spring; the Cozby family of Odessa and stepsister Addie Bowen and family of Georgia; in addition to many cousins, extended family and dear friends. James was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Dewey and Mamye Campbell; his grandparents Clifton and Angeline Simcik; uncle Gary Black and Jimmy Little. James was baptized and confirmed in the Wall Brethren Church where he continued to worship. James loved the outdoors and shared his love with his large families and many friends. He had a big heart, always had a smile on his face and enjoyed life. His charming personality was legendary and he will be greatly missed by all his friends and loved ones. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 24, 2011, at the Wall Brethren Church with Reverend Thomas Tallas officiating. Pallbearers will be his cousins, Grant Huling, Andrea Soto, David Holland Garrett Huling, Wade Martin, Chelsea Holland, Shauna Owens, Bryan Black, Hayden Oliver, Haylee Oliver, Holt Oliver and friends Erik Brown, Jordan Nevins, Corey Wilde, Shay Wilde and Javie Torres. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to your favorite charity or to Katalyst Ministries (www.katalystministries.org), the Wall Brethren Church (www.wallbrethrenchurch.org), or the Wiphan Ministry (www.wiphan.org). Family and Friends may sign an online register book at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com.



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Published by GoSanAngelo from Jan. 23 to Jan. 25, 2011.

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Sharon Looney

June 4, 2012

I didn't know James but I have had the privilege to work with his mother Kathy for the past 2 years. If James was anything like his mother, then he was the nicest, most loving and generous soul ever! My deepest condolences for your loss Kathy. Sharon Looney

Arthur Family

January 17, 2012

Mike, April, and Willadene; As the one year anniversary comes closer, we want you to know we love you and are thinking of you. Our prayers and love for all of you.

Love,
Drake, Barbie, Rachelle, and Abigail

Brock Nelson

February 27, 2011

I don't know if you check this. But, bless you guys..
Love, all of Minnesota. <3

Hamm Collins

February 11, 2011

Mike,
I am truly sorry to hear about you're son, James.
It is so hard to lose a son with such a long future ahead of him.
Think of the good memories & that God just needed him somewhere else where he will make a difference for the good of everyone.
My Deepest Sympathy,
Hamm Collins

David and Nancy Dockery

February 2, 2011

Kathy and Jimmy,
We were very saddened to learn about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kaye and Matt Van Wicklen

February 2, 2011

Mike and Family,

Matt and I send our heartfelt sympathies to you. Having experienced this same tragedy, the loss of a child, we sincerely understand the sorrow, pain and anguish you are feeling. If words could make sense at this time, we would be full of wisdom, but we are not. We are only able to let you know we hurt with you. It is hard to outlive our children.

Hopefully you can find peace in knowing there will be no more suffering for James. We pray you receive the strength and endurance to face the coming days. It has been six years, this Feb. 26th that our beloved Kaci was taken from us. In so many ways, it seems like years but in reality her memory is everywhere so our time apart seems so short.

Hold strong to the wonderful memories you have of James and allow others to help you in any way they can.

February 1, 2011

Mike, Our deepest thought are with you may god continue to confort you. The folkes at Nature's Solutions Flooring. Bobby & Bryan Highsmith

Joe Parrish

January 31, 2011

Kathy my deepest sympathies to you and your family. My prayers are with you all. May God bless you and May God be with you all in this time of need.

January 31, 2011

Dear Mike, Kathy, April, family and friends:
I am so saddened and sorry for the tragic loss of James. His memories, legacy and that smile will never be lost. He always made me smile if not laugh out loud. James will be missed by so many as he was loved by so many. I am sorry that I could not be there but I know you understand why. It comforts me to know that James was praying for Chase. My thoughts and prayers have been with y'all daily. I know your faith will keep you close to God and His comfort, peace and love will sustain you. I pray for you daily. Please accept my deepest sympathy and my continued prayers and I so thank you for yours.
In His love,
Carol Bennett and Gordon, Chase and Jared

Chris Szczepanski

January 31, 2011

Kathy, I just heard about this terrible tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I hope your memories bring you comfort. Know that your J&J family is here for you.

Kathy Swick

January 29, 2011

Kathy, you & your family are in my prayers that the Lord will comfort & strengthen you as only HE can.
Kathy Swick

Liz Willett

January 28, 2011

DEEPLY SADDENED BY YOUR LOSS,

Rickey Roberson

January 28, 2011

Kathy you and your family are in my prayers! God Bless

Rickey Roberson

Stephanie Mangrum

January 26, 2011

R.I.P James, You and I have shared some dear memories together. You have and will always have a place in my heart. Through all the ups and downs that we had together, we always seemed to just laugh about them in the end. I cannot believe that you are gone. I will cherish every minute that I spent with you for the rest of my life. Thank you for the amazing memories you left me with. Save me a spot next to you in heaven.
Love you and Miss you.

James with Family.

January 26, 2011

January 26, 2011

Kathy, We so sorry for your loss, you and Jimmy are in our thoughts & prayers. If you guys need anything please let us know.
Jennifer Vickers & Kasey Allen

January 26, 2011

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY AT THE LOSS OF YOUR SON. MAY GOD'S GRACE SUSTAIN YOU IN THIS TIME. WAYLAND AND MARY BETH DRENNAN, ROBERT LEE

Shandra Lucas

January 26, 2011

Kathy - Seek GOD and he will see YOU through this loss and pain. Keep YOUR focus on GOD, because God will never leave you nor forsake you.

Catherine, David & Donald Hobson

January 25, 2011

Kathy & Jimmy
We are so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our prayers.

Emilie Lowe

January 25, 2011

RIP James, Here's to celebrating a life well lived. I will cherish the memories forever. My deepest condolences, may God bless your family.

Emilie Lowe

January 25, 2011

RIP James here's celebrating a life well lived. I will cherish the memories forever. My deepest condolences, may God bless your family.

Emilie Lowe

January 25, 2011

RIP James, Celebrating a life well lived. I will cherish the memories forever. Sending my deepest condolences, may God bless your family.

Sylvia Martinez

January 25, 2011

To my Dear Friend Kathy, I am very sorry to hear about your loss. As a parent I know this is a very painful time for you. May You Feel the Lord's Comfort and Care through this time as He holds your Tender Heart.

Carla (Long) Clanton

January 25, 2011

Kathy, Mike and famlies, I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you all and my thoughts and prayers. I believe God has a plan and hope that your faith will give you the strength and peace to endure. All my love. Carla Clanton

Teresa, Anthony, Derrick and Zachary Colbert

January 25, 2011

Kathy and Jimmy Our heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ronda Hayes

January 25, 2011

I was James' school counselor at Bonham Elemntary and then at Glenn Junior High. He will always be remembered in my heart as wearing a huge smile on his face whenever I saw him. My thoughts and prayers to Kathy and Mike and his other family members.

Joe and Mary Callahan

January 25, 2011

Mike,
Words cannot express the sorrow we felt when we heard of your tragic loss. Joe and I will keep praying for you to have strength and peace. We know that only time can heal the hurt that you feel. Please convey our condolences to your Mother,Joe and I can also feel her pain,we have a grandson that is the same age.
God bless you Mike and your whole family,
Joe and Mary Callahan

Keelia O'Brien

January 25, 2011

R.I.P. James. You were the best roommate and friend I could have ever asked for. You had a huge impact on my life as well as many others. I will always cherish the wonderful memories I have with you. You will be greatly missed and l love you so much.

-Keelia O'Brien

January 25, 2011

R.I.P. James. You were the best roommate and friend I could have ever asked for. You had a huge impact on my life as well as many others. I will always cherish the wonderful memories I have with you. You will be greatly missed and l love you so much.

-Keelia O'Brien

Pat, Ellen & Kimbery Moreland

January 25, 2011

Kathy and Family
Our deepest condolences and may God Bless you all.

Akisha Campbell

January 25, 2011

Sending my deepest sympathy. May God bless and keep you all.

Jaron Nevins

January 25, 2011

My second family, I will always remember the vacations we all went on. The times at the river, and the countless hours of work me and James did around the house. We got to go on family vacations with yall and my entire family is grateful to have been honored with the opportunity to be surrounded by such amazing people in such beautiful places. He never met a stranger and had a heck of a run. God bless you all. We love yall!

Blaine Shelton

January 25, 2011

April....I have no words....I am very sorry ....Mr. Shelton.

Dan, Teresa & Brooks Roberts

January 24, 2011

Kathy & Jimmy- Words can not express our sadness for you during this difficult time. Thinking of you daily and praying that you will be okay. We are here for you - anything you need.

Barbara Littlejohn

January 24, 2011

Kathy, I work for Jimmy and just wanted both of you to know I am praying for you having to go through this very difficult time. Although I have never met you, I can feel your pain, cause I have been there as well. Will continue to pray for you.

Lupe Koch

January 24, 2011

Kathy, keeping you and your family in my prayers.

January 24, 2011

Mike, Kathy, April, and family:
Deepest heart felt sympathy to you and your families. James and my brother grew up playing soccer together and he was a very talented young man. may God give you strength through these dark days.

Virginia Najera

January 24, 2011

Kathy, My prayers are with you and your family.

Lynn Kennedy

January 24, 2011

Kathy, I was at the services today in the outside area. Soo sad my heart is with you Lynn Kennedy

Blake and Geneice Roberts

January 24, 2011

As you return to your daily routine may the special memories of your loved one be a comfort to you. Your family are in our prayers.

Brittney Sparks

January 24, 2011

We will miss you James! You were one of the greatest people I have known even though we had only hung out a few times. My prayers are with your family.

manzy

January 24, 2011

I will miss you my friend.

David and Darla Mikulik

January 24, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Ashley Dickson

January 24, 2011

For all of James's family and friends, prayers and condolences to all of you. James a wonderful person and great to friend to all. He will forever be remembered. RIP man and watch over all of us

Amy Esquivel Gonzales

January 24, 2011

Mike, Kathy, April and all of James' loved ones...may God be with you and comfort you in your time of pain and grief...James I only knew you for a real short time when I babysat you as an infant on Princeton St.,but you will be greatly missed. God bless you all.

Glenda Soto

January 24, 2011

Mike and April: Words fail at a time like this. May you find peace in knowing that so very many people loved James and care very deeply for the both of you, and may Jesus Christ hold you very close in His arms at this time and always.
Much love,

JD Spencer

January 24, 2011

You are in my prayers and will be missed.

William Henry

January 24, 2011

My prayers are with the family. Bill Henry

January 24, 2011

James i will forever miss you. you were an amazing friend and i'm thankful for the many memories i hold with you. with lots of love Emily porter

Christine Garcia

January 24, 2011

Kathy Our thoughts and prayers r with u always.May God Bless u Love u Christine Garcia & Jaymes Lopez

January 24, 2011

Mike, Kathy, and family: Our sincere condolences are with each of you at this time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Terry and Lorraine Dalrymple

MaryAnn Lewis

January 24, 2011

Oh my heart hurts for you. My prayers that God's grace is evident to you and peace is with you.

January 24, 2011

Mike and family, I am so sorry about the loss of your son. May God comfort you during this difficult time in your life. Sylvia Estrada (Gossett Harrison Law Firm)

Don Creamer

January 24, 2011

Mike, so sorry to hear of your son's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

January 24, 2011

Mike,So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family....Doug & Toni Kirkham

Kathy Probandt

January 24, 2011

Dear Don and Kathy,

I was James' teacher at Wall and I loved him so. He always had that crooked smile, that great sense of humor and he always laughed at my stupid jokes. I am so saddened to know he is no longer of this world.

Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Kathy Probandt
San Angelo, Texas

Mary Hollon

January 24, 2011

Kathy, in this difficult and sad time, I wish you and your family peace and comfort. May your love and memories ease your pain and grief.
Thinking of you with heartfelt sympathy.

Ally Young

January 24, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you today. May God give everyone strength.
God bless you all.
Josh, Allison, and Mason Young

Jill Humphrey Petronio

January 24, 2011

Mike and all of James' loved ones....my wish for each of you will be to continue your life's journey with James in your heart as your angel.

gary wells

January 24, 2011

The Wells family and Barbi Bruton

January 24, 2011

May God hold you in his hands in this time. You are in our hearts and prayers. Harold and Maureen Ledet, Memphis, TN

January 24, 2011

Kathy, We were devastated to hear of your loss. We will continue to keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.....Doug & Susan Schultz

Zane Celotto

January 24, 2011

Mike, April, and Family,
I would like to extend my most sincere condolences to you and your family. James was a great friend and a very special young man. I'm honored to have known him and blessed to have shared in so many happy memories with him. I will always picture myself next to him during sunny days on the Guadalupe river. May God bless you with better days, and may James's spirit live in our hearts forever!

Scott R. Baxter

January 24, 2011

Mike, Kathy, April & Family: Our Deepest Sympathy & Condolences for the Loss of James. Know that Ya'll are in Our Thoughts & Prayers Especially during this Difficult Time.

The Baxter Family

Stanley Howard

January 24, 2011

Pray for the peace, which surpasses all understanding, through Christ Jesus, our Lord and Saviour.
Extending my deepest sympathy,

January 24, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May god bless you in your time of sorrow.

Sylvia Thompson and Monica Gloria
Dr.Day's Staff

Fred Lippe

January 24, 2011

Mike,
I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. Words fail to express my sadness for you and your family. My prayers are with you all.

Kenny Scudder

January 24, 2011

Mike, I was sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I'm saying prayers for you & your family and thinking about you.

Joy & Michael Thomas

January 24, 2011

"Michael and I, are praying for you and your families with your tragic loss, of James. May God hold you, love you and comfort you today and in the days to come."

January 24, 2011

Dear Kathy,
I am so sorry for the loss of James. I really enjoyed working with him at the Information Office during the rodeo. He was always so sweet and polite. You and all of your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless and keep you, Lori Van Court Torbert (Christoval)

January 24, 2011

Mike, we are devistated by your loss, we don't always know why the lord calls someone home but we know he has a greater purpose in mind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. (Bobby & Dana Highsmith)

Chance Dorris

January 24, 2011

James was one of the nicest guys I have ever known, he will be missed.

Gerald & Audrey Breeding

January 24, 2011

So very sorry to hear about James. Please remember the good times and the smiles he would bring to everyone.

Mary Anne & Kelly Gordon

January 24, 2011

Mike, you & your family are in our thoughts and prayers since this terrible tragedy. Praying your grief will be replaced with peace.

chad keith

January 24, 2011

I can't begin to find the words to express the sorrow of this loss. My deepest condolences go out to your family, and all off us. James touched a lot of lives, and will never be forgotten.
You will truly be missed, brother.
Chad Keith

Billie Tjaden

January 24, 2011

May the love of family and friends carry you through your grief. I'm so sorry for your loss, he was a wonderful young man. My thoughts and prayers are with y'all during this time.
Billie Lynn Tjaden, Britni and Taylor

January 24, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. James was a wonderful peson with a great personality on life. His heart was full of love. Yall are in our thoughts and prayers. May god give you nothing but peace and comfort.

The Collins and Haydon Family

January 24, 2011

Kathy:
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my heart and that I am asking God to carry you through this time of need. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.
Kathy Bruss

January 24, 2011

Thoughts and Prayers Extended to the Varnadore and Family.

Marybeth and Ronnie Maner

ERIKA FOWLER

January 24, 2011

Praying for your family! James was a good friend....there are so many good memories to hold on too. the family is in my thoughts and prayers daily

Becky Whitaker

January 24, 2011

Our thoughts and Prayers are with you. May God Comfort you in your time of loss.
Becky Whitaker

Sherrie Walter

January 24, 2011

Dear Mike, Kathy, and families, my heart is broken for you at the loss of your precious son! I know there aren't words to adequately express your sorrow, but I know God needs lots of angels in heaven and James is now one of them. You are all in my heart and prayers. May God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you.

Amy Englert

January 24, 2011

I am so sorry for your lost. James was always such a sweet and caring guy. I am so happy I was able to call him my friend.

January 24, 2011

Kathy, Please accept my deepest condolences to your and your family. Our prayers are with you and your family. Dan Adney (San Angelo, Tx)

Yolanda Gallicchio-Garza

January 24, 2011

Kathy and the Family, my deepest sympathy for this great loss. Kathy I am terribly sorry. My prayers are for you and your family and know that I care about you. Your friend Yolanda Gallicchio-Garza.

Loretta Weathersbee

January 24, 2011

Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Edward & Suzie Dusek

January 24, 2011

Our prayers are with all of you! James will be missed. His smile will be missed.

Analisa Gallegos McCain

January 24, 2011

Mike, Kathy, and April: My heart breaks for you as you experience this loss. I am praying daily that you feel God's love and that He comforts you during this painful time. I will continue to carry you in my mind and heart.

Analisa Gallegos McCain

"Surely You have granted James eternal blessings and made him glad with the joy of your presence." Psalm 21:6

Debby Dews Smith

January 24, 2011

Dear Mike and Family,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your son, know that you and family are in my thoughts and prayers.

January 24, 2011

Our prayers are with your family. Lee and Brenda Watkins

Norma Burchfield

January 24, 2011

In your time of sorrow, know there are many thoughts and prayers coming your way. You are in my heart.

Amy Crawford

January 24, 2011

Kathy, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Glenn & Debbie Braden

January 24, 2011

We are so very sorry for the loss of James. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

January 24, 2011

Dear Kathy: Please accept my most heartfelt condolences. I know that memories of James and your strong faith will help you find your way through this time of sorrow. With love - Janice Lenehan

Matthew Brown

January 24, 2011

Mike and Kathy,
My family has so many good memories of the times we shared with James and your family. He was truely a great man that could bring a smile to anyones face. His big goofy smile is what I remember about him the most to tell you the truth! He was a friend to all and though I have not seen him much over the past few years I am truely going to miss him. Your family has always been there for us, we are here for you now. I wish I could be there to say my goodbyes... My prayers and my heart are with you and epecially with James. Remember his sense of humor and that smile. Even at this sad point it will bring a smile to your face as tears stream down it.

Love you all,
Matt J. Brown

Renee Butts

January 24, 2011

We were very sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go to all of you.
Ted, Renée, Trevor, & Courtney Butts

Sally Brown

January 24, 2011

kathy,
I am heartbroken for you. Please know your JNJ family supports you and sends love. Sally Brown

Mary Sturm

January 24, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Pam Perry

January 24, 2011

We are thinking of you and praying for your family. James was such a sweet boy and young man. We greatly enjoyed being in Scouts together. We will continue to hold your family in our prayers.
Doug, Pam and Joshua Perry

Savynna Smith

January 24, 2011

Kathy, I can't even start to imagine what you are going through. I just want you to know that you a deeply loved and being prayed for by many family & friends. If there is anything I can do please let me know. Love, Savynna Smith

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