On Valentine’s Day, Thursday, February 14th, 2019 Virginia Kay (Stoll) Panetta went to be with the Lord. She was born in Lansing, Michigan on September 19th, 1941 the daughter of Margarette Virginia and Carl Victor Stoll. She graduated from Grand Ledge High School in Class of 1959.
Virginia worked for the Michigan Department of Social Services for 35 years as a Caseworker; and retired in 1997.
In retirement, she enjoyed spending time with her kids and grandkids. She enjoyed spending time at Higgins Lake and taking her annual color tours throughout Michigan. She also loved traveling to Florida and Hawaii, frequently. One of her favorite things to do was play card games. She will be missed and fondly remembered by all that knew her.
She was preceded in death by her Parents; and brother; Theodore Stoll. Surviving are her children; Christine (Ken) Dennings, Lisa (Ron) Thompson and Frank (Keisha) Panetta. Also surviving to cherish her memory are nine grandchildren; Dominic, Vincent, Margo and Paul Sawaya, Craig, Francesca and Rachel Wing, Katrina Dennings and Nicholas Panetta and four great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 26th from 5:00-8:00pm at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI with a Rosary being prayed at 7:30pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Church of the Resurrection, 1527 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48912 on Wednesday, February 27th at 11:00 am with a one hour prior visitation. Rev Fr. Steve will be Officiating.
At her request, she will be cremated and laid to rest at Hurd Cemetery.
Those desiring to make contributions, please make a donation to the Resurrection School Tuition Fund in Virginia’s name. Online memories and condolences may be expressed at www.grlansing.com
