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Virginia Treu Urckfitz

Virginia Urckfitz Obituary

URCKFITZ, Virginia Treu
Of Penfield
An angel on earth was called back to the Lord on October 28, 2007. Predeceased by her father-in-law, Arthur W. Urckfitz. Virginia is survived by her husband of 29 years, Douglas; her children, Melissa, Andrew, and Emily; parents, Harold and Teresa Treu of Elmira, NY; brother, Perry Treu; sister, Judith Treu; mother-in-law, Margaret Urckfitz; brothers-in-law, Tucker Urckfitz, James (Sharon) Urckfitz; sister-in-law, Sandra (Thomas) Masterton; nieces and nephews, Kathryn, Timothy, Christopher, Patrick, Kimberly, Cierra, Sean, Brendan, Josh, and Logan; other family and friends. Ginny was a teacher for 30 years, the last 17 of which she was a first grade teacher at Indian Landing Elementary School. Friends may call at Jennings, Nulton and Mattle Funeral Home, 1704 Penfield Rd., Tuesday, 4-8 p.m. Virginia's Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, 43 Gebhardt Rd., Penfield. Interment, St. Joseph's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider the Lipson Cancer Center or Shepherd Home.

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Published by Star-Gazette on Oct. 30, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Virginia Urckfitz

20 Entries

Dawn Schafer

November 3, 2007

Mrs. Urckfitz taught my daughter Zoey, 6 years ago. We recently ran into her at Wegmans in Penfield and I was absolutely amazed that she spotted my daughter right away remembered who she was immediately without hesitation. She is very special and I know she loved all her students! They were her passion and she treasured everyone of them! We are blessed to have known Ginny and to have had her in our presence and now blessed to know she is an angel looking upon us. Her family and friends will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Donna McGrain

October 31, 2007

My love to all of you. I have been blessed to call Ginny a friend for 35 years and know that Heaven is little brighter now that Ginny is there. She has always been an inspiration to me and all who have had the honor of knowing and loving her. The memorries of Ginny helping me plan my wedding and helping me while awaiting the birth of my first daughter will always be among my fondest memorries. My heart is broken, but my spirit soars with the knowledge that she no longer is suffering and she is shining down on all of us who love her.

Julie, Mike, Diane, Tom Schwan

October 31, 2007

Our family was blessed by the wonderful teacher and human being. She taught both of our children in 1st grade (Diane is 22, Tom is 17). She made every child (and every person) feel special. There was never any doubt that "teaching" was her calling. Whenever I saw her at Wegmans - her 1st words were - how are Di and Tommy. The world was a much better place because of her.

Gail, Bobby and Cori Smith

October 31, 2007

My daughter, Cori, is a senior this year but she went back to Indian Landing often to visit with Mrs. Urckfitz. Ginny always had a big hug and smile for her. She did make all of our children feel they were special. I have so much fondness and respect for her...

Kate Kremer

October 30, 2007

My daughter, Tess, was in Ginny’s class three years ago and I worked weekly in the classroom as a parent helper. Time in that class was a real treasure. Ginny demanded respect for herself and every student. She taught those kids so much more than reading and math. I watched the self respect of each child grow. I watched the kids learn how to be tolerant of differences… and there were many. Her classroom was a place children felt safe and important. And then there was music. On the last day of school I watched as the children gathered around the piano and sang each of the songs she taught them. It was a sacred special time. I had tears in my eyes as I heard their voices clear and strong - filled with joy and pride. I never saw Ginny have a bad day. The children motivated her. It was clear that Ginny was a woman who had found her calling. When I think of all the children across the years who have been blessed with having her as a teacher I realize that she has indeed left a legacy that has made and will continue to make the world a better place. And I am certain that as her students work their hardest at the tasks before them and make tolerant and kind choices in life – their very special Mrs. Urckfitz will be smiling down upon them. God bless you Ginny. Thank you for all you have given to our children.

Marie Krystof

October 30, 2007

My Cousin Ginny and I had such fun together. I remember when I was pregnant with my son, Ginny and I were at the mall, she kept asking me every few minutes if I was ok, Ginny was concerned that my water might break.. I told Ginny I wasn't due for a couple of weeks, but she persisted and said what if your water breaks, I said well go get the car.. but don't forget to come back for me.. Ginny was a wonderful cousin, friend and was always there for you... We'll miss you Ginny...

Andrea Caruso

October 30, 2007

Hannah is in her first year of college and this is truly the result of the brilliant and amazingly attentive care of God's sweetest tool in teaching His young, Ginny! She changed Hannah's life and she even found time to e-mail her recently at school to encourage and even guide her still. We are BLESSED to have been touched by this true angel, will miss her so much, and look ahead to the time we will see her preciously smiling face again, when we are all with Him, without pain and loss...until then, know our prayers are with all of you, the family that got to be with her the most!
Andrea Caruso, ( and Hannah )

Camille Accorso

October 29, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. We have been fortunate to have been blessed by this wonderful person. I feel my daughter's experience in Mrs. Urkfitz's first grade classroom set the tone for her current success as a student. When we think of Mrs. Urkfitz we think of music.
The Accorso Family

Kelley and Jim Tripp

October 29, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Our son, Garrett, was blessed to have Mrs. Urckfitz last year and spoke so highly of her. Her kind words, loving teacher qualities and fond life lessons will be treasured in our hearts forever.

Heather Hebbs

October 29, 2007

I am very sorry to hear about your lose. My grandmother (Ruby Hebbs) always talked about your family and how wonderful everyone was to her.

Margot Weilacher

October 29, 2007

To the Urckfitz family, My Son and daughter both had Mrs Urckfitz and they loved her so much. My mother passed 2 months ago from the same kind of Cancer Mrs Urckfitz had. I know the pain and suffering your family has just been through, but know she is in a great place because she was truly the sweetest and kindest person I have ever known. Our thoughts are with you. The Weilacher Family

Dianne Hendrickson

October 29, 2007

To All of You, we extend our deepest sorrow, you have and will remain in our prayers each and every day. We love you all!

Sharon Goodenow

October 29, 2007

I can't tell you how much it pains me to not be there with you at this time. You know how much I loved Ginny and would do anything for her. Please know that my prayers are with you all.

Michelle Woods

October 29, 2007

My Daughter Jessica was in her first grade class last year and she said Mrs. Urckfitz was her favorite teacher she loved her so much and she was so sad to learn she was in heaven with God, but then she said God and this doggie she knew that died will be SO very happy that she is up there with them....we think she was the sweetest gentlest yet strongest lady we knew and she will be so missed. Our prayers and sympathies are with you and your family.
Michelle Woods

Jeannine Moran

October 29, 2007

Ginny was our son's teacher last year as well. She was so loved by all of us. Her smile is what we will remember most. She was the kind of teacher you always want your kids to have! Our prayers are with her children, husband, and all of her family. We feel blessed that she touched our lives.

Beverly Ford Lindsay

October 29, 2007

I was saddened to hear of Ginny's passing. I have known the entire family for over 40 years and am very fond of them all. I know this is a difficult time for both the Urckfitz and Treu families, but I know their tight family tie will help them through this time of sorrow. Ginny has gone home to her final, illness-free, resting place. My thoughts are with you all at this time.

Ray and Dolly Kesel

October 29, 2007

Our prayers are with you Doug and your family. Your loss is our loss also.

Ellen Shady Trybulski

October 29, 2007

Ginny was my son Daniel's first grade teacher last year. She was wonderfully warm and kind, and he loved her. I admired her greatly for her strength and her dedication to the kids, even during such a difficult personal time. Her family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Paula,Tina, Tony, Marty Vullo

October 29, 2007

We send our love and prayers to all of the Urckfitz and Treu families. Our thoughts are with Doug, Melissa, Andy and Emily at this difficult time and know your love and memories of Ginny and the love of your family will sustain you. Ginny is an angel in heaven as she has been on earth.

Cindy LaForce

October 29, 2007

I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Not only did I work with Ginny's father in law, Art, but my children also attended Indian Landing.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

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