Jack Varney

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jack Varney of Chatham, Ontario, who departed this life on September 20, 2026. Jack is survived by his beloved wife, Mary Varney (Anderson), and their children: Steven Varney (Corrine), Terry Varney (Stephanie), and Kelly Ann Varney. He was a proud grandfather to Amanda DeVries (Bill), Nicole Pickering (Cameron), Paul Varney, Joshua Varney, Jeremy Varney (Michelle), Owen Varney (Jade), and Jack Varney, as well as a cherished great-grandfather to Ashley, Brennan, Avery, Carissa, Kaitlyn, Levi, and Sophia. Jack was predeceased by his siblings-in-law, including Marceline Polowick (William), Geraldine Barnier (William), Jackie Praill, Carol Anderson Copeland, Bonnie Lou Cotton, George Anderson (Andy), and Cecil Anderson (Bucky). His sisters-in-law, Maxine Lauzon (George) and Colleen Charron (Raymond), also survive him. The family appreciates donations to the Christ Church Memorial Fund and invites friends and family to leave their condolences on this memorial page.