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Isobel Varley 1937-2015

Written by

Jen Savage

It is with sadness that we share the news that Isobel Varley has passed away. Our thoughts are with Isobel’s family and friends.

isobel

The following was taken from her official Facebook page:

It is with deep sorrow that we must announce the passing of Isobel.

Shortly before 7 this morning Isobel passed peacefully onto her next adventure.

The Varley family would like to express their thanks to everyone for their support, their friendship and kind words expressed to, and about, Isobel and her numerous achievements during her time.

We would like to invite everyone to share their experiences and photographs with her on here as a tribute.

Heaven has a gained a new Angel.

Comments

10 responses to “Isobel Varley 1937-2015”

  1. Ivan Avatar
    Ivan

    Rest in peace! sweetheart!

  2. kinnie jean degamo Avatar
    kinnie jean degamo

    omg. this made me cry. im so sorry to hear about what happened to ysobel. i just recently cjat with her via facebook a cuople of weeks ago. i really cant help myself but cry.
    you will always be a legend miss ysobel. thank you for inspiring me with your kindness. you will never be forgotten. we love you.

  3. Brad Avatar
    Brad

    Such a loss, I met Isobel at Dunstable tattoo convention back in the day .Rest in peace she was an inspiration .

  4. Shawn Porter Avatar
    Shawn Porter

    So sad. I was just archiving video of her being pierced by Patrick Bartholomew the other day and was going to message her and ask if she had anything to add to the article. 🙁

  5. pete lake Avatar
    pete lake

    RIP ISSIE WILL MISS YER LOADS THOUGHTS WITH MAC AND FAMILLY

  6. John Evans Avatar
    John Evans

    Isobel was a dear friend of mine and she attended my charity events I organised and put on she was a terrific person and full of love and also a great attraction.
    I am sad to hear this news.
    fellow record holder john Evans

  7. Doron Avatar
    Doron

    Such a loss of such a great, amazing inspiration.
    A true legend. So Sad

  8. Me Avatar
    Me

    https://www.facebook.com/pages/Isobel-Varley-Official/1423969394587902

  9. Dave Winter Avatar
    Dave Winter

    Met isobel at Carlisle tattoo convention lovely lady R.I.P.

  10. Disha Singh Avatar
    Disha Singh

    Oh! this is sad news, I interviewed her in 2008 and she was a gem, I am sending my condolences so late, RIP. World will always remember you.

    After an year I am checking Modblog but it is always a good place to update yourself about this world of body art!

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