Jacqueline Dell Varner

Jacqueline was the eldest child of three born to James William and Dell Varner.

She graduated from Opelika High School and Auburn University with a Bachelors and Masters. Her master’s thesis was on flame retardant baby clothes. While in college, she pledged Tri Delta. She remained a part of Tri Delta Sorority for her adult life. Many of her childhood friends were lifelong joining her on many an adventure. Shelby Ward and Ann Mims helped keep her spirits up as she was living in assisted living at Morningside Assisted Living in Auburn, AL. In the past month, Chattahoochee Hospice helped keep her comfortable. The family wishes to express a special Thank you to Chaplain Michael, hospice nurse Susan, personal assistant Kim, and Morningside Assisted Living director Eunice.

Jacqueline Varner was a member of the Daughters of the America Revolution (DAR); US Daughters of 1812, and UDC. For many years Jacqueline Varner was an active member of the Opelika Garden Club. Her interests included traveling with family and friends; Opelika Historic Preservation Society;  Genalogy; member of Trinity Church; and various clubs.

Jacqueline was preceded in death by her parents, sister Marianne, and beloved dogs Rufus, Gracie, and Zoe. She is survived by her brother Bill(Alliene), nieces Susan(Javier Villar), Sarah, great nephew Will Varner, and great dog nieces Zoey and Nikki.

Visitation will be held  on January 30 at 2pm with Funeral Service to follow at 3pm at Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home.