Search by Name

Search by Name

Virginia Arey Obituary

After 73 years of loving marriage Ginny and Ted Arey are now joined together in eternal rest. Ted passed away on February 1, 2021 and Ginny followed him on November 4, 2021. Virginia Krick Arey, beloved wife of the late Theodore William Arey, cherished Mother of Richard Arey, David (Susan) Arey, and Janet (Arey) Wright, doting Grandmother of Brian Arey, Nathan (Samantha) Arey and Maxwell Wright, fond Great Grandmother of Torrey and Tanith Arey, loving Sister of Marjorie (Krick) Seyfert, and caring Aunt of many. Ginny and Ted met at Oak Park High School in 1943 and married on August 16, 1947. Ted was steadfastly at her side as they lived a life filled with love, happiness and song. They sang together in a barbershop quartet and with the choir at Redeemer Lutheran Church where they were active members for decades. They also shared a love for travel. Summer vacations were spent with the extended family in Door County. In their later years they travelled the country and visited several state capitols. Their love of family and friends, travel, music and laughter lives on with all who knew them. Ted and Ginny will be deeply missed by those who were touched by their kindness and generosity, good humor and love. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Door County Land Trust, P.O. Box 65, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235 or at DoorCountyLandTrust.org. A memorial service for Ginny and Ted will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 123 East St. Charles Road in Elmhurst, Illinois on Saturday, December 4, 2021. Gathering at 10:30 a.m. with the service at 11 a.m. Masks are recommended. For information – Elmhurst Community Funeral Home – THE AHLGRIM CHAPEL, 630-834-3515 or www.ElmhurstFH.com.

Published by Chicago Tribune from Nov. 14 to Nov. 18, 2021.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Virginia Arey

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

In loving memory of our special Aunt Ginny and Uncle Ted. Our condolences go out to all of their family and friends.

Mary Vogel, Patty Brate, Bobbi Serafini

December 1, 2021

Love of life and love of each other. A beautiful combination. Both will be missed. My condolences to the family

Vivian

November 18, 2021

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Virginia Arey's name

Memorial Events
for Virginia Arey

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Elmhurst Community Funeral Home - The Ahlgrim Chapel - Elmhurst

567 South Spring Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126

How to support Virginia's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Virginia Arey's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more