Homegoing services: Saturday, December 10, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home
Visitation: Friday, December 9, 2011 from 4:00pm – 7:00pm in the funeral home; and on Saturday from 9am-10am.
Cemetery: Private interment will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials to his wife, Jennifer are encouraged.
Racine – Virgil J. Hargrove, 50, passed away at home in his wife’s arms on Saturday, December 3, 2011 after a short illness. He had very loving and supportive family and friends that would spend time with him on a daily basis. Virgil was a loveable, outgoing person who will be remembered by many as “the man who knew someone wherever he went and everyday was his birthday”. Virgil was born in Racine on February 12, 1961. He was a 1979 graduate of Washington Park High School and also graduated from the CNC program at Gateway Technical College. On October 10, 2001 in Las Vegas, Nevada he was married to Jennifer L. (nee: Maier) Cobb.
As a teenager he marched with the Kiltie Cadets from 1974-77 and then with the Kiltie Drum & Bugle Corps from 1977-81. Virgil worked at Chi-Chi’s and at Denny’s when he was a young man before attending Gateway Technical College. After graduating from the CNC program at Gateway, he enjoyed working at Pioneer Products from 1988-2008.
Virgil is survived by his wife, Jennifer Hargrove; his Parents, James and Mary (nee: Wicks) Hargrove; Mother-in-law, Paula Haag; Sister, Faye (Wilbur) Jones; Sisters-in-law, Brenda Hargrove, Ann Maier, Chris (Pete) Deschler, Karen (Don) Running, Denise (Keith) Beaudin, Roxie (Pat) Millhouse & Polly (Dewey) Lawrence; Brother-in-law, Wally (Roberta) Haag; Very Special Nieces and Nephews, Tomara and Twyla Gunn, Vonnell (Keisha) Carter, Ashley Hargrove, Deanna McNeal, Aaron Jones, Cortney Maier, Adam Maier, Peter and Alex Deschler; Great-Niece and Great-Nephew, Zionn Davis and Jayden Hargrove; along with many very special aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends. He was preceded in death by his Brother, Michael; Twin Sisters, Jean and Janice; Grandparents and other aunts, uncles and relatives.
We would like to extend a very special thank you to the family and friends who have supported us throughout this difficult time, as well as to Dr. James Santarelli and his staff, along with Hospice Alliance for their care and compassion. We could not have gotten through this challenge without all of your help.
Mary washington says
life is indeed short and precious. but happy that our family is strong and will get thru this sad occasion. love cuzs……
Sally Hargrove says
My condolences to Virgil’s wife, Uncle James, Aunt Mary, Faye ant the rest of the family. John 5;29,29
With all of our love,
Aunt Willa Hargrove and family: Wesley, Renee, Charles(Rosa), Colin(Patricia) and Sally Hargrove (Virgil’s cousins).
James Shack says
I will always have fond memories of Virgil which date back to Fratt Grade School. Virgil was fun, full of life and from what I experienced a loving soul. He will be missed greatly !!
Cheryl Washington says
My deepest condolences to Jennifer, Cousin Mary and James, Faye, Irma, Shirley and all my dear Cousins in Racine, WI. My thoughts and prayers are with you! We love you all!!
Jackie (Vague) nelson says
Jackie (Vague) Nelson says
I went to Park with Virgil. You could always count on Virgil. He was a wonderful person and I will never forget his great smile. With my deepest sympathy. Jackie
mary moretti says
Our prayers are with you and may God give you strength in the days ahead.
Love,
Aunt Mary, Uncle Biff, Michael, Matthew and Alise and family
Mary A. Golden says
Sorry to hear about your loss. May the Lord watch over you.
Ronnie and Vanessa Hargrove says
Jennifer, our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family, Uncle James, Aunt Mary and Faye. We are so sorry about Virgil. He will be deeply missed.
Ron and Kathy Deverney says
Wow! What a shock. Jennifer, and Virgil’s family, we are so, so sorry for your loss as Virgil’s passing is a loss to us all. My very first thoughts were exactly what was written in the obituary – no matter where Virgil went he KNEW someone. And, I will always remember that every day was his birthday. What a sucking way to find out his real birthday! Please know that he is in our thoughts.
George Gillett says
I had the pleasure of marching with Virgil in the Kiltie Kadets. Through the years we lost touch, but Virgil was the kind of man that makes a life long impact on you. Virgil, I love you brother, and you will be missed!!
Gary Cobb says
Tom Chernouski says
We are very sorry for your loss and offer our heart felt condolences. I knew Virgil as a young kid from Linden Ave. He was a very nice and caring person. Cherish the many memories you had with him!!