Virginia Schlotterbeck
August 24, 2013
Virginia Schlotterbeck, 89, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2013, at UnityPoint Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines, Iowa, surrounded by her family.
Services for Virginia will be held Wednesday, 12 noon, on August 28, 2013, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, with burial following at Resthaven Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 27, 2013, at the funeral home from 6 to 8 pm.
Virginia was born November 15, 1923, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Lloyd and Gladys Harris. She married Bill Schlotterbeck, the love of her life, on August 29, 1941, celebrating 71 years of marriage which followed a long courtship that started in junior high school.
She was a bookkeeper for Bill’s Super Valu for several years and later became a homemaker. Her hobbies included shopping, reading, and playing the slots, but ultimately Virginia devoted her life to raising her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, rarely missing any activities they were involved in.
Virginia leaves behind to cherish her memory; husband, Bill; sister, Pat (Bill) Erickson; daughter, Bonnie (Terry) Gilchrist; son, Paul (Patty); daughter-in-law, Lynda; four grandchildren, Jeff (Carrie) Gilchrist, Jennie Gilchrist, Jodie (Donovan) Schlotterbeck, and Tracie (Dan) Johnston; and six great-grandchildren, Jaren, Caitlin, Macie, Lina, Nathan, and Hunter; as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Virginia was preceded in death by her parents; her children, Billy, Peggy, and Jeffrey; and granddaughter, Jessica Schlotterbeck.
The family would like to thank the UnityPoint Hospice Team for their exceptional care during Virginia’s final months.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jerry and Marilynn Wadden
09/04/2013
We have wonderful memories of Virginia as a kind neighbor and friend. She did a whole lot of things right because her whole family rallied and wanted to be part of her support these last months when she needed you. What a beautiful family. You can all be proud of your support for Virginia.
karl and sherri mclain
08/28/2013
We will miss Virginia so much. she has been a dear neighbor and friend to us and our girls for 21 years. We were all so lucky to have known her-a really beautiful lady.
Chuck and Karen Miller
08/26/2013
Bonnie: We were saddened to read of your mother's passing in the paper today. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and may the memories of her bring you comfort and peace.
Joni Schnoes
08/26/2013
Bonnie (& family): You are in my prayers. May you feel the love and comfort from your friends as you grieve the death of your mom. God is beside you every step of this journey. Let him carry you.
Love,
Joni Schnoes
Sr Vikki
08/26/2013
Bonnie, you know you are surrounded in love and care. Know that your Mom is celebrating her new life but continues to walk beside you especially these next days. ove you so much!
SV
Sam Graham
08/26/2013
Bill: I saw Virginia's notice in the paper. I wanted to let you know I am thinking of you. May the support of your friends and family make this time easier for you. You clearly hit your hole in one with this relationship.
Chris Garland Matchinsky
08/26/2013
I remember Mrs Schlotterbeck when she would come to CF Clinic appointments with Jessica as a very kind caring woman. Hugs to all of you.
Lynette Van Note
08/26/2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless You.
Cheryl Hamilton
08/24/2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family... Thank you for the privilege of caring for Virginia and making the "small world" connection!
Take Care