Roger E. Varnum

April 22, 1937 - October 25, 2021

Roger Varnum, 84, of Bonita Springs, FL passed away on October 25, 2021 at All Seasons Naples. He was born on April 22, 1937 son of Betsey and Edward Varnum who predeceased him. Roger grew up in North Brookfield, MA. He attended Suffield Academy in Suffield, CT and Williams College in Williamstown, MA where he majored in languages. He was fluent in French and Italian. Roger was President of Quabaug Corporation, a company founded by his grandfather. The company made Vibram soles and heels and has produced the soles for our military since WWII. Roger was a former resident and member of Spring Run Golf Club and a former member and President of Tatnuck Country Club in Worcester, MA. Roger is survived by his wife, Sandra Varnum, of Bonita Springs, FL; daughters, Deborah Tong of Williamstown, MA, Lisa Staples of Sterling, MA, Amy Jacobson of Newton, MA, and Betsey Varnum of Belmont, MA; stepdaughter, Annalisa Olson Moeller of Jasper, IN; twin brother, Herbert Varnum of Worcester, MA; six grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held in Massachusetts at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions can be made to the Spring Run Charitable Foundation, 9501 Spring Run Blvd., Bonita Springs, FL 34135. To sign Roger’s guest register or to leave online condolences, please visit www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com. Arrangements are being handled by Shikany’s Bonita Funeral Home, Family Owned and Operated since 1978.