Virginia Guse
Mrs. Virginia Fern Guse, age 96, formerly of Collinsville, Ill., passed away peacefully the morning of Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Promenade Senior Living, St. Louis, Mo. She was born April 30, 1929, in Troy, Ill., the daughter of the late Irwin and Estelle Helmich.
Virginia was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, John F. Guse, Sr.; a dear sister Elaine; and brothers Earl, Clyde and Ray.
She was a member of St. John United Church of Christ in Collinsville and a homemaker. She spent innumerable hours loving and caring for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Virginia is survived by two daughters and two sons: Anne (Bill) Chao of St. Louis, Mo., John (Robin) Guse, Jr., of Troy, Ill., Paul (Kay) Guse of St. Jacob, Ill., and Beth (Terry Erickson) Guse of Highland, Ill.; a brother, Kenneth, of Levittown, Penn.; 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She also leaves many other family members and friends who will sadly miss her beautiful smile.
Funeral services are private, with celebration-of-life plans pending.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the charitable organization of your choosing.
Dear Anne and Bill
I am so sorry to hear of Ginny’s passing. She was always the kindest and sweetest person. She clearly loved her family very much and was equally loved by you. But she always seemed to be interested and caring about everyone around her. Since I lost my mother so early I was especially affected by the attention she gave me. She reminded me of the beatitudes all in one person. I know she was Blessed and am sure she is happy to be with her husband John again.
Grant and I will send a donation in her honor to the Kerrville, Tx flood relief. I think she will like that.
Love
Juanita