SCHMUHL

Virginia "Ginny"

Virginia Mae (Byers) Schmuhl, age 85, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 19, 2015, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Ginny, as she was affectionately known, was born May 31, 1929, in Martin, Ohio. The only child of Fred and Albirna Byers, she graduated from Genoa High School in 1947. After graduation, she worked at AP Parts and Lasalle's in downtown Toledo, taking the train ride in for 25 cents each day. In later years, she participated in her husband's business working as a bookkeeper.

In 1948 she met her love, Joe, and they were married in 1951 at OLPH Chapel. The two were blessed with four children. Ginny and Joe were avid boaters, belonging to both Toledo Sailing Club and Maumee River Yacht Club for over 40 years. Her many trips aboard the Jo-Gin and years spent wintering in Florida were memorable for her. Ginny loved riding her scooter and going to Key West. She enjoyed working her crossword puzzle books and always had her bingo chips ready to go! As a wife and mother, she cooked and loved to bake. Her homemade noodles, cinnamon rolls and Halloween popcorn balls were some of her kid's favorites.

After 62 years of marriage, her love Joe passed away. Father Greg came to visit in her final days and asked what she was going to do when she sees her husband in Heaven. She replied, "give him a BIG kiss." Mom said she had a wonderful life and wonderful children.

Ginny was preceded in death by her husband, Joe and her parents, Fred and Albirna. She is survived by her children, Susan Schmuhl, Michael (Leslie) Schmuhl, Patty (Jimmy) Layton, Linda (Troy) Whitzel and grandchildren, Eric (Anna) Layton, Kelli Layton and Gabrielle Whitzel.

Visitation will be on Sunday, March 22, from 2 until 7 p.m. at Walter Funeral Home, 4653 Glendale Ave., in Toledo with private burial at Highland Memory Gardens. The family asks that those planning an expression of sympathy to please consider Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Online condolences may be offered to the family at:

walterfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Blade on Mar. 21, 2015.

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March 23, 2015

Sue, Michael, Patty, Linda and family. I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. And it seems Ginny had a life to celebrate. I have fond memories of the Jo-Gin and 24' Lyman days. Sending my thoughts, prayers and blessings your way. Big hugs Jennie Doriot Dulac

March 22, 2015

Hi Schmuhls, my heart hurts for all of you, but the memories of the luv your mom has for Joe and all of you is wonderful!! Prayers, hugs, for all, Neen

March 22, 2015

Sue, I am very sorry to hear you lost your Mom, know that she is in a much better place. Please accept my sincerest sympathy. May you find piece the the many happy memories your Mom has left you.
God Bless

Paul and Denise Szkatulski

March 22, 2015

You have our deepest sympathy and our prayers are with the Schmuhl family

Dolores Almester

March 21, 2015

So sorry for your loss, have many memories of our boating days

March 21, 2015

Mike I am sorry to hear about your mother , my prayers are with you and the family. Gary Ryan Pinellas Park Florida

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