NAPA - Our mother and friend, Virginia Groth, passed away peacefully at Queen of the Valley Medical Center on Jan. 16, 2009, at the age of 92, although she rarely admitted her age.
Ginnie was born in Chicago, Ill., to Abbie and Richard Simpkin. She married and lived in Milwaukee, Wis., before moving to Los Angeles in 1951. Once her children were in school, Ginnie worked for Holy Cross Cemetery, and then Paulist Productions. After retirement, she moved to central Oregon and lived in Sunriver for 10 years before moving to Napa.
Wherever she went, she made new friends by joining service clubs, volunteering, and playing and teaching contract bridge. Her talent for organization made her the "go-to" person for family and friends needing help, whether painting a room or moving to a new house.
She practiced tai chi for many years, did some cross-country skiing in Oregon, and always drove sporty little cars at the speed limit. Her more sedate hobbies included knitting, crossword puzzles and caring for her Scottish Terrier, Skye.
She is survived by her three daughters: Gaye L. Rider of Abbotsford, British Columbia, Joy M. Kramer of Tulare, and Gwenn G. McKenzie of Napa. She leaves eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Her grandson Richard Kramer, his wife Kristen and their family moved to Napa four years ago and provided great support, allowing Ginnie to live independently, as was her wish. Her motto was "Just do it" — no complaining, no excuses. She gave generously of herself to friends and family, and we will miss her.
Although she requested no services, the family will gather soon to celebrate her life and her influence on us all.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ginnie's memory may be made to Dogs for the Deaf, 10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, OR 97504; Loving Animals Providing Smiles, P.O. Box 6596, Napa, CA 94581; or a charity close to your own heart
Ginnie was born in Chicago, Ill., to Abbie and Richard Simpkin. She married and lived in Milwaukee, Wis., before moving to Los Angeles in 1951. Once her children were in school, Ginnie worked for Holy Cross Cemetery, and then Paulist Productions. After retirement, she moved to central Oregon and lived in Sunriver for 10 years before moving to Napa.
Wherever she went, she made new friends by joining service clubs, volunteering, and playing and teaching contract bridge. Her talent for organization made her the "go-to" person for family and friends needing help, whether painting a room or moving to a new house.
She practiced tai chi for many years, did some cross-country skiing in Oregon, and always drove sporty little cars at the speed limit. Her more sedate hobbies included knitting, crossword puzzles and caring for her Scottish Terrier, Skye.
She is survived by her three daughters: Gaye L. Rider of Abbotsford, British Columbia, Joy M. Kramer of Tulare, and Gwenn G. McKenzie of Napa. She leaves eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Her grandson Richard Kramer, his wife Kristen and their family moved to Napa four years ago and provided great support, allowing Ginnie to live independently, as was her wish. Her motto was "Just do it" — no complaining, no excuses. She gave generously of herself to friends and family, and we will miss her.
Although she requested no services, the family will gather soon to celebrate her life and her influence on us all.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ginnie's memory may be made to Dogs for the Deaf, 10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, OR 97504; Loving Animals Providing Smiles, P.O. Box 6596, Napa, CA 94581; or a charity close to your own heart
NAPA - Our mother and friend, Virginia Groth, passed away peacefully at Queen of the Valley Medical Center on Jan. 16, 2009, at the age of 92, although she rarely admitted her age.
Ginnie was born in Chicago, Ill., to Abbie and Richard Simpkin. She married and lived in Milwaukee, Wis., before moving to Los Angeles in 1951. Once her children were in school, Ginnie worked for Holy Cross Cemetery, and then Paulist Productions. After retirement, she moved to central Oregon and lived in Sunriver for 10 years before moving to Napa.
Wherever she went, she made new friends by joining service clubs, volunteering, and playing and teaching contract bridge. Her talent for organization made her the "go-to" person for family and friends needing help, whether painting a room or moving to a new house.
She practiced tai chi for many years, did some cross-country skiing in Oregon, and always drove sporty little cars at the speed limit. Her more sedate hobbies included knitting, crossword puzzles and caring for her Scottish Terrier, Skye.
She is survived by her three daughters: Gaye L. Rider of Abbotsford, British Columbia, Joy M. Kramer of Tulare, and Gwenn G. McKenzie of Napa. She leaves eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Her grandson Richard Kramer, his wife Kristen and their family moved to Napa four years ago and provided great support, allowing Ginnie to live independently, as was her wish. Her motto was "Just do it" — no complaining, no excuses. She gave generously of herself to friends and family, and we will miss her.
Although she requested no services, the family will gather soon to celebrate her life and her influence on us all.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ginnie's memory may be made to Dogs for the Deaf, 10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, OR 97504; Loving Animals Providing Smiles, P.O. Box 6596, Napa, CA 94581; or a charity close to your own heart
Ginnie was born in Chicago, Ill., to Abbie and Richard Simpkin. She married and lived in Milwaukee, Wis., before moving to Los Angeles in 1951. Once her children were in school, Ginnie worked for Holy Cross Cemetery, and then Paulist Productions. After retirement, she moved to central Oregon and lived in Sunriver for 10 years before moving to Napa.
Wherever she went, she made new friends by joining service clubs, volunteering, and playing and teaching contract bridge. Her talent for organization made her the "go-to" person for family and friends needing help, whether painting a room or moving to a new house.
She practiced tai chi for many years, did some cross-country skiing in Oregon, and always drove sporty little cars at the speed limit. Her more sedate hobbies included knitting, crossword puzzles and caring for her Scottish Terrier, Skye.
She is survived by her three daughters: Gaye L. Rider of Abbotsford, British Columbia, Joy M. Kramer of Tulare, and Gwenn G. McKenzie of Napa. She leaves eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Her grandson Richard Kramer, his wife Kristen and their family moved to Napa four years ago and provided great support, allowing Ginnie to live independently, as was her wish. Her motto was "Just do it" — no complaining, no excuses. She gave generously of herself to friends and family, and we will miss her.
Although she requested no services, the family will gather soon to celebrate her life and her influence on us all.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ginnie's memory may be made to Dogs for the Deaf, 10175 Wheeler Road, Central Point, OR 97504; Loving Animals Providing Smiles, P.O. Box 6596, Napa, CA 94581; or a charity close to your own heart
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