Melba Merlean Varney Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Melba Merlean Varney of Harman, Virginia, who passed away on January 13, 2026, at the age of 90, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Melba Merlean Varney to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Johnny Bowman and Cazzie Bowman (Clevinger); and her siblings, J. D. Stiltner, Ellene Stiltner and Vertie Lee Clevinger.
She is survived by: her children, Samuel F. Varney III (Kayce) and Rebecca Ruth Varney; her grandchildren, Peyton Varney, Ethan Varney, Ian Varney, Grant Varney, Regan Varney and Logan Varney; and her sisters, Joann Williams and Audrey Bowman. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donating to St. Jude Children's Hospital, a charity important to Melba.
