Died Monday July 4, 2022 at Life Care Center in Elkhorn
Virginia was born August 14, 1946 in Fremont, Ne to Elwin and Eva 'Wilson' Bader. She was the youngest child of four. She attended and graduated from Fremont Public HS in 1964 and then went to Bahner College of Hairstyling following high school.
Virginia and Gary were married July 12, 1964 in Fremont and in July 1967 they moved to Hartington, NE where they resided for 33 yrs. Virginia primarily worked in the insurance industry and her final position was working as office manager for the Fremont radio station (KHUB).
Virginia was a dedicated sports fan especially to her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed bowling in her younger years and she was an active Nintendo gamer. She also loved to play cards and bingo. She was very crafty with sewing, crochet and ceramics. She also loved to go fishing and spend time with family in the Black Hills.
Virginia was very active in the community with John C Fremont days, Class Reunions and the annual Free Fishing day sponsored by the KHUB radio station. She loved to meet with many of her classmates on a monthly basis for coffee.
Survivors:
Daughter - Gayle Lorenz, Grandson - Andrew Lorenz, Granddaughter - Emily Lorenz and Great-granddaughter - Jensen. Son - Scott (Susan) Dunn, Grandchildren Bryan Dunn, Lyndsay Dunn and Sean Dunn, Matthew Dunn.
Sister - Beverly Clark
Virginia was preceded in death by her husband Gary in 2002 along with her parents, her sister Janice and brother Larry.
Visitation with the family present will be Thursday, July 7, 2022 at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont from 6pm to 8pm. Further services will be held at a later date.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(8)
Mike Steen
Cathedral City, CA Tuesday, July 12, 2022 Virginia, as a classmate, since Junior High, I had the pleasure to enjoy the class reunions, that you put together, so well. You were the glue that held us, all together.When it was your turn to stand before St. Peter, and he asked you what you did with your life. You certainly didn't have to answer, "I took up time and space!"
I know you hard the words we all long to hear, "Well done, good and faithful servant, enter into the Kingdom of Heaven."
Terry & Lisa Marshall
Fremont, NE Thursday, July 7, 2022 Virginia was an amazing lady. We were truly blessed to have her as a stepmom and a part of our family. She loved us and our kids, Emily, Austin and Shyann. When the union between her and our father ended, the bond we shared did not, she was always family. We enjoyed doing things together until she wasn't ab!e to. Rest in peace beautiful lady, you'll be missed more than you known, our lives were so much better with you in it. Love you to the moon and back 💞💞💞💞Ellen Marie Clausen-Simon
Petoskey, MI Thursday, July 7, 2022 In support of the family of a beautiful soul I never met.The journey never ends until we are home. Please leave the light on for me Virginia.
Cecil Neal
Los Gatos, CA Wednesday, July 6, 2022 Rest in peace Virginia. God Bless YouBruce Christensen
Lincoln, NE Wednesday, July 6, 2022 Virginia has been a friend and classmate since our early days at Grant Elementary school. She helped organize a number of class reunions throughout the years.God bless you my friend and our thoughts and prayers for your family.
Caroline A Hargrove (Christensen)
West Point, NE Tuesday, July 5, 2022 So sorry to hear of your loss. Was a classmate of 1964.May the Lord wrap His loving arms around family and friends and give you His peace.
Bob & Eileen Thornburg
Fremont, NE Tuesday, July 5, 2022 Dear Virginia’s family,I knew Virginia since grade school. I appreciate her efforts in organizing class reunions. She loved FHS.
Our sincerest sympathy,
Bob & Eileen Thornburg
Cheryl Hutchinson/Mueller
Fremont, NE Tuesday, July 5, 2022 Prayers of peace for your family, Virginia. You will be missed by the Class of '64, also. We are all grateful for your work keeping us updated on our classmates. May your spirit be with the Lord, my friend.