Carmel  D. Vari (nee Spagnola) age 83, of Downers Grove. Beloved wife of Christopher J.; loving mother of Debie Childers and Thomas (Margaret) Vari; cherished grandmother of Tammy (Tony) Perna and Christopher Vari (Fiancee Dana Glover); cherished great grandmother of Anthony, Gianna and Francesca Perna; aunt of many. Memorial Visitation Saturday, December 6, from 3 to 9pm at Hallowell & James Funeral Home 301 – 75th St., Downers Grove, where a Prayer Service will be held at 7pm that evening. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the would be appreciated. Phone: (630) 964-6500