Virginia Peters

Virginia was the first smile anyone saw in our architecture office in Baltimore, she knew everyone's name, she recognized most everyone who called by their voice. In a time when we are all so easily distracted by so much going on and with so much going on around her at our front desk, she had an amazing ability to be present - deeply engaged in conversation when you spoke with her and focused on you as a person. We too shared an upbringing in Ohio and she proudly wore her Ohio/Cleveland shirts when my wife Sue and I would have lunch with her after she retired. She was a very kind soul, and often went well out of her way to recognize others efforts - a handwritten note for doing something well, an act of kindness or a note of sympathy were a trademark of hers, that made others feel special. We will always remember her as a shining example of accepting others as they are, appreciating deeds, large and small and the importance of being a good listener and able to share the joy of a good story.

I worked with Virginia in Wilhelmsen Lines (USA) Inc, Baltimore MD from 1991 untill 1999. She was the most trustworthy, loving and wonderful person. After the company left Baltimore, we stayed in touch and we met several times when I traveled through Maryland on vacations. My wife Torunn and I really enjoied those "reunion dinners" with Virginia, Eric, Jill , Isaac and Florence. We will miss her allways.
Our deepest condolence to her family and friends.
God Bless you all.

I am so sorry to learn of Virginia's passing and will miss her sweet smile. On occasion I gave her a ride home. She was so appreciative. Sometimes leaving events early to catch the bus home and it was not at all out of my way. She will sorely be missed at Renaissance.. Jeanette Gaede

I have known Ginger for more than 60 plus years. I feel truly blessed to have such a good friend. She was the most loving ,generous and kindest person I ever met. She truly embodied the meaning of being present, being kind, being optimistic and living life to its fullest.
May those who love her find comfort in warm memories of the beautiful life that has passed. May you find peace in the assurance that an even more beautiful life has begun for Ginger.
My deepest sympathy to all who loved her.

Virginia was the only person at Renaissance with whom I could discuss the old Cleveland Browns!! We were both Ohio girls many many years ago. Virginia truly was one of the sweetest folks I met at Renaissance Institute. Kind, unassuming, with genuine warmth. I shall miss her smile.

I knew Virginia through Renaissance Institute and I am happy I had the pleasure of knowing her. She was so positive, thoughtful and friendly. I will miss her. My condolences to Virginia's family and friends.

I met Ginny at Renaissance Institute and she was such a charming, self-effacing lovely person. She attended so many events and was just a joy to know. We will miss her!

Virginia was a long-time member of Renaissance Institute and she was always so kind, sweet and funny. She brought a ray of sunshine into the office with her. As Program Coordinator I was lucky to get to know Virginia on a personal level and I will miss her sorely. My condolences go out to Virginia's Family and Friends at this most difficult time.

Virginia was my neighbor for four years when I lived in Baltimore. She was so incredibly kind and caring. Virginia started inviting me to the outdoor courtyard behind our apartment building to eat our lunch outside & I got to learn so much about her life. She felt like a kindred spirit; my brother went to Fordham, I also grew up in Ohio, and we both loved the water. She liked to hear about the sailing I did in the Baltimore harbor. The thing that genuinely will stay with me about Virginia is how caring she was. Virginia was definitely wary of dogs and she once said to me "I don´t like dogs, but I like Ava." The day after my dog Ava passed, Virginia invited me to an orioles game. When I explained on the phone why I couldn´t go, I could tell by her response that she was genuinely devastated for me. She later gave me a card meant specifically for the loss of a dog and it was one of the most touching gestures I´ve ever received. Virginia didn´t have a car and shopped at the same local grocery store. I knew that card probably took her time to find. Whenever I felt alone in my grief I looked at that card and it brought me comfort knowing Virginia cared and that people cared. I hope her family in their time of grief know that so many people care. Virginia had such an amazing impact and I was lucky to know her. She created such a sense of community in our apartment building that wouldn´t have existed without her. I remember telling my boyfriend once my uhaul was packed with all my stuff that I would miss having such a kind neighbor and friend. I hope to pay forward the kindness she showed me. Virginia is a testament to how small acts of kindness have a big impact.