James Edwin Varner

James Edwin Varner obituary, Searcy, AR

James Edwin Varner

James Varner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Powell Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Searcy on Jan. 6, 2026.
James E. Varner, 83, of Searcy, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at his home. He was born in Searcy on May 1, 1942, to Eugene and Estelle (Wortham) Varner.

He was preceded in death by his parents; 2 sisters, Betty Helen and Nelda Jean.

James leaves behind a host of friends.

He loved horses and in his younger years he enjoyed horseback riding. Being out in nature and fishing was how he liked spending his spare time.

A Memorial service will be conducted at a later date.

Arrangements are entrusted to Powell Funeral Home of Searcy. www.powellfuneralhome.net

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Donna Haney

January 16, 2026

I was so saddened to hear Bubba had passed. I met him several years ago when a friend purchased a horse (Goose) from Johnny B. Later I bought a mare (Sue) from Bubba. We remained in close contact over the years. My grandmother was Dorothy Wortham Haney.
Prayers for peace for loved ones.

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2602 West Beebe-Capps Expy, Searcy, AR 72143

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