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Shane Varner Obituary
Born February 25, 1983, he was the son of Rob Varner and Kimberly (Burns) Rupp.
Mr. Varner was a 2001 graduate of Union High School in Rimersburg, where he was involved with athletics.
He was raised Catholic.
Mr. Varner joined the Army National Guard in his senior year of high school.
He proudly served his country in the Iraq War, with the United States Army, and sadly suffered from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder following his return.
Mr. Varner enjoyed hunting, fishing, water and snow skiing, spending time with his family and friends, and volunteering for the VA Medical Center in Pittsburgh. He loved being able to help anyone in need.
In addition to his parents survivors include; his sister, Sydney Varner of Sligo; a brother, Sutton Varner, serving in the United States Air Force in Tucson, Ariz.; Nash Rupp of New Bethlehem; his maternal grandmother, Patricia Burns Curdo of Rimersburg; his paternal grandparents, Dr. Robert and Marti Varner of Shippenville; six aunts: Kathy Booth and her husband, Gary, of Sligo, Karen Davis and her husband, Dana, of Clarion, Holli Murray and her husband, Rod, of West Middlesex, Beth Hawk and her husband, Dana, of Sligo, Dawn Herzig and her husband, Rich, of Pittsburgh, and Annese Bayless and her husband, Sean, of Greenville; 21 first cousins; and two second cousins.
He is preceded in death by a brother, Spencer Varner; his maternal grandpa, Leroy "Bus" Burns; his maternal step-grandpa, Pete Curdo; and cousins Michael Murray and Colton Davis.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 7 p.m., Monday, October 21, at the Varner Funeral Home in Sligo.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at the Sligo Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Larry Piper officiating and the Mark Deeter co-officiating.
Military Honors will be accorded by Ceremonial Squads with the American Legion Post 454 and the VFW 7132 of Rimersburg.
Interment will follow in the Grandview Cemetery in Sligo.
The family suggest memorials be made to the Sligo Veterans Memorial Park in care of Connie Graham, 451 Colerain St., Sligo, PA 16255 or the Rimersburg Veterans Memorial Park, Main St., Rimersburg, PA 16248.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.varnerfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Brenda and Greg Smathers
October 22, 2019
Rob, We are so very sorry for your losses , both past and present. God be with you and your family.
KAREN Kassi
October 22, 2019
DOC, MARTI AND FAMILY
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND ALL OF YOUR FAMILY. MAY GOD WRAP HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND YOU AND GIVE YOU STRENGTH AND PEACE. MAY YOUR HEARTS BE FILLED WITH LOVING MEMORIES OF SHANE.
Marcy Mason
October 22, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Yes he would help anyone. I remember getting Shane and a buddy help move a lady (from church) that had no one to help her. What a wonderful young man and what a great loss.
Gerry and Jerry Neely
October 22, 2019
We are so very sorry for your loss Kim and family. Please know that we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. May the love and support of your family and friends guide you during this very difficult time.
Brenda Fink
October 22, 2019
Rob, I'm sorry for the loss of you son, Shane. Peace and strength to you and your family.
Monica Greenawalt
October 22, 2019
Rob, Kim and family, so sorry for your loss. May god give you strength to guide you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers with all of you.
Kathy Vaughn
October 21, 2019
Kim,deepest sympathy for the loss of your son.Thoughts and prayers go out to the Burns family!
Ed / Mary Ellen Weaver
October 21, 2019
So very sorry for your loss. May Shane rest in peace.
Kathy Harmon
October 21, 2019
Sorry for your loss . Rest in peace Shane
Dean Hetrick
October 21, 2019
Our deepest sympathies are extended to the families of Shane.
John Barty
October 21, 2019
We were stunned to hear of Shanes passing. Our thoughts and prayers and sympathy to Rob,Sydney and to his grandparents Bob and Marti as well as the Burns family. So sorry for your loss. John & Edie Barty.
Colleen Campbell
October 20, 2019
My deepest sympathy goes out to you all. Shane was a wonderful, polite young man. My boys are so sadden to hear this news. Derick and alan where childhood friends. They have many memories. May you finally be at peace now Shane. God bless you.
LAVAY HINDERLITER
October 20, 2019
Sorry for your loss.
Mark Magness and Family
October 20, 2019
Doc, Marty and family,
Thoughts and prayers with each and every one of you.
Keep your memories near and dear to your hearts!
May Shane Rest In Peace.
A mother of Another soldier
October 19, 2019
When I read this I cried. My son
has dealt with this as well. I remember well the fears as a parent. Nothing is more difficult than the loss of a child. You have my deepest sympathy and prayers for you all as you go through this difficult time.
Bruce Brinker
October 19, 2019
Prayers for your family.
Rosalie Bablak
October 19, 2019
Our hearts & prayers are with you in this sad time.Because of our faith we know we are eternal & in the Hands of our loving living Savior .
Dave Dolan
October 19, 2019
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with The Family of the Burns & Varner. RIP Shane.
The Dolan Family
October 19, 2019
Rob....so very sorry.....thinking of you and sending hugs...
Love...Pat Dinges
Jamie Rupert
October 19, 2019
I'm sorry sorry for your loss. I have such good memories of hanging out with Shane when we were kids. Sending lots of love and prayers for peace to your family at this difficult time.
Bob Wynkoop
October 19, 2019
So Sorry for your loss, sincere sympathy, Bobby & Sherry Wynkoop
Michele and Andrew Smith
October 19, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Pam Barger
October 18, 2019
Rob and Kim sorry for you loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you family in this time of sorrow. I can not begin to understand the pain you are all in but hope you take comfort in knowing he was a good man and was well loved.
Anna Martin
October 18, 2019
Bob and Marti so sorry for the loss of your grandson. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
Denny Curry
October 18, 2019
Godspeed, my friend.
Don/brenda Gettys
October 18, 2019
So sorry for your loss, may he Rest In Peace
Bill & Judie Lees
October 18, 2019
Marti and Bob,
Bill and I send our sympathy to you and your family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Sending hugs to all.
Sally Hetrick
October 18, 2019
So sorry for your loss ,Shane was a nice and fun guy who used to swim across the river and hang out with us he always put a smile on our faces . Trey and Sally Hetrick
Monica Greenawalt
October 18, 2019
So very sorry for your loss. May god bless all of you during this difficult time.
Linda Zanot
October 18, 2019
Rob and Sydney, I am so sorry to hear about Shane. I only met him this past summer and was struck by what a great guy he was and so polite. What a great loss to your family. My thoughts are with you.
Dean and Ellen Greenawalt
October 18, 2019
Rob,and family, I am so sorry to see this ,it is hard losing a child , we have lost 2 also, please know that we send prayers of comfort.for.you all
Michael Elder
October 18, 2019
Prayers for you and your you Family Rob in this time of loss
Larry and Mary Truitt
October 18, 2019
Our most heartfelt condolences in your great loss. You have our deepest sympathy,
Trudi &Randy Burns
October 18, 2019
So very sorry for your loss . We remember a young man that used to come to our place to hunt deer with his dad . Grew up to proudly serve his country . Thank you for your service !
Joanne and Dave Hosey
October 18, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss. Shane was a very thoughtful polite young man. May God be with your family and give you peace and comfort.
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