Obituary for Troy Edward Varney

Troy Edward Varney passed away suddenly on December 9, 2014 at Mt. Carmel St. Ann’s Hospital. Born October 18, 1938 in S. Williamson KY, Troy served in the Navy from 1957-1959 before settling in Columbus in 1962 to work at North American Aviation. Troy worked in the local construction industry for 46 years, having started his own company GLV Excavating in 1987, which is now Varney Excavating. As a long-time business owner in Westerville, Troy was a big supporter and regular contributor to the local community and its charities. As an avid car collector and enthusiast, he was host of the “Lying Street Rodders” Saturday morning donut meetings and a member of Oldsmobile Club of America. He was always happiest being with his family and loved watching his children and grandchildren play ball. Proceeded in death by parents John and Eunice Varney, brothers James & Ray and sister Betty DeLuca. Survived by Judy (Nicholl) loving wife of 51 years, children Scott (Melody), Stephanie, Lisa (Aaron) Kraft, and John (Jammie); sisters Josie (Jo) Harmon, June (Cliff) Linscott, and brother Gary. Grandfather to 6 grandsons, 3 granddaughters, and one great grandson. Also loved by many nieces, nephews and close friends. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, December 12, 2014 at HILL FUNERAL HOME, 220 S. State St., Westerville where funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday. Interment at Blendon Central Cemetery. Visit www.hillfuneral.com to share a favorite memory or photo of Troy. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the local Make-A-Wish chapter.