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Virginia Talley Obituary
Beloved wife of Robert Talley entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, August 2, 2006. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Mary Lucille Gray and a brother Edward Gray, Jr. She leaves to celebrate her life her brothers, Calvin and Charles Gray and Gilbert Stewart; sisters, Gwendolyn Smith, Anne Ellis and Margaret Franklin; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law as well as nieces, nephews, a host of other relatives and friends. Her devotion to family can be attributed to her deep faith. She will be missed as deeply as loved. The family will receive friends at McKendree United Methodist Church, 2421 Lawrence Street, NE on Monday, August 7 from 6 to 9 p.m., and Tuesday, August 8 from 10 a.m. until funeral services at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven. Arrangements by SNOWDEN FUNERAL HOME.
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Memories and Condolences
for Virginia Talley
Janice Talley Morgan
August 15, 2007
Hattie-
I've just realize that this is the first year after Ginnie's death, and just wanted to let you know that I've been thinking about you, and family. I imagine that you're still missing Ginnie like crazy, and I know there are no words that I can express that will change that. But, just know she is watching over all of us and she is at peace with our Lord. All of us really miss Ginnie, especially at family reunions, church events and picnics. Just want you to know that you're in my prayers and thoughts. Stay strong and God Bless You and your family--
Margie (Hattie) Franklin
March 16, 2007
Hello...
It's me again, sitting here at my desk really having a "sad and lonely" day because I can't get Ginny off my mind. I miss her so very much, the pain goes deeper and deeper instead of getting better. I miss her flesh...we talked everyday, it's so hard not being able to talk with her, kiss her on the top of her forehead, or just kick back and chill out for awhile with her. I don't know if this is going to get any easier. My sister friend is gone home and I can't explain the emptiness her passing left in my heart. I know she is missed by many, but our bond was special and so deep. "Ginny Binny" I know you are watching over everyone. Blow me a kiss and wrap your arms around me so I know we still have that special connection. "I hold out my hand to meet yours Ginny, I need your strength to carry me through." You were my special Sis and I truly miss you from the bottom of my heart. Missing you Sis more than life itself...until we meet again. I'm still doing everything I promise you I would do for you. Remember I love you Sis.
Your baby Sis...
Hattie
Celso & Cristine Lopez
October 2, 2006
To our dear Friend: we know how much you loved and cared for Virginia. Please know that our hearts are heavy for your loss, but are comforted in knowing Virginia is at peace. You did more than was humanly possible and you did it all with love and without complaint. May you find comfort with friends, family and all those you love. Our prayers are with you.
Margaret (Hattie) Franklin
September 11, 2006
I keep looking for new messages to pop up in the guest book for Ginny. I know I have so much I need to say. Often I can't even find the words to describe my feelings. I know she was a special treasure that is surely missed by many. Sometimes I feel that she is right by my side and other times I just miss all the conversations we shared. My emotions feels like water running through my body...up and down everyday. I know that's to be expected. Really don't know if I will ever get over her not being here. I know she would want me to move on and I'm trying, some days are just harder than the others.
Everyone, please take time to share in your feelings about Ginny and let Boogie know you are there for him. I know he misses here deeply, I talked to him at least a couple of times a day. It's been hard for him but he's taking it a day at a time.
"Those we hold most dear never truly leave us...they live on in the kindnesses they showed, the comfort they shared and the love they brought into our lives".
Missing your Ginny more than life itself.
Great is your Faithfulness, O Lord. I have faith that You will give us the strength to carry on without our Ginny. Still searching everyday for a little peace of mind...Please God help me to find it.
I have extended the guest book for Ginny for another year until September 2007. We all might not talk often, but this is a place to go to share our feelings about one special lady.
Share this legacy guest book with others so they can become a part of our thoughts and prayers.
Hattie
August 23, 2006
"My GinnyBinny"
Missing you Ginny more than life itself. I pray the pain I feel will soon start to fade. Weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.
Thanks you God for the example of this Godly woman (Ginny) whom you have put in my life. Give me the strength to put into practice what I have learned from her.
I have to take losing you ONE HOUR AT A TIME...
Eric Turner
August 22, 2006
Boogie,
This is the paper I wanted to be read for Aunt Ginny because I couldn't be there today.
Aunt Ginny,
Thank you for my Aunt Ginny LORD for all her warm and loving ways. For every smile and tear we shared since my childhood days. Thank you for her heart of GOLD and the many ways she helped me grow. With faith and dreams and stars to reach and visions of my own. I often whisper THANK YOU LORD for giving me my Aunt Ginny to love. My thoughts and prayers are with you today. Hang in there Uncle Boogie, I will soon be home.
Troy Franklin
August 18, 2006
Uncle Boogey,
Where do I start Uncle Boogey? Talking about my lovely aunt in this manner is such a hard thing to do. I still cant believe she's gone. It was a long while ago but I remember all the time I spent with you guys when I was young. Mom and dads bowling night use to be great to me...I always knew I was coming over you guys house. There is so much to talk about when it comes to Aunt Ginny. I could never write everything here that's on my mind. I can honestly say that I hurt daily thinking about my wonderful aunt. She meant the world to me Uncle Boogey. I remember when Grandma passed. I was having a very ahrd time one day and I called my aunt. She made me feel so much better with her words. I swear I wish you were here now to give me those words once again. Being at work and trying to do this is much harder than I thought. Cant break down here at work but no I love you with all my heart aunt Ginny. Outside of my mom you were and are the closest thing I have to a mother. I cant wait to the day I get to see you and my brother again. I dream of that day all the time. I have more time here and some unfinished business but make sure you guys are waiting for me when I get there. Throw me one of the big cookouts. Like back in the day. I love you aunt Ginny and Uncle Boogey. Uncle Boogey you know how to reach me and I'll make sure I keep in touch with you. I'll write in here again one day...just having a hard time doing it now.
Makiel Talley
August 16, 2006
To Boogie & everyone:
Thank you all for sharing your special thoughts of my aunt Ginny. We will all miss her so very much. Ginny was everything to me and my children. I spent every Christmas with them until last year and had it not been for them, we probably would not have had any "real" Christmases. Ginny was more than an aunt to me. She was my mother in so many ways. We are truly blessed to have had her in our lives. The joys and sorrows that she shared (and the ones she hid) are my joys and sorrows too. Her spirit, drive, dedication, victories, and determination will be with me forever. I hope to make you both proud in everything I do.
Ginny:
Maya Angelou wrote a poem that reminded me of you: she called herself a Phenomenal Woman. You were my Phenomenal Ginny.
How could one woman mean so much to so many? Truly what we knew you to be -- Phenomenal.
You loved with all of yourself and never lost any of yourself Phenomenal.
You taught so well and still continued to learn. You found more and more of your heart to give to every new baby, each new friend, every endeavor, and all of the problems you had to solve. Phenomenal.
How did you remain strong when the odds were against you? Only watching your suffering was too hard for us to bear. Phenomenal.
How did you understand everything we went through even if you never had to? How did you accept such pain and still listen to the rest of us complain? Phenomenal.
How is it you kept your peace when you needed to but let us have it when you wanted to (and still managed to have no enemies!)? Phenomenal.
We've all asked why this happened in this way to you. Why God allowed what you had to endure. The answer may not yet be clear, but just look at the love and the lessons we all have known simply because you were here. Phenomenal.
Try not to worry about us. You've taught us well. We'll all be able to carry forward Ginny's Phenomenal Lessons of Life:
Eat good. Enjoy life and celebrate everything. Make the meals you watch on the cooking shows. Go to great restaurants. And share your own good food with those you care about.
Love hard. 'Cause when you've got someone's back, they need to know it. And make each of your loved ones feel like they are the most special person in your world. And when someone upsets you, stay cool and tell them about it -- then move on.
Pray. Pray for others and allow others to pray for you. And when you have to endure something, do it, holding on to nothing but faith; and reap the benefit in due time.
Words can't express all of what you mean to us. One word simply begins to describe you: Phenomenal.
Love, Keely.
Gloria Tymus
August 16, 2006
Dear Boogie,
Virginia and I were as one for so many years, friend, confidante, comforter and my special sister. During those years you became my "brother-in-law". A more wonderful one, no one could have after the way you cared for my "sister". God gave Virginia an angel when he joined the two of you together. You said it was your duty, but what it really showed was your very great love for your special lady. It was a love that passed all understanding.
Love,
Glo
Gloria Tymus
Margie (Hattie) Franklin
August 16, 2006
To Boogie (My Brother-In-Law),
It's hard to believe our special girl is gone. I go to bed every night with a "heartache" and wake up every morning with a "heavy heart" just wishing she was still here. I miss our daily conversations, our idle chit chat. In the past four years since she was sick I became so very close to my sister. We talked a lot, even seemed like we throught alike. I cannot describe in words the loss I feel. I know your days and nights are long. I know everytime you walk in your door you are looking at that chair she set in everyday. I miss her laughter and go advice that she shared with me. I can't say enough about the love I have for my sister. I know you seen it whenever I was around her. I will do my best to help you in anyway I possibly can. You can pick up the phone and call me anytime. Roy and I will be right there for you. I know it would be selfish to wish she way still her. Her illness was taking our her spirt, body and strength. I know you seen that everyday. I admire you for your true dedication to her during her illness. Think about all the good times you shared together. Think about the 42 years you were married and the happiness you shared with her. Virginia was a bright light in many people's lives, she brought the best out of the people she came in contact with. I will forever miss my sister. I know she is watching over you. I think about the night she died and how I was in the room with her, not wanting to leave her side for a minute. I kissed her over and over again and told her how much I loved her as she tooked her last breath. I also made a promise to her to watch over you and help you with anything you need. I wanted her to know it was OK to go home to our "Gloryland." Virginia had the strength that you will never see in a lot of people. She fought a terrific battle and now it's time for her to rest. Keep talking to her I know she can hear everything we say. Thanks Ginny for being my special sister, our love for one another could not be any stronger. Yes Boogie I too will also miss my "Ginnybinny". God has a new "Star" in heaven and her name is Virginia L. Talley. She was one of a kind.
Cynthia Withers
August 15, 2006
Mr Talley,
Catching up on back issues of the paper following a vacation I saw the notice concerning your wife.
I was so sorry to read of your and both family's great loss.
God bless and keep you all.
Anne Ellis
August 12, 2006
To: Boogie
You’ve been in the storm seems like forever. Nights of confusion have been so long. Your ship has lost anchor and the storms got you drifting, your night’s almost over you can ride out your storm.
Ride out your storm God is there with you, you may not feel him, you’re not alone. You’re hurting now, but your morning is coming. Just hold on to Jesus and ride out your storm.
Just remember God’s promise ,that “I’ll never leave you” though the waters are raging ,they’ll do you no harm, don’t give up the battle for the answer is coming.
Just hold on to Jesus and ride out your storm. Ride out your storm, God is there with you, you may not feel him, you’re not alone. You’re hurting now, but your morning is coming just hold on to Jesus and ride out your storm
He’s right there with you, you can ride out your storm.
From: Choochie
Bernice (and Peggy) Simms
August 8, 2006
Boogie and family,
You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your lovely wife. It was a blessing to have known her. Her smile will be forever remembered.
Lemuel and Hercea Jamison
August 8, 2006
To the Talley Family;
We are sadden at the lost of our friend and loved one, Virginia. May the peace of Jesus rest with you all, for she is present with God. We will always remember her and times shared while working at Soldiers' Home.
Doris Montgomery
August 7, 2006
I worked with Virginia for many years at the U.S. Soldiers' and Airmen's Home. She was always cheerful and happy and a very caring person. She was also a great cook (we often had potluck lunches). I will miss Virginia.
Robert & Mary Junious
August 7, 2006
Robert,
Bob and I want to send our deepest sympathy. We loved her but GOD loved her more!
Our prayers are with you!
Love,
Deborrah Curtis
August 7, 2006
To Boogy and Family,
You have my deepest sympathy. Virginia was such a pleasant person. She will be missed.
Carol Carter Walker
August 6, 2006
What a special person, with such a special gift of caring for others. You touched so many lives by giving them such a good start.
You helped your mother-in-law care for my Raquel from the time she was 8 months to more than 6 years old.
Thank you for your caring.
Kellie Bivens
August 6, 2006
Aunt Ginny you will be missed. You were the rock that held me together just a short time ago when I was dealing with my Mother and her illness. Never once did you say not now Kellie and never once did you not call us. I will miss the 4th of July cookouts and I will never forget how you bought Grandpap's side of the family together for a reunion. I am glad you are Cathryn's God parent and I look forward to a great homecoming one day on high!
Your niece
Kellie
Cathryn Bivens
August 6, 2006
To the loving family of Virginia L. Talley my great aunt. I wanted to tell you that I love and care for your family and I want to God to bless all of you and I know that you will be in heaven.
Love Your Great Niece Cathryn Bivens
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