Vienna- Harland G. Varney, 100 of Vienna, Maine passed away June 7, 2026, at his family home surrounded by family.

Harland was born on September 23, 1925, in Vienna to parents, Olive Whittier and Eldridge Varney. He lived in Vienna most of his life attending the Vienna school. Harland was a hard worker who liked working with his hands. He worked many jobs over the years including as a millwright, oil delivery man and even spent some time making the childhood toy, Lincoln Logs. Harland joined the United States Army in January of 1944, serving 2 years during WWII, resulting in him earning several medals for both his service and conduct.

Harland married the love of his life, Joan Varney (Goucher) in December 1955. They raised two sons together during their 60 years of marriage.

Harland enjoyed spending his time working in his shop, tending over his cucumbers or puttering around on his John Deere tractor. Though he often came across as serious and solemn those who knew him well enjoyed his subtle sense of humor. Harland lived a good life, full of love, loving his family above all else.

He is predeceased by his parents, Eldridge Varney and Olive Whittier; wife, Joan Varney; brother, Donald and wife Floria Varney; sister, Kathrine and her husband, Colby Caine; and brother-in-law, Don Potter; along with several half-brothers and sisters.

He is survived by his two sons, David Varney and Darrel Varney (Jayne) Varney; granddaughter, Joan Kelly; sister, Mariam Potter; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Ross, Robin (Skip) Reed; brother-in-law, Stevie (Jeanne) Goucher; cousin, Cindy Goucher; several nieces and nephews; and his grandcats, Clancy and Chancey.

A graveside service will be held at the Vienna Village Cemetery on June 27th at 11 am with a reception at the Vienna fire station to follow. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to P.A.L.S no-kill cat shelter,188 Case Rd. Winthrop, ME.

Arrangements are under the care of Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Service, 488 Farmington Falls Road, Farmington Maine, where memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.dsfuneral.com