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Born in Wisconsin Rapids, March 25, 1927, daughter of Frank and Frances (Mika) Arnold.
She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1945. Virginia married Oscar Alft June 14, 1947; he preceded her in death on February 22, 1994.
She is survived by her children Sharon Mras, Michael (Debra) Alft, Sandy (Earl) Rodock, Carla (Tom) Wirl, Gary (Jodi) Alft, Diane (Timothy) Klesmit, Kenneth (Lisa) Alft, Linda Leinweber, Mary (Kurt) Dorski, James (Ronda) Alft, 20 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren, 3 sisters-in-law, 1 brother-in-law, many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar, her parents, her brother Lawrence Arnold, son-in-law Rodney Leinweber and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
Virginia was a very dedicated mother who loved her family. She worked seasonally at cranberry marshes and green houses. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo, baking, and dancing.
She also enjoyed her Tuesdays at the senior center and her outings with her friends from Reeves Greenhouse!
A funeral Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, June 23, 2023, at SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church with visitation from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass 10:30 a.m. officiated by Father Joe Bathke. Burial will be held at Restlawn Cemetery.
John J. Buettgen Funeral Home is assisting the family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at HonorOne.com
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