Alma Jean Varnes

1928 - 2016

Alma Jean Varnes obituary, 1928-2016, Knoxville, TN

BORN

1928

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home & Lynnhurst Cemetery

2300 West Adair Drive

Knoxville, Tennessee

Alma Varnes Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 12, 2016.

Alma Jean Varnes, age 88, of Knoxville, passed away in her sleep October 11, 2016. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Lovingly referred to as "Mimi," she was the proud and respected matriarch of a family dynasty spanning over 70 years. She was a superb cook, and her recipes were highly-coveted and fiercely protected. Her desserts were on everyone's Thanksgiving and Christmas wish-lists, and she happily provided them. She is preceded in death by parents, Roy Sr. and Audrey Burchell; sisters Bonnie Mount and Eloise "Sis," Miller, and brother, Roy "Buddy" Burchell, Jr.; granddaughter, Christina Mabry; and great granddaughter, Breonna Varnes. She is survived by her caring and devoted husband of 70 years, Lester; sister, Mary, and brothers Bobby and Rudy. She was most proud of her five sons: Wayne (Pamela), Joey (Debbie), Dan (Debbie), David (Caroll), and Chris; and granddaughter Maleena (Brent), whom she considered a daughter. The other family members include 2 grandsons, 7 granddaughters, 4 great-grandsons, and 8 great-granddaughters. The members of the family she so proudly headed are so numerous that they cannot all be listed. The family will receive friends from 5-7 pm Thursday with the funeral service to follow at 7 pm in the chapel of Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home, 2300 Adair Drive. Dr. Jim Henry will officiate. Interment will be 10 am Friday at Lynnhurst Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her sons and great grandson, Blake Watson. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to Alzheimer's of East Tennessee. The family would also like to express their appreciation to the kind nurses at Covenant Hospice for making her comfortable in her final weeks. Condolences may be offered at www.berrylynnhurst.com

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October 14, 2016

Wayne, Pam and Family:
We are so sorry for your loss.
May God comfort you.
Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Delmar and Jane Henegar

October 14, 2016

Prayers for you David and for your family to hold you up during this time of Grief. As the Lord provided a strong foundation during your mother's life that has now been turned into a place of welcome to Eternal life. Peace

Rev. Jeff And Cindy Tallent

October 14, 2016

Mike Hueser

Dan, Debbie and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

October 13, 2016

michael whitaker

Sorry for your loss; You will be in our prayers..

October 13, 2016

Dorothy (Foley) Saulsbury

I remember Jean cooking for us many times, making her own created sandwiches, and how much fun we had with her, This of course was many years ago when we were teenagers.
Love to the family, and especially to Mary my very good friend, God bless and keep you in His loving arms. Your friend,
Dorothy (Foley) Saulsbury

October 13, 2016

Donna Clanton

Denise and family may god be with you all at this sad time, Shes with jesus now, May she always rest in peace, Love you all

October 13, 2016

Linda Wright

Dan and family. So sorry for your loss, our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.

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Calling hours

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home & Lynnhurst Cemetery

2300 West Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918

Oct

13

Funeral service

7:00 p.m.

Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home & Lynnhurst Cemetery

2300 West Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918

Oct

14

Interment

10:00 a.m.

Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home & Lynnhurst Cemetery

2300 West Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918

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2300 West Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918

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