Eric Bentley Varn, 57, died Sunday, May 10, 2026, at his residence in Pawleys Island, South Carolina. Born June 25, 1968, he was a son of the late Dr. George H. Varn, Jr. and Sue Bentley Varn.

Eric is survived by his loving wife, Kate Cromartie Varn; his children, William Bentley Varn and Katherine LaBruce Varn; his brother, Mark H. Varn (Amanda); and his sister, Sharon V. Groat (Geoff). He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Scott Varn, K. Logan Varn, Eliza Groat, Suzanne Groat, Lilly Cromartie, and J.B. Cromartie; his uncles, David W. Varn and William “Billy” Varn (Julie); and many extended family members whom he loved and cared for deeply.

Eric was an avid outdoorsman who had a passion for hunting and fishing. He especially loved North Inlet and knew its waters, oyster beds, and sandbars like the back of his hand. A graduate of the College of Charleston, he was also a member of the Kappa Alpha Order. Eric loved his pets, enjoyed spending time at Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, and cared deeply for his family. He devoted himself earnestly to the care of his parents throughout their lives.

He previously attended Duncan Memorial Methodist Church and was a current member of Prince George Winyah Parish.

A memorial service will be held at Prince George Winyah Parish on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:30 A.M. The family will receive visitors on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Downtown Chapel of Mayer-Ethridge Funeral Home from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Francis Animal Center or Tidelands Community Hospice.