Virginia (nee Rhodes) Casey

Virginia was the loving Wife and best friend to Jim of 52 years. Loving Mother to Kristine Kraemer (Dennis) of Walkerton and Kimberly Doran (Michel) of Grimsby. Cherished ‘Mamie’ to her grandchildren Clara, Annette, Emily, Elliott and Alexander. Virginia will be dearly missed by her sister Suzanne Vanderlugt (Harry) of Toronto; her three brothers from Peterborough: Leith Rhodes (Rilla), Kim Rhodes (Mary), Craig Rhodes (Georgia); her sister-in-law Joy Casey; brother-in-law John Casey and her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Reg & Bea Rhodes of Peterborough; In-Laws Vern & Doris Casey of Toronto; and brother-in-law Mike Casey.

Virginia was born in Omemee and grew up in Peterborough. After finishing high school at Adam Scott Collegiate; she attended Atkinson School of Nursing at Toronto Western Hospital. It was during this time that she met & married Jim. Shortly there after, Virginia started nursing at the newly opened McMaster Hospital in Hamilton. The Casey Family’s love of sailing started in the early 1970’s. Jim, Virginia and the 2 girls would spend most summer weekends in Burlington Bay and family vacations across both shores of lake Ontario; during which they built strong friendships in the boating world, especially within their home club of Burlington Sailing & Boating Club. She was an avid volunteer with all 3 of the girls’ West Mountain Hamilton schools; Dofasco Skating Club; BS&BS; Wentworth West Zymologists; Royal Botanical Gardens; & Neighbour to Neighbour. Virginia practiced as a nurse for 40 years, going back to school late in her career for her BScN. She also had a successful 2year term as president of OPANA, her professional nursing association. Over her lifetime, Virginia developed a love of gardening; gourmet cooking; making pottery; floral & gift basket arrangements; travel; reading; visiting art galleries; and a love of Theatre. She was well known for her dry, witty humour; her compassion; being a kind and intent listener; a mentor; and a loyal friend. Virginia loved fiercely and she will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

The Family would like to extend a huge thank you to the Oncology Team on C3 at Juravinski Hospital. Especially, Dr Vanessa Carlson; Dr Melin Peng-Franklin; Dr Alida Pokoradi; all the Nurses & Supporting Staff, especially Jeff B, Pamela, Jeff L, Edith, Mary Ann, Krista, Alex, Annika, Keisha, Jen, Jess and Gayle.

Visitation will be held at Cresmount Funeral Home, 322 Fennell Avenue East, on Friday March 10, 2023 from 5:00-8:00pm. A Celebration of Life will be held for family and close friends on Saturday March 11, 2023.

In lieu of flowers, the Family would appreciate donations to be made to Neighbour to Neighbour Centre (N2N, food bank) or The Cancer Assistance Program (CAP).