Virginia H. Pagel

Pagel, Virginia H. On January 7, eleven days before her 90th birthday, Virginia passed from this earth peacefully. She was the eldest, and spoke about being reunited with her siblings-Lillian, Janet, Florence and Henry-who all passed before her. During most of her long life, that included a marriage to Otto Daemmrich and later to Joseph Pagel, Virginia was blessed with good health. She enjoyed her family, friends, collies, the ability to grow award-winning flowers and crochet beautiful afghans. As a young woman, Virginia took care of her sisters and brother. She worked in a clerical position at Allis Chalmers until she retired. She then volunteered her time at hospitals and nursing homes to give care to the sick and elderly. Throughout her life, Virginia was noted for her generosity, kindness of spirit and thoughtfulness. She was appreciative and enjoyed a sense of humor. Virginia loved good home-cooked meals, relished dark chocolate and adored conversation. She will be missed by her brother-in-law Stephen Polchert; nephew Stephen J. Polchert; nieces Debbie Miles, Deborah (Thomas) Madden, Susan Polchert-McGirr, her advocate Kathy Dich and the staff at West Park Place. The family will conduct a private service in the spring, honoring Virginia's life.