Virginia Cassidy Kaplan

She was born to Jeannette Marie Mack Cassidy and David Edward Cassidy

on October 7, 1920 in New London, Connecticut. She was raised in New York City,

was an only child and fiercely independent. She graduated from high school in 1936

and was employed by the US Postal Service. Virginia retired to Florida in the 70's

and made Treasure Island and St Pete Beach her home. She is the widow of

Myron (Mike) Kaplan. She loved animals and enjoyed interior design, movies

and travel. She was a pioneer feminist ahead of her time. Virginia was a registered

Democrat with a liberal viewpoint. She was sharp and politically active, participating

in every election during the span of her lifetime. She enjoyed watching news commentary

programs and relished discussing the daily events. Virginia is survived by her

devoted family: Carol Giovannoni, Christopher Graus, Kyle Giovannoni and

Vincent (Catherine) Giovannoni.

A celebration of Ginny will be held at 6 PM on May 3, 2016 at Beach Memorial Chapel, St Pete Beach, Florida.