Virginia “Ginny” Goodrich, 80, of St Petersburg, FL, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2012 at the Bon Secours Maria Manor following a long illness.
Virginia was born in Manchester, CT, on June 5, 1932 to John and Lena (Williams) Carman. She traveled all over the United States and Japan with her husband while he was in the Navy. They settled in Sanford, ME when he retired in 1968, then relocated to Florida in 1995.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Elmer “Sonny” Goodrich; Daughter, Sheila and spouse Ernie; Grandsons Chris and spouse Emily, and Travis; Granddaughters Kayla and Molly, as well as three Great Grandchildren; sisters Amelia McCreary and Valaria Bayles; and several nieces and nephews. She is pre-deceased by her sister, Sharon Kotowski.
“Ginny” enjoyed card games, especially cribbage and many dice games. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandson and great grandchildren. She leaves behind cherished memories in the hearts of all who knew her.
Donations may be made in memory of Virginia Goodrich to the American Cancer Society.
Please sign the guestbook below.
I miss you my Love!
My beautiful Mom. My heart is aching with missing you. I love you! ?
Mom, I miss you do very much but I know that you are watching over us. Love you always. Beth
Grammy. I miss you so much. But I know you are looking down on me. Probably playing cribbage and telling me to stop that crying. I love you very much.
Aunt Gin,
Your hand in mine as a little girl, to sharing silly times as a grown up girl – I will cherish the memories for always.
Will never, ever forget our games of Zilch!
Love from your great nephew and Mom and Dad
You will be missed
Our hearts go out to your family
GOD BLESSED US WITH A LOVE, AS SISTERS , THAT LASTS A LIFETIME AND BEYOND.
MEMORIES NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN.
VAL AND ED
I will never forget Ginny when we lived on Boothby Ave. Sanford Me, We had good times especially with our little rugrats Jamie and Shiela, May you rest in piece my friend and watch over your loved ones. YOU Suffer no more!
I will miss her very much I was so happy to see her dance with. Chris at his wedding.. She will be in angle for chris & emily baby. I am glad I got to no her I love the whole family.
Mom my heart is missing you but I know your in a better place and their is no more pain. Love you mom!
Our love and prayers to both of you. It is sad to lose a part of your family.
Our deepest sympathy,
Leo and Judy
my thoughts are with you and your dad .i know you feel.it seems like yesterday when you still lived in sanford.she will be greatly missed.hugs and kisses to you both.
I will always remember you for your kindness and love you had for everyone! We shared many fun, interesting moments at your home. Rest in Peace Ginny & may your family have comfort & Strength to heal.
Peace, Elizabeth
I will always be greatful to Ginny and Sonny for the many times they watched my Dusty and Duffy and my house. She was the most generous and kind person to know. She will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Our prayers go out to your whole family at this time. Just remember she will always be with you, now and always.
You helped me get through all my service years with your warmth and humor. Then later you helped with you understanding and acceptance. I can’t really imagine the hole left by your departure but hope all the love you gave everyone can fill a small part. You stay in my heart with that special smile you had.
What an interesting life she had and leaves behind many loving family members and friends. Sending comforting thoughts to all, especially Sheila and her Dad.
Sheila, I never had the pleasure of meeting your mom and dad but she certainly sounds like a lovely person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your dad. I miss you & Ernie and I know he will be there to hold and comfort you through this difficult time. Hugs to you my sister in law. Love, Nancy Mills
Hi Shielia,
Im sorry for your loss of your mother.
Hi Sonny,
We re sorry for your loss of your wife,
You re all in our thought and prayers and love always , from Aunt Carol and John Kingsbury
SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS GOODY. I HAVE NOTHING BUT FOND MEMORIES OF GINNY FROM OUR DAYS IN NORFOLK. YOU BOTH TREATED THIS BOOT LIKE FAMILY.
Although I didn’t know Mrs. Goodrich very well, I do know and cherish the friendship with her kind and very caring daughter, Sheila and her wonderful son-in-law, Ernie! My thoughts and many prayers are with Sheila, Ernie, Mr. Goodrich and the entire family during this very sorrowful time. Mrs. Goodrich is no longer suffering, is now at peace and in my heart, I know she will always be looking down on everyone she loved! Remember and cherish all the wonderful memories!
We are so sorry for your loss and pray for strength and healing to wash over you during this time. Will always have fond memories of Aunt Ginny from my childhood, giving you heck about calling me nuisance. Love you both, Susan
My Sweet Gentle Mom, today I send you red roses as you wanted. My heart is heavy and my eyes fill with tears. Not for you, for you are no longer in pain. These are for me, for I am missing you so very much. ALL MY LOVE MOMMA. YOUR LOVING DAUGHTER! Sheila Marie
To our beloved Grandmother you will be missed so dearly. Everyday you will be in our thoughts and prayers. We know you are watching over us and keeping us safe.
Love and Miss you very much.
Aunt Ginny: You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. You and Uncle Sonny gave me the greatest gift of being a Godfather to the best Godchild, I will be forever great full. Rest in peace. Love, Claude
Aunt Ginny: Time with you was always to short, thanks for always being there you were also the best babysitter we could of asked for. Shelia and Uncle Sonny always remember the good times because there was lots. I know she is now at peace watching over us. Love always the Carroll family.
DEAR SONNY,SHEILA,AND FAMILY,SINCERE SYMPATHY ON THE LOST OF YOUR BELOVED ’GINNY’ PRAYERS AND THOUGHT ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. I WILL SEND A ’RED ROSE’ON RHE WATER IN ’GINNY’ MEMORY MAY SHE REST IN PEACE IN HER NEW HEAVENLY HOME.TAKE CARE,LOVE ROSE,TIM,HOLLY,JAY XOXOXO
DEAR SONNY,SHEILA,AND FAMILY,SINCERE SYMPATHY ON THE LOST OF YOUR BELOVED ’GINNY’ PRAYERS AND THOUGHT ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. I WILL SEND A ’RED ROSE’ON RHE WATER IN ’GINNY’ MEMORY MAY SHE REST IN PEACE IN HER NEW HEAVENLY HOME.TAKE CARE,LOVE ROSE,TIM,HOLLY,JAY XOXOXO
Aunt Ginny, thanks for hanging in there so that your long-lost nephews (me and Scott) could see you one last time. I know you could hear Uncle Sonny and I recalling the great times we all had; like us spending the summer with you in Long Beach, CA 50 years ago, summer trips to Norfolk and Sanford. Your were the aunt who wanted to have fun with us, sometimes to your sister Val’’s dismay. I know you’ll keep them smiling in Heaven.
Love, ’Eddie’ and Evelyn Bayles
Dear Sis just wanted to say thank you, you were always there for me. All the time you stood by me when I was sick and was always the first one to help me and be with my kids to watch over them for me. I will truly miss you and just wanted to say your the best and now I know your looking down on us and our finally at peace. Thanks for being the best sister!!!!!
TO MY SPECIAL SISTER,
YOU MAY BE SURROUNDED BY LOVE AND PEACE.
WITH ALL MY HEART AND SOUL. I”VE ALWAYS LOVED
YOU AND ALWAYS WILL. NOW AND FOREVER.
WITH LOVE,
SISTER AMELIA
My Beatiful Mom, It’s been a week today since you became an angel. I miss you so much. Love you Momma!
Kamminga & Roodvoets would like to express our sincere condolences at the loss of your beloved family member. Memories of the times you’ve shared will keep her with you until you are together once again. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
DEAR UNCLE SONNY, SHEILA, AND FAMILY… OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS VERY SAD TIME. WE KNOW WORDS CAN NOT EASE THE PAIN AND SADNESS, BUT ALWAYS KNOW THAT WE CARE. LOVE TOO YOU ALL, FROM ALL OF US
DEAR UNCLE SONNY, SHEILA, AND FAMILY… OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS VERY SAD TIME. WE KNOW WORDS CAN NOT EASE THE PAIN AND SADNESS, BUT ALWAYS KNOW THAT WE CARE. LOVE TOO YOU ALL, FROM ALL OF US
Trust in God to give you the strength to endure the times ahead as you miss your loved one. Find comfort in the special memories you have made throughout your lives together.
We will pray for the family and friends that Mrs. Goodrich left behind. God bless you all.
Hi Mom, the last 2 days have been so hard. I miss you so much. I love you!