Virginia I. Szymanski

Virginia I. Szymanski, “Chuck or Charlie”, age 76, of Winchester, WI, passed away on Friday, May 20, 2016 at her home with her loving husband, Hank, by her side. Virginia was born on March 30, 1940 in Chicago, the daughter of Jesse and Helen (De la Torre) Vazquez. She was a noted homemaker who took pride in raising her children and caring for her family. Virginia was a skilled maker — whether using a spatula, a garden shovel, or crochet hook — she most enjoyed creating and improving her world. Virginia loved cooking and baking; her pizzas, banana bread and cinnamon rolls were most prized by friends and family. Every year she enjoyed planting, taking care of her flower garden, and canning tomatoes and peppers for her Italian dishes. Virginia was very active in Northern Wisconsin belonging to the Homemaker’s Club, Stitch in Time and the Winchester Women’s Club. The Winchester Women’s Club will always remember the 12 dozen cinnamon rolls Virginia lovingly made for their yearly fundraising rummage sale. Virginia and her husband, Hank, also belonged to the original Northwoods Ski Touring Association; Virginia always looked forward to cooking and baking for their Sunday potlucks, where she kept everyone guessing about what delicious dishes she would bring. Virginia’s favorite pastime was crocheting. Every chance she had — whether watching television or on a road trip to California — Virginia was busy making numerous crafts, baby items, and afghans for friends and family. For over 20 years, she sold her crafts and crocheted items at the Boulder Junction Flea Market and would often be seen teaching others how to crochet. Virginia had a strong love for her family and grandchildren; she adored them more than anything. She is preceded in death by her son, Michael Szymanski and sister and brother-in-law, Christina and Edward Bandish. Virginia is survived by her husband, Henry “Hank” Szymanski; daughter, Margaret Szymanski (Rohit Gupta); daughter-in-law, Mickey Szymanski; grandchildren, Matthew Szymanski, Sabina Gupta and Raphael Gupta and brother, Richard (Carolyn) Vazquez. She is further survived by many nieces and nephews. A private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Virginia Szymanski’s name to the Hope Lodge, 611 W. Doege St., Marshfield, WI 54449.

Virginia I. Szymanski

March 30, 1940 - May 20, 2016