Virginia "Ginny" Bliese was born March 20, 1936 in Wausau, WI the only child of Edward and Violet (Wolf) Bliese who are deceased. She died Oct. 21, 2013 at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau; she was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ. She attended Trinity Parochial and graduated from Wausau High school. After retiring from Wausau Insurance, where she had worked for 37 years, Ginny spent countless hours volunteering, devoting her time to a variety of organizations, including the Grand Theater, Salvation Army, Wausau Kayak/Canoe and currently the Bethesda Thrift Shop where her duties had included managing the store. Ginny's smile, positive attitude, easy going nature, cheerfulness and good heart touched many lives. Her love for children led her to several trips to Jamaica to take toys, crayons, books and clothing to the needy children there. Ginny loved theatre and enjoyed attending shows on Broadway and traveling in the United States and Canada. She is survived by cousins and many friends. A memorial service will be held on Sunday Oct. 27, 2013 at John J. Buettgen Funeral home. Visitation from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service at 4:00 p.m. Pastor Phil Schneider of St. Paul's United Church of Christ will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Community Foundation of North Central WI. 500 First St. Suite 2600, Wausau, WI 54403 for the Virginia (Ginny) Bliese Memorial Fund. Heartfelt appreciation is given to Dr. Harish G. Ahuja, Dr. Darryl R. Barton and the staff of Aspirus Regional Cancer Center. Dr. Christopher A. Reising Surgical Associates, Dr. Veronika Gagovic GI Associates, Dr. Gregory J. Wcisel, Dr. James M. Cygan, Barbara Budimlija Aspirus Pulmonary Critical Care and the entire staff of Aspirus Wausau Hospital MSICU and Palliative care unit. For all of those who provided care for Ginny: Bless all of you as you reach out to comfort the body, mind and spirit. In the midst of fear and frustration, may courage be given to you. When difficult decisions confront you, may wisdom and compassion inspire you. May patience keep vigil with you and peace of mind calm you. May your heart find a song to sing even when you are weary. May abundant love lift you and gratitude bless you as you live in the mission of care entrusted to you.