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Fred Varner Sr.

1927 - 2019

Fred Varner Sr. obituary, 1927-2019, Akron, OH

BORN

1927

DIED

2019

Fred Varner Obituary

Fred Varner Sr. Fred Varner Sr., 92, of Akron, passed away on September 4, 2019 after a brief illness. He was born on May 7, 1927 to Cornelia "Corneal" Vinson and Harvey Varner. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gertrude Varner; brother, Bell Varner; son, Vicktor Varner; daughter, Samara Varner; grandson, Samahn Varner; and special friend, Shirley Edwards. Fred leaves to cherish his memory, daughters, Jurlande and Derba Varner of Akron and Susie Neeley of Chandler, AZ; sons, Fred (Sallie) Varner Jr, and Johann (Crystal) Varner; and a host of other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 from 11 to 12 p.m. with the funeral service immediately following at Wilkinson Funeral Home, 1158 S. Arlington St., Akron, OH 44306, Bishop Marc Neal officiating and Crystal Varner eulogizing. To leave a special message for the family, visit wilkinsonfuneral.com.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal from Sep. 7 to Sep. 8, 2019.

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September 11, 2019

Varner Family
II am sorry for your loss. Please know because of the special person he is, two families have been joined together. Shirley Edwards & Fred Varner. Please know our prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Pamela Bonner (Shirley's niece)

Gina chatman

September 10, 2019

To the family, of Fred Varner, so sorry for your loss, fred, was a very wonderful person a close friend of my dad Clarence Simmons, whom passed a few years ago, they were buddies, it was a joy growing up with a real nice. Family,
GOD be with u at this time, love Gina a family.

Marjorie Watters & Family

September 10, 2019

We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Mr. Varner. Our thoughts, prayers and condolences are with the family .

Linda Edwards Campbell

September 10, 2019

Deepest sympathy to the entire Varner family. My son and I were extremely fond of him and considered him as part of our extended family. He is gone but will never be forgotten.

Anthony Watters & Family

September 9, 2019

To the Varner Family, we are so sorry for the loss of a great father and friend. Please know that as we grieve with you, we are holding your family up in our prayers. May God be your strength and comfort.

Jean Sullivan

September 9, 2019

To the Varner Family, so very sorry for your loss. I believe Fred Varner worked with my Father, George Hazlett at the Ohio Bell Company. I also went to North High with Susie. May God bless you and bring you peace and comfort in the days to come. Jean Hazlett Sullivan

Cuz'n Virgil Varner

September 9, 2019

To the family of Fred Varner Senior, I'll forever share the loss of your Father and the other members of our tribe. Gone much to soon. May they rest in paradise, in the presence of the 'ALL' and the ancestors. The picture chosen for Fred's obituary is perfect for my memory of his interest in sports. Especially golf. Family stay strong in love.

Quinn Simpson

September 9, 2019

To the Varner family. Sincere and heartfelt condolences to you during this difficult time. May God ease your sadness and allow you to alwayshave fond memories of Mr. Varner. God Bless you

Bob Wise Jr

September 8, 2019

Lannie, my prayers go up from here for your father and all of the family.
I am so happy for the one time I met him. A picture can't convey the living man.

Ron Duckworth

September 8, 2019

To the Varner family, it was a pleasure knowing your father. He was a joy to talk to ,always upbeat
He will be greatly missed. Thank you for sharing him with us,Ron /Sandra Duckworth.

Charles Small

September 8, 2019

To the family;
You have my sincerest condolences on the transition of Mr. Varner. Take peace in the memories that he left you.
God bless the family.

John & Susan White

September 8, 2019

To The Varner Family You Have Are Condolences & Deepest Sympathy Sorry For Your Loss

Denise Finney

September 8, 2019

To the Varner Family,
You have my deepest sympathy and are in my thoughts and prayers.

Eric and Francine Beverly

September 7, 2019

Sending our deepest sympathy to the Varner family. So sorry for your loss.

Samuel @ Yvette Swain

September 7, 2019

Victor, so sorry to hear about the death of Mr. Varner. His smile and beautiful personality will, forever be etched in my brain. Condolences to you and your fam. May God ease your pain during this time of bereavement.

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Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Wilkinson Funeral Home

1158 S. Arlington St., Akron, OH

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10

Funeral service

12:00 p.m.

Wilkinson Funeral Home

1158 S. Arlington St., Akron, OH

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