Eugene “Gene” Varner

Eugene “Gene” L. Varner, age 87, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2019. He was born on December 13, 1932 in Lewistown, PA to the late Willard H. Varner and Della E. (Kennedy) Varner.

Gene enjoyed being outdoors working in the garden and landscaping. In his free time, he enjoyed watching football and his favorite teams were the Philadelphia Eagles and the Pittsburg Steelers. Gene was an animal lover especially when it came to dogs. His favorite type of music to listen to was Country or Soft Rock. Some of his favorite artists included Patsy Cline and Willy Nelson. Gene will always be remembered as a hard worker and generous soul. He will be dearly missed by family and friends.

Gene is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Hazel Varner; son, Douglas (Sandy) Varner of Conowingo, MD; daughter, Sherrie (Michael) Stanley of Rising Sun, MD; two grandchildren, two great- grandchildren; sister, Sandra Lynch of Lewistown, PA and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Gene is preceded in death by his son, Mark Varner; three brothers and one sister..

Services will be held at the convenience of the family. To send online condolences please visit www.rtfoard.com.