Terry Len Varner, age 47, of Water Valley, MS died Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS. He was born June 27, 1972 in Pontotoc, MS.
After moving to Water Valley, Terry played high school football for the Water Valley Blue Devils. After graduating in 1990, Terry earned his Masters of Accountancy from Delta State University. He was presently working at the Yalobusha General Hospital and Nursing Home as the Chief Executive Officer. During his career, Terry dedicated his time and talents to serving different organizations connected to his field, including, president of Delta Rural Health Network (now known as the Rural Hospital Alliance), Vice Chairman of Healthcare Providers Insurance Company (HPIC) – 2003-2016, member of the Nursing Home Administrators Licensing Board, Medicaid/Medicare Advisory Committee, National and State Rural Health Associations, Mississippi Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Terry also served his local community in the Lions Club, president of the Chamber of Commerce in 2003, past president of the Rotary Club, as well as coaching in the Magnolia Youth League.
Terry enjoyed golfing, attending sporting events at Mississippi State, and traveling and spending time with his family. Terry was also a member of the First United Methodist Church of Water Valley where he served as Chairman of Finances.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, January 29, 2020 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Seven Oaks Funeral Home. Funeral services are planned for Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 11:00 AM in the Henry Chapel of Seven Oak with Rev. Reed McCaleb and Dr. Shane Crawford officiating. Interment will be in Oak Hill Cemetery immediately following the service.
Terry is survived by his wife, Tracey Norris Varner; a daughter, Jordan Elizabeth Varner; a son, Tyler Brooks Varner, all of Water Valley, MS; his mother, Barbara Graham (William); a sister, Christy Magers (Randy) all of Columbus, MS; and a brother, Michael Steven Varner of Elizabeth City, NC.
Terry was preceded in death by his step-father, Max Peacock.
Memorials may be made to Yalobusha Medical Foundation, 630 South Main Street, Water Valley, MS 38965 in care of Joe Black or to First United Methodist Church, PO Box 288, Water Valley, MS.
Visitation
JAN 29.
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
(CST)
Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc.
12760 Highway 32 P.O. Box 367
Water Valley, MS, 38965
Service
JAN 30.
11:00 AM
(CST)
Seven Oaks Funeral Home, Inc.
12760 Highway 32 P.O. Box 367
Water Valley, MS, 38965
