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Robert Earl ‘Bob’ Varwig, 68, Ohio State Buckeyes fan

Robert Earl 'Bob' Varwig
Robert Earl ‘Bob’ Varwig

SUNSET BEACH — Robert Earl “Bob” Varwig, 68, passed away peacefully Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, at his home.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Patricia Ann Tornow Varwig. He was a child of Henry and Ruth Varwig, born Feb. 19, 1951, in Toledo, Ohio.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his many cousins, nieces and nephews, with whom he developed a close and loving relationship. Uncle Bob was a favorite, known for his laugh, interest in their lives and constant happiness.

Bob was a graduate of Rogers High School and worked many years for Lion Store Warehouse and the Ohio Department of Transportation. He also served for three years as a bridgetender at the Craig Bridge in Toledo. He and his wife, Patty, retired to Sunset Beach in 2013. Bob was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes fan.

A celebration of life will be conducted at 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 3, at the chapel of Brunswick Funeral Service. A reception will follow at Sandpiper Bay Residents Club following the service. A second service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 9, at Zion Lutheran Church, 22 N. 2nd St., Waterville, Ohio. All of his friends and relatives are invited.

Memorials may be directed to Zion Lutheran Church, 22 N. 2nd St., Waterville, OH 43566; or Shallotte Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 3256, Shallotte, NC 28459.

Share online condolences with the family at Brunswick Funeral Service.

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