Virginia Marie Winslow

November 21, 1925 - March 29, 2015

It is with sadness that the family of Virginia (Ginny) Winslow conveys her passing. She died peacefully at the “Life Path Hospice” in Ruskin, Florida, on March 29, 2015, at the age of 89. Ginny is survived by her husband of 68 years, Richard (Dick) Winslow, their children; Linda Brookes (husband David), of Parrish, FL, Richard (Rick) Winslow (wife Karen), of Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada. Their son, Brian Winslow predeceased her in 1981. She was also predeceased by her sister, Joan Blood and her brother, Richard Wiseman. Ginny was “Nana” to her grandchildren, Christian Nally (wife Martine Paulin), and Jon Nally (wife Kerrin), Alex and Emily Winslow. She was “Nana Ginny” to her great grandchildren, Jacob, Kaylin and Marissa Nally, and Lili Paulin. She was Aunt Virginia to Karen, Katie and Susan Blood. She was also Aunt Virginia to thirteen nieces and nephews on the Winslow side of the family." She was born on November 21, 1925, in Worcester, MA. and moved to Ayer, MA following her father’s passing. There she met her high school sweet heart and future husband. While raising their family, Ginny enjoyed her friendships through many bridge games, which became a lifelong pass time. Dick and Ginny moved to Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada in 1966, where they spent 34 years. Ginny worked as Administrative Secretary in the Biology Department of the University of New Brunswick. She derived great enjoyment from baking, knitting, shopping, and watching her favorite sports teams, The Red Sox, and The New England Patriots. Ginny was famous for her brownies and loved to share them with her family and friends. She was especially happy when accompanying Dick on their many road trips; either long adventures or short excursions. Many of their life’s stories involved what happened on these adventures. Ginny will be remembered for her love of family, perseverance in difficult times, quick sense of humor and generosity. In the later part of April, there will be a memorial gathering to commemorate her life. The family would appreciate donations made to the “Life Path Hospice” in Ruskin, Florida. To access the website use www.chaptershealth.org. Click on “Donate now”, then choose option “Sun City Hospice House”.