James M. Varney age 77, a long time resident of Madison Heights, Michigan passed away Sunday, March 22, 2015 at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan. James was born October 3, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan beloved husband of Sharon, dear father of Steven (Trese) Varney, Michael (Jessica) Varney and Robby (Kristin) Varney. Grandfather of Tanner, Spencer, Parker, Carson, Kaitlyn, Koreen and Kyle, brother of Carl (Jean) Varney and Nancy Varney. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 25th, 2015 from 2:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with funeral services on Thursday, March 26th, 2015, 11:00 a.m. Edward Swanson & Son Funeral Home 30351 Dequindre Madison Heights, Michigan 48071.