Virginia Bissell Obituary

Joannie & The Bissell Family,
Please know that "All The D's" in North Dakota are keeping you in our thoughts & prayers. We were so sorry to hear of Ginny's death. We have fond memories of your childhood visits to ND & of your wonderful parents.
With Love & Sympathy,
Darlene Fallgatter, Steele
Donna & Bruce Darsey, Donnellon, FL
Dianne & Alex Moch, Braddock
Dennis & Eileen F., Bismarck
Dottie & Jim Erwin, Steele
Deb Lippert & Jerry Moch, Lincoln
Dean & Kathy F., Steele
Danette & Eddie Biegler, Steele
Dolly & Pius Kuhn, Omaha, Neb.
Dwight & Robin F., Bismarck

I have known Ginny going back to the 80s and while she worked at the Chamber. There was never a time where she wasn't full of sunshine - no matter how bleak things might really be. Her cup was always half full. I will miss her.

I've known Ginny since we were in kindergarten together at Grand Avenue school in Western Springs. She was always an up beat person with a smile for everyone. I was sorry to learn of her death and send my condolences to her family.

Though Ginny left the Chicago area many years ago, I still run into those her knew her in Western Springs. They always have a smile, kind words, and happy reflections of her. She touched the lives of many in meaningful and long-lasting ways. We will miss her!

I know Ginny from living on the Island and working closely with her in Sanibel Christian Women's Club. She was such a wonderful person and will be truly missed by all who knew her. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

I will certainly be missing Ginny. We had a common background of large families. Since she started her family a couple of years sooner, I was able to learn many good parenting ideas from her. She was always a good friend to our family, and a loving aunt to my children.

There are many seasons in our lives, much like there are seasons on the calendar. I find comfort in that one day I will see Aunt Ginny again. Meanwhile she is always on my mind in my heart because precious memories live forever. A mother's gift is unique and has a part not only in who we are, but in the lessons and gifts we pass along to our children.

I worked with Ginny at the Chamber for a long time. She taught me a lot about Sanibel. She listened to any dilemmas I had and helped me work thru them. She always had a smile for everybody. She left the Chamber and I moved from Ft. Myers, so I lost contact with her.

Her smile was warmer than the Florida sun and her eyes danced with joy. Aunt Ginny's love of life was both contagious and inspirational. She had such a natural way of embracing everyone with genuine affection. She has been a blessing in the lives of so many. We are thankful for the many gifts of her life and we will miss her very much.

We'll will miss Aunt Ginny more than any of us can ever say. Her smile, warmth and hospitality made the distance between Chicago and Florida seem much shorter. We will remember her always with great affection and love.