Virginia Williams

VIRGINIA G. WILLIAMS
A lifelong resident of Olathe, passed away February 2, 2007 at her home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Music Program at Grace United Methodist Church, 11485 N. Ridgeview, Olathe, KS 66061.
Virginia was born May 16, 1921 in Paola, KS to William and Lenora Gsell. She attended school in Olathe where she met the love of her life, Don Williams. She attended the University of Kansas where she was a member of the Mu Phil Epsilon music sorority, was inducted into the Mortar Board Honor Society, and earned a Bachelors Degree in Music Education. After graduation, she married Don, her husband of 63 years.
Virginia was a life-long member of the First United Methodist Church of Olathe, and along with her husband, Don, was involved in the building of the church on Harrison Street. She was very involved in the music program, and active as a member of the Worship Commission and the Women's Circle. She also graced us with her beautiful soprano voice as a member of the Chancel Choir, and frequently provided the special music. Throughout her lifetime, Virginia shared her passion for music with family, friends, and her community. Her beautiful voice will be missed.
Virginia was a fifty-four year member of the P.E.O. Chapter FL, and served as a past-president. She became a Golden Girl in 2002. Virginia was involved within her community as a founding member of the Olathe Chapter of Jaycee Jaynes, and was an active participant in the A.F.S. Program, sponsoring an exchange student from Japan in 1963.
Virginia is survived by her husband of 63 years, Donald F. Williams, her daughters Nancy Jane ("Buzz") Shepard of Olathe, and Shirley Kay (David) Montgomery of Yuma, AZ, her three grandchildren; Jeffrey Montgomery, C.W.O.3, and his wife, Catie, of Toano, VA , Julie Villanueva and her husband Brent of Tempe, AZ, and Joshua Shepard of Olathe, three great-grand-children, Samantha, Max and Ryan Montgomery, all of Toano, VA. She was preceded in death by her brother Bill Gsell, Jr, and her sister Betty Hayne. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www. PenwellGabel.com.