Date of Interment:
August 13, 2020
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Virginia W. Rogers, age 91, of Sebastian, Florida, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loving family on August 9, 2020.
Virginia was born and raised in Fort Pierce, Florida and lived in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for over 25 years. Virginia started her 40 plus year career with Southern Bell as an operator at age 16 and worked her way up through the company’s ranks until her retirement. She was a hard worker and faced life with a stubborn determination, providing a strong role model for her daughter, granddaughters, and even great-granddaughter.
Virginia loved Florida and had no desire to live anywhere else. She retired to Sebastian, Florida in 1995, where she cultivated a jungle-like backyard overflowing with plants, palm trees, and enchanting lawn ornaments. She enjoyed garage sales and shopping, but found more joy in sending the treasures to friends and family. She hosted many a family gathering, where her famous potato salad and coleslaw recipes were particular favorites.
Virginia is survived by her son, John Thomas Gideon and his wife Anne Gideon; daughter, Theresa Gideon Cousens; grandchildren, Joshua Erik Gideon and his wife Emily Gideon, Jacob Matthew Gideon and his wife Sarah Gideon, Virginia Clara Cousens, and Brandon Paul Cousens; granddaughter-in-law Meg Miller; great-grandchildren, John-Thomas Theodore Gideon and his wife Rachel Gideon, Stewart Cronin Gideon, Emmett Dupree Gideon, Elise Cathron Gideon, Gage Matthew Gideon, and Cole Matthew Gideon; and her grand-dog Charlie Brown.
She is predeceased in death by her mother, Rhoda Vickers Wright; sister, Lillian Marie Wright; and granddaughter, Stefani Denise Gideon.
A Graveside Service will be held at Winter Beach Cemetery, Vero Beach, FL on Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 9 a.m.
Virginia was very loved and will be dearly missed.
Funeral arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Tina Brown - Sister-In-Law
August 11, 2020, 7:16 pm
Theresa, Ginny and Brandon….We are so sorry for your loss of “Mimi”….. she seemed to have lived a good long live and enjoyed you all dearly. Remember the good times. Know that we are all thinking of you at this difficult time. Take Care, Tina, Paul, Stephanie and Jessica
joan cousens - Mother In-Law
August 11, 2020, 11:46 pm
joan cousens-mother-in-law Theresa Ginny and Brandon so sorry for your loss Mel an I are thinking of you. Love to all of you Mel and Joan
Stanley Gideon - Nephew
August 12, 2020, 10:13 pm
From: Stanley and Sherri Gideon nephew and wife. So sorry John T and Theresa for your loss. My favorite memory of your mom was her great smile and her wonderful laugh. We love all of you, may God give you peace and comfort through this time.
Susan Jones - Family
August 12, 2020, 11:29 pm
So sorry for your loss. It has been a privilege and pleasure to be a part of your family. Thank you beautiful lady. You will be missed. God bless you and your family. Sincerely ,Susan Jones