Elder Gerald (Jerry) Varney age 63 answered his call home on November 4, 2016 with his wife and daughter by his side at the residence. Jerry was born October 5, 1953 in Columbus OH to the late Dennie and Mary Grethel (Marcum) Varney. He is also proceeded in death by one brother Walter (Danny) Varney. Jerry is also proceeded in death by a loving mother-in-law Reba Sparks and 2 brother-in-law's Bradford and Beniford Sparks. Jerry is survived by wife of 37 years Beatrice M. (Sparks) Varney and a daughter Melissa D. Varney of Columbus OH also one brother Luther (Kathy) Varney of Pataskala OH and sister Ruby (Bruce) Bowens of Columbus OH. Father-in-law Elder Joe (Thelma) Sparks of West Jefferson Oh. A sister-in-law Beverly (Elder Ronald) Gray. Aunt Eula Jacobs, 1 nephew, 4 nieces, 5 great nephews and 5 great nieces, a special little boy Josiah Jones who called him Paw. Jerry was very much a family man and loved to spend all the time he could surrounded with those he loved. Jerry loved the lord and loved going to church with his family where they would sing many songs such as Stepped in the Water, Child of the King, Lights of Home, When I think him for what he has done and Upper Window to name a few. Jerry was a member of the Columbus United Baptist Church for over 40 years. He serviced a Deacon for 22 years, Song leader, Sunday School Superintendent, Trustee and Clerk. He loved the brother and sisters of the church and would help in any way he could. Jerry was employed at Yenkin Majestic Paint for 22 years and Walker National for 3 years. Jerry is awaiting his time to Stroll over Heaven with you. Friends may call at O. R. WOODYARD CO. CHAPEL, 1346 S. High St., Monday 4 to 8 pm. Funeral will be held Tuesday at 1 pm. at Columbus United Baptist Church, 6046 Taylor Road, Gahanna, Ohio 43230. Pastor Joe Sparks officiating. Interment Franklin Hills Memory Gardens. Share memories at www.orwoodyard.com Cemetery Details Franklin Hills Memory Gardens 5802 Elder Rd Canal Winchester, OH 43110 Loading map Previous Events Visitation NOV 7. 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM (ET) O. R. Woodyard Co. Funeral & Cremation Services - South Chapel 1346 S. High St. Columbus, OH 43207 Loading map Funeral Service NOV 8. 1:00 PM (ET) Columbus United Baptist Church 6046 Taylor Rd. Gahanna, OH 43230 Loading map