Virginia U. Guertin

Virginia Ursula Guertin (nee Bogolin) was born July 23, 1937, and, after a brief illness, passed away surrounded by family on November 25, 2023. She was born and educated in Chicago, where she began a long career in the transportation industry. At work she met Robert Guertin, and they married in 1963, welcomed two children, Carl and Claudine, and moved to Morris, Illinois, in 1970, where she lived until she died. Virginia was never one to sit still. She loved to golf, ski, and travel with her family and friends. She conquered a fear of flying to fulfill her desire to see the world, and she eventually circumvented the globe by sea, air and land, exploring six continents in the process. She loved playing cards and mah-jongg, two of the many ways she connected with people at home and away. She was passionate about others, both culturally during her travels and personally in her community close to home. She was a compassionate listener, a precise teacher, and a humble person in every way. She lived her life in service: to her family, to the employees of the transportation company she and her husband built, and to the people who lived around her. She volunteered thousands of hours to serve her community. Prior to the pandemic, she worked as a volunteer office worker at Morris Hospital. Her special passion project was co-running the food pantry at St. Mary's Parish in Minooka, Illinois. Over the years, she helped to feed many local families in need and was recently recognized by the parish for her work. She was a member of the Minooka Federated Women's Club, the Council of Catholic Women and the Slovenian Union of America. Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, Anton and Frances Bogolin; her brother, Anthony Bogolin, Sr; and her son-in-law, Amer Ceric. She leaves behind her husband Robert Guertin, her son Carl (Missy) Guertin, daughter Claudine Guertin-Ceric, many beloved cousins, nieces, and nephews, and a dear sister-in-law. She also leaves behind countless life lessons and cherished memories, as well as a legacy of good deeds that have benefited many people. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Minooka, Illinois, on December 8, 2023 at 10:00 A.M., followed by burial of Cremated Remains at St. Mary's Cemetery, then a luncheon and life celebration for friends and family at St. Mary's Church Hall. All are welcome. In lieu of flowers, Virginia requested donations to: St. Mary's Food Pantry, 303 W. St. Mary's St., Minooka, IL 60447.

Virginia U. Guertin

July 23, 1937 - November 25, 2023