Kenneth "Ken" Edward Varner

Kenneth “Ken” Edward Varner, age 66, of Asheboro passed away on October 12, 2026 at his home.

Mr. Varner was born in Randolph County on October 15, 1959 to Roby and Rachel Kivett Varner. Ken was formerly employed by Sara Lee as a fixer. He was very mechanical and loved racing, working on cars, and attending car shows. Ken had a great sense of humor. He enjoyed a good meal with family and friends-his favorite restaurant being The Dipper. Ken had a great love for animals.

In addition to his parents, Ken was preceded in death by his sister, Lillie “Candy” Coble, and cousins, Travis Coble and Tina Pentedmos.

He is survived by his sisters, Carolyn Creason (David) of Asheboro and Pam Chestnut (John) of Hampton, VA; 2 nephews; 3 nieces; close friends, Doug and Penny York; and his faithful canine companion, Little Bit.

The family will receive friends on Friday, October 16, 2026 from 10:00-10:50 am at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Avenue in Asheboro. Funeral services will follow on Friday at 11:00 am at the Glenn “Mac” Pugh Chapel with Pastor John Bryant officiating. Interment will be held at Randolph Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to Randolph SPCA, 300 W. Bailey St., Asheboro, NC 27203.

Pugh Funeral Home in Asheboro is honored to be serving the Varner family.