Biography: Jane Gordon Varner, 52, of Little Rock passed away Wednesday, April 11, 2007. A journalist, English teacher, owner of her own typesetting business, wife, and stepmother, Jane had returned to her native Little Rock in 2002 after the passing of her husband, Ned Varner, in Montgomery, Alabama. She battled cancer for seven years, often reaching out to others with similar situations. Jane loved teaching and was a fan of southern writers. She was a fan of great literature and especially interested in the work of William Faulkner. She shared her grandmother's (Ruby Collier Thomas) love of cooking and compiled a recipe book of Thomas’ distinctive cuisine. On the day Jane died, she sent an email to her mother suggesting they cook together that night and mentioning the recipes she wanted to try. Jane was also an active member of International Association of Laryngectomies and arranged for their next convention in 2008 to be held in Little Rock. Jane is survived by her parents and step-parents, Jean Gordon and Walter Clancy and Frank and Jean Gordon; her step-sons, Will and Mathew Varner; and siblings Anne Gordon Perry and Tom Gordon; her step-siblings Tedra Duck, Derek Lind, and Jarrod Lind. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 14, at 11:00 a.m. at the Unitarian Church, 1818 Reservoir Rd, Little Rock. Contributions in Jane’s honor may be sent to the UAMS Cancer Research Center, 4301 W. Markham, slot 63, or to the Unitarian Universalist Church, or to the Troy State Ned Varner Scholarship Fund, 260 Adams Administration Bldg., Troy, AL 36082.