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Virgilia Brinkley Obituary

Virgilia Bosworth (Ginny) Brinkley, 79, of Louisville, Ky., wife of Richard I. (Dick) Brinkley, passed away on Saturday, November 28, 2009, at Oaklawn Nursing Home after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was born in Suffolk, Va., raised in Roanoke, Va., and attended Madison College and Mary Washington College. An avid golfer for years at Owl Creek Country Club, she was active in both the ladies Fall City and district events. She was also an active bridge player and active in church work, serving as Circle Leader twice. She is survived by her husband, Dick, of 58 years; and by daughters, Catherine Guerra (Edward), Susan McCauley (Dan) and Sally Barton (Lee). A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 1, 2009, at Anchorage Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be held from 10 to 10:45 a.m. before the service. A memorial contribution may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. The family extends its sincere thanks and best wishes to the wonderful nurses and caregivers at Oaklawn Nursing Home.
Published by Roanoke Times on Dec. 1, 2009.

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Max and Doris Baldwin

December 2, 2009

We extend our deepest sympathy to the Brinkley family in the death of your dear wife, mother and mother-in-law. We trust your faith in God, good memories, knowing that you so lovingly cared for your loved one and the love and support of each other and friends will be sources of comfort as you grieve. We remember fondly our times as neighbors in Glen Forest when our children were young. Ann, Susan and Sally spent many happy hours together.
Blessings,

Jo Haas

December 2, 2009

Mr. Brinkley,

So sorry to hear of Ginny's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your famiy.

Jo and Stewart Haas

Rhonda & Art Moore

December 2, 2009

Dick, Girls,
So sorry to hear of your loss. We know the difficult all to well but know that she rest in a far better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

December 2, 2009

Sally and Family

I was so sad to learn of your mother's passing. Ginny was such a neat lady and so much fun to be around. Though I had not seen her in a long time, I have wonderful memories of a great lady. You woill be in my prayers.

Gail Fesser, Roswell, Ga.

Flora & Phil Davis

December 1, 2009

We were so saddened to learn of Ginny's death. We always sat in the same pew with Ginny and Dick at Peachtree Presbyterian and it was with great joy that we discovered we were all transplanted Virginians. Also, shared the bond of having a daughter living in Louisville. We used to talk of our visits to Louisville and Ginny always especially loved going up for Derby. She was a lovely lady with a wonderful smile. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, Dick and your wonderful family.

Renee Riddle

November 30, 2009

I loved taking care of Mrs. Brinkley-what a joy she was!

Bobby & Leslie Ware

November 30, 2009

Susan, Sally, Cathy and Daddy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we remember the great times we always had with Momma. Her love of life will be her legacy. We love you and wish we could be with you during this time of sadness.

Cherise (John 11:25)

November 30, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

November 29, 2009

One of the best times of the year was The Kentucky Derby/Oaks that Moma loved. She had the time of her life at the track and I have many happy memories of the times we spent at CHurchill Downs. I'll miss her not being there with us, but she will always be with me in my heart. Love, Catherine B. Guerra

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