Virginia Ellen Gaines Sebring, Ohio Obituary

Virginia Ellen Gaines

<p>Virginia Ellen (Winters) Gaines of North Benton, Ohio, 85, beloved, mother,sister,wife,grandmother, and a great grandmother was called to her eternal home on May 29, 2021. She was born on July 29, 1935 in Lisbon, Ohio the daughter of Valas and Marvilla (Morton) Winters. She is survived by her children Loujean (Jeff) Pusateri of North Benton, Russell (Natalie) Gaines of North Benton and Greg (Cindy) Gaines of North Benton, and her brothers, Valas Winters of Alliance, Eugene Winters of Beloit, Gail Winters of Canton and her eight grandchildren Bobby (Tammy), Nettie (George), Angel (Shawn), Lukas, Jaclyn, Joshua (Lauren), Joel and Josiah, Her eight great grandchildren; Annabelle, Randi, Josie, Jack, Evie, Grant, Noelle and Toby. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, L. Russell Gaines, two sisters; June Lacher, Jane Miller and an infant baby.<br /> <br /> Virginia worked at Royal China in Sebring, Ohio and then worked for over 30 plus year at the University of Mount Union until 2014. While working at the University of Mount Union she enjoyed attending their football games and enjoyed the company of the people she worked with each day. She was a member of the North Benton Presbyterian Church where she was a faithful attendee each Sunday. Virginia loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and will be missed greatly by them.<br /> <br /> A Worship Service to Celebrate her life will be held on Friday, June 4, 2021 at North Benton Presbyterian Church at 11:00 AM with Pastor Herb Goetz officiating. Calling hours will be held the hour prior to the service at the church from 10:00 Am to 11:00 AM. Burial will take place at Hartzell Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the North Benton Presbyterian Church at 19070 North Benton West Road, North Benton, Ohio 44449. Friends and family may send condolences and sign the guest register online at www.grfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Gednetz-Ruzek-Brown Funeral Home in Sebring, (330) 938-2526.</p>
July 29, 1935 - May 29, 202107/29/193505/29/2021
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Waliah Poto
August 4, 2021
The world has lost a wonderful woman, but Virginia and Russell are together again.  We worked together at Mount Union and grew very close over the years until I left for another position.  Virginia and Russell were special people - sweet, ornery, and very giving.  I love... Continue Reading
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Judy Sacco and Family
June 4, 2021
With our deepest sympathy
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Kathie Lavery
June 2, 2021
If you walked into the Timken Building at the University of Mount Union early in the morning the very first person you would see is Virginia. She had a bottle of cleaning fluid in her right hand and a rag in the left. Always- she was wiping down everything in that buildi... Continue Reading
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Anna Rice
June 2, 2021
Aunt Virginia always wore a smile, and had kind words for everyone. She will be missed.
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Karen Schrader
June 1, 2021
Sending my sincere am& heartfelt condolences to you, Virginia’s family. I worked with Virginia at Mount and I’ll fondly remember her as one of the sweetest, kindness, gentle people I had the pleasure of knowing. I know you’re walking hand in hand with Jesus, Virginia. Ho... Continue Reading
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The staff at Gednetz-Ruzek & Brown Funeral Home and Cremation Service
May 29, 2021
We plant this tree as a living memorial to Virginia. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
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