Her 100th birthday was celebrated with a party and open house for friends and family. She received birthday wishes from four presidents, state officials, her favorite team, the Green Bay Packers and August 27th was proclaimed Virginia Catlin Day by Mayor Dick Johns. In honor of her birthday a flag was flown over the US Capitol and then presented to her.
Fondly known for her sense of humor, her many jokes and her love of children.
She is survived by her seven children, Pinky (Pete) DeLoye, Pat (Linda) Catlin, Mike (Darla) Catlin, Candy (John) Adams, Jim (Ruth) Catlin, Deb (Don) Knutson, Craig (Heidi) Catlin. Also survived by 19 grandchildren and 39 great grandchildren and special friends, Doreen Boxrud, Ginger Anderle and Pat Behling.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, husband Vern, infant daughter Cindy Lou, two brothers Melvin & Billy, one sister Geneva and dear friend Dorothy Owens.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Condolences for the family may be directed to Hildebrand Funeral Home at www.hildebrandruss.com and as per Virginia’s wishes memorials will be directed to children in need.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Ascension - Ministry Hospice as well as the dedicated staff at Rennes Health & Rehab Center.. A special thanks to Lori Cherney who lovingly cared for her.
Her 100th birthday was celebrated with a party and open house for friends and family. She received birthday wishes from four presidents, state officials, her favorite team, the Green Bay Packers and August 27th was proclaimed Virginia Catlin Day by Mayor Dick Johns. In honor of her birthday a flag was flown over the US Capitol and then presented to her.
Fondly known for her sense of humor, her many jokes and her love of children.
She is survived by her seven children, Pinky (Pete) DeLoye, Pat (Linda) Catlin, Mike (Darla) Catlin, Candy (John) Adams, Jim (Ruth) Catlin, Deb (Don) Knutson, Craig (Heidi) Catlin. Also survived by 19 grandchildren and 39 great grandchildren and special friends, Doreen Boxrud, Ginger Anderle and Pat Behling.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, husband Vern, infant daughter Cindy Lou, two brothers Melvin & Billy, one sister Geneva and dear friend Dorothy Owens.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Condolences for the family may be directed to Hildebrand Funeral Home at www.hildebrandruss.com and as per Virginia’s wishes memorials will be directed to children in need.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Ascension - Ministry Hospice as well as the dedicated staff at Rennes Health & Rehab Center.. A special thanks to Lori Cherney who lovingly cared for her.
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