Virginia "Ginny" Joan (Nussberger) Thompson

Virginia Joan Thompson was a warm hearted and well liked individual, someone who was always making certain that those around her had whatever they needed. Virginia was a talkative person who was tactful at all times but typically said what she meant.

      Virginia was born at Balboa Naval Hospital in San Diego, California. She was the daughter of Noble and Rosella (Nee Fjeld) Nussberger. Virginia was raised in North Dakota and San Diego County. During her childhood she learned to be reliable and respectful. Virginia found it easy to show sympathy and to perform kind acts for others. These admirable qualities would become a part of Virginia's personality throughout her life.

      Virginia was raised with 4 siblings. She had 3 brothers Billy, John, and Joe and one sister, Melody, who passed away as an infant. Virginia and her siblings had the typical rivalries while growing up, but they cared deeply for one another.

      Virginia graduated from Hilltop Highschool in 1965. She earned her Cosmetologist Diploma from Chula Vista Beauty College in 1978.

      There was one thing that all of Virginia's friends knew and will still remember, and that is that she was a talker. She could pretty much talk to anybody about anything. Virginia was also dependable, loyal and trustworthy. While she maintained personal standards and her own personal values, Virginia was very accepting of others. When Virginia made friends, she made true and lasting friendships, such as with Brenda Brown.

      Virginia was a faithful and loving person. Some would even call her sentimental. Her kindness and consideration radiated an aura of warmth to those around her. On April 10, 1968 Virginia married Fuller C. Thompson at St. Mark's Lutheran Church of Chula Vista, California.

      Virginia was blessed with three children - two daughters, Diana and Paula, and one son, Zed. She was also blessed with three grandchildren - Meagen, Joshua and Dusty - and six great grandchildren - Haley, Kaden, Kallie, Hannah, Skye, and Adelyn.

      Taking her work seriously came naturally to Virginia, and she expected the same from those around her. Virginia was a good team player, someone who was born to cooperate with others. She was what some would call a “people person” and it was demonstrated in her good communication skills. Virginia was a steady worker, one who was realistic about schedules. The kind of details that would give family members and work colleagues fits were situations that Virginia handled well. She could understand the details without getting lost in the broad “big picture.” She was employed as a beautician and later became an electronic assembler. Her primary occupation was electronic assembler. She brought harmony to her work environment, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done, while always maintaining respect for her colleagues.

     Virginia enjoyed watching and discussing movies with others. Especially movies from Hollywood's Golden Era. Her favorite thing was to spend time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Virginia rarely tired of going back and revisiting her favorite places, Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm.  Virginia was a lover of animals and cherished her pets. One of her favorites was Kiddins, her tortoise shell cat.

      Virginia passed away at her home on May 14, 2023 in El Cajon, California from natural causes. She is survived by her children, Diana, Zed and Paula; her brothers Billy and John, and 3 grandchildren and 6 greatgrandchildren. Services were held at a family residence.

      Virginia was a fantastic conversationalist who could engage just about anyone in a discussion. And whenever she said something, she meant it. Virginia was a down to earth person, outgoing and gregarious. Everyone whose life she touched will miss Virginia Joan Thompson.