Virginia M. Scheetz, 84, of Landenberg, died Friday, Nov. 4, at Twin Pines Health Care Center in West Grove. She was the wife of Wasson R. Scheetz, with whom she shared 59 glorious years of marriage. Wasson called Virginia his “Peach” and the great love of his life.
Born in Norristown, she was the daughter of the late James and the late Martha (Hullinger) Burns. Virginia was a devoted sister to her brothers Jimmy, Bobby, Jackie, and Ray and to her sisters, Dot, Boo, and Martha.
Virginia was a graduate of St. Patrick’s in Norristown, where she first learned with the help of IHM sisters, the importance of practicing the corporate works of mercy to every soul who crossed her path. A stranger did not remain a stranger to Virginia. She embraced everyone she met with unconditional love and acceptance. Virginia treated everyone equally whether it be a waitress at a local diner or a politician. Virginia made time for everyone she met. Virginia made everyone feel significant, supported, and most importantly, loved.
She also attended Los Angeles Harbor College, taking classes in business and Spanish when she lived there with her husband Wasson. She enjoyed a career as an executive secretary prior to becoming a full-time mother and homemaker. Virginia’s first job was at Scheidt Brewing Co. in Norristown. She was a mother to be proud of: room mom, pretzel momand hot dog mom. She was involved whether celebrating her children’s happiness or providing a listening ear during tough times. Virginia was known belovedly as “Ginger” to her family and “Gini” to her friends. She signed her art as “Gini.” She was very active and loved “being on the go.” She enjoyed dancing, traveling to Europe, art, movies and most importantly serving others. In her younger years, she was an active member of St. Teresa of Avila church and school in Betzwood, , Mother of Sorrows in Bridgeport, and finally St. Phillip the Apostle in Texas.
She enjoyed Port Indian Regattas, boating, hosting parties, garage sales, and celebrations for family and friends. She loved a good party. Her fondest memory of all time was trips with Wasson to New England to see the leaves change color.
Survivors include in addition to her husband, one son, Steven W. Scheetz of Langhorne,; one daughter, Beth Charnichko of Landenberg; one brother, Jack Burns of Norristown,; two granddaughters, Ginger Rose and Mary Katie; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins whom she loved greatly.
Her final wish was to tell everyone that she will love them forever and to come to her Celebration of Life Party.
With this in mind, you are invited to visit with Virginia’s family and friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home Inc. (610-444-4116), 250 W. State St., Kennett Square, PA 19348. A celebration of Love and Life will follow at 11 when Virginia’s “Life Story” will be shared.
Family and friends are encouraged to share their memories of her grand circle of love. Her Mass of Christian burial will follow at noon at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 212 Meredith Street in Kennett Square.
During mass her granddaughters Ginger Rose and Mary Katie will play trumpet to honor their grandmother. Interment will be held privately. A reception will follow at La Verona Italian Restaurant in Kennett Square. Contributions in her memory may be made to Disabled Veterans National Foundation, 1020 19th St NW - Suite 475, Washington, DC 20036 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. To view her online tribute and to share a memory with her family, please visit www.griecocares.com.
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