Gary Lee Varco

Gary Lee Varco obituary, Durand, MI

Gary Lee Varco

Gary Varco Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes - Durand Chapel on Dec. 16, 2025.
Gary L. Varco age 77 of Vernon, MI passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025. There are no services at this time. A private burial will take place at Great Lakes National Cemetery on a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Watkins Brothers Funeral Homes, Durand Chapel.
Gary Lee Varco was born on September 2, 1948 in Owosso, MI a son of Calvin and Amy (Josey) Varco. After high school, he served in the United States Navy serving his first two years in Norfolk, VA and his last two and a half years in Homestead, FL. On July 3, 1970 Gary married Linda Corcoran. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, boating and spending time at the cabin he built on Lake James. Prior to his retirement, he worked at General Motors V8 plant in Flint for 30 years.
Gary is survived by his wife, Linda Varco; children, Julie (Mike) Robbins, Rob Varco and Jeni (Kevin) Oja; grandchildren, Jaxon, Riley and Hunter; and his brother, Denny (Paula) Varco. He was preceded in death by his parents, Calvin and Amy Varco.
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