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Virginia A. Scholzen, 70, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer at Columbia-St. Mary’s Milwaukee Campus on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 with family by her side. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Lucy Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Ave. on Tuesday, August 1st at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the mass.
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In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorial to the American Cancer Society or the Hospitality Center. Ginny asked that you Pass It On by doing or saying something kind.
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Virginia “Ginny” Scholzen, 70, today your family lost their beautiful daughter and loving sister. Her ever loving smile and quick wit will be missed by all who knew Ginny. A loving person who would do anything for anybody at any time without being asked. She was born in Racine on November 22, 1952, the daughter of Richard G. Sr. and Lucille (nee: Willems) Scholzen.
Ginny graduated from WashingtonPark High School, Class of ‘71. She had been employed by InSinkErator for over 47 years, retiring in June of 2020. She was a member of St. Lucy Catholic Church and the InSinkErator 10 Year Club. Ginny enjoyed shopping estate sales, not for herself but buying things for others, and gardening.
Surviving her is her special friend Jay Haertel, of Racine, and her furry companion, Pebbles, along with her mother, Lucille E. Scholzen, of Racine; her brothers and sisters, Judy (Aaron) Morse, Dan (Sandy) Scholzen, James (Anne Brown) Scholzen, Patricia (Michael Huck) Kunicki, all of Racine, Joseph (Debbie) Scholzen, of Lake Geneva, Richard G. Scholzen Jr., Paul (Heidi) Scholzen, all of Racine, and George (Lisa) Scholzen, of Burlington; aunts and uncle, numerous nieces, and nephews. Other relatives and friends also survive her. Ginny was preceded in death by her father, Richard G. Scholzen Sr., and her sister and brother-in-law Mary Ann and Randy Holbus. Virginia passed away with family by her side after a courageous short battle with cancer at Columbia- St. Mary’s Hospital-Milwaukee Campus. The family would like to thank the many doctors, nurses, and housekeeping staff at Columbia- St. Mary’s Hospital-Milwaukee Campus for the love and compassion shown from them to Ginny and family during her fight.
Jerry & Sandy Scholzen says
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dianne Chase says
Ginny will be deeply missed. She was one-of-kind. You knew when you were with her you were going to have a great time with lots of laughs. She always put a smile on everyone’s face. She was kind, generous, and always willingly to hep.
We love you Ginny..
Love,
Dianne & Ron Chase
Jodie Antreassian-Janiuk says
Praying for Ginnys family. My heart goes out to all of you.
Jim Hyduke says
Will miss your humor and wit, you always made me laugh !
Peace
Cherri Barker-Chambliss says
Sorry to hear of Ginny’s passing. My condolences to the Scholzen family.
Todd Mueller says
My condolences to the Family , she will always be remembered and never forgotten .
Anonymous says
Our prayers go out to the entire family.
Neighbors,
Tom and Dawn
KATHLEEN BIALECKI says
My condolences to the Scholzen family on Virginia’s passing.
Debi Siefert says
So very sorry for your loss. She had the brightest smile ever RIP
Tom Miller says
To a fellow supporter of Mario’s Italian Sports Bar and Restaurant. Your friends at Mario’s will miss your wise remarks about what numbers were coming in and how you helped us. Your heavenly number has come in , and you have won the greatest Jackpot of all! Eternal life with Jesus Christ our Lord! God Bless you and all your family. Tom Miller and #30 (Rose).
John and Wilie Longrie says
Ginny was so full of life. Her warmth and kindness touched everyone who knew her. We extend our deepest condolences.
Diane Arndt Kamm says
Ginny was such a fun person. I have such fond memories of her, with our Scholzen showers and family picnics years ago. She was so nice to my Dad. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Avery Anderson says
It was an honor to take care of Ginny. She has such a kind soul and I was very lucky to meet her and her family. I will treasure the times I got to spend with her.
Nancy Kamrath says
I am so sorry to hear of Ginny’s passing. She always had a smile on her face and always made me smile. Condolences to the family. She will be missed.
Nancy Kamrath says
Shocked to hear of Ginny’s passing. She was always smiling and happy. She will be missed. Condolences to the family.
A. Collins says
Many kind thoughts and prayers are with family and friends at this sad time…..
Virginia will be missed dearly…..
Judy Gustin-Chavours says
My condolences to the family.
Ginny was a good friend of my sister Marilyn Gustin they work together for years, I have great memories of her.
RIH Ginny . hug my sister for me please.
Linda & Ron Solberg says
Ginny will be dearly missed she was always so full of life, and quick to bring a smile to your face. I remember 4th of July picnics by Grandma & Grandpa Scholzen’s where Ginny would always organize activities and crafts “to keep all the kids busy.”. She would buy & bring all the supplies needed. Ginny had a very generous heart!
Nick Thielen says
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH VIRGINIA AND HER FAMILY.
PEACE,
Carol & Bob Thiel says
So sad to hear of Virginia’s passing. I remember her as a sweet, happy, kind person. She was delightful.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God’s blessings.
Jason Beyer and family says
Every time I saw Ginny she was always full of life, laugher, and fun. She was an essential part of our extended family gatherings. She will be greatly missed.
Namon L. White says
To the family of ginny my sincerest condolences go out to all of you. I’ve known ginny for sometime very nice person. Heaven has gain another angel. Be bless.
Jane Reilly says
Ginny will be missed by many, she was an active go getter and very caring! My prayers to the family for such a great loss!!