Livonia/Canandaigua: At age 92, Virginia passed away peacefully, at the home of her granddaughter Julia Loyd, with her family by her side on Sunday, January 19, 2025. Virginia was born on July 13, 1932, in Canadice, NY to the late Howard and Blanche Whitney. She is predeceased by her beloved husband of 69 years, Thomas L. Sargeant, her son-in-law, Charles Deller, her grandson; Richard Britton, and great-grandson; Jerry Britton. Survived by her daughters; Barbara Deller of Lima, NY, Sharon Sargeant of Avon, NY, Linda (Armando) Alvarado of Chicago, IL, and Amber (Jeff) Savage of Rushville, NY, her sister, Betty McLean, her sisters-in-law, Susan Wright, and Lois Whitney, her 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren, along with several nieces, nephews, and friends.
Virginia and her husband Thomas had their own iron ornamental company in Livonia for many years. She was also an inspector at Ritter Dental and a cafeteria worker at RIT.
Virginia was a member of the Covered Bridge Association. She and Tom traveled to several states to see many bridges.
Virginia enjoyed playing Bingo, gardening, and canning, but what she loved the most was spending time with her family.
In keeping with Virginia’s wishes, no formal funeral services will take place. A private graveside service will take place at Covered Bridge Evergreen Cemetery in Springwater, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre Emption Road, Geneva, NY 14456 To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com.
I had the pleasure of knowing & serving Tom & Virginia at the Legion breakfast. A wonderful couple.
May she rest in peace
I Love You Mom!! There are so many things I am grateful for that you were my mother. You taught us manners, respect, and integrity, along with how to keep house, do laundry, take care of our personal needs and so on. For reality was always waiting just beyond the front door. Through all the ups and downs in life, we’ve all done well, as it was at home where we learned much about life lessons. I learned as I grew into my adulthood that real food, healthy food was the best and had it right from childhood. No quick shake out of the box stuff. The only “Fast Food” were the great meals you made, and the faster we got to eat them, ohhoooo the so much better. I still make many many of your original recipes, and I’m glad that my children and grandchildren use them too. Tuna noodle casserole is still my favorite. You were always beautiful no matter what you were doing, you always looked so good. I loved your auburn color hair that gleamed in the sunlight, the highlights were just beautiful. Your laughter was so infectious…… I use to laugh sometimes, just because you were laughing. When you and your mom and sisters got together, the sounds were clearly much joy. I was so grateful that you and dad were still here when Charlie & Richard pasted, I could pick up the phone and call you and you helped easy the grieving process, for even today, it would have been great to call you, just to tell you I Love You. This may be an old Irish saying, but it speaks the truth:
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal”
I Miss you all…… and…… I Love You Mom!!
Oh my, such a hard time, we are never prepared….
I have wonderful memories! My heart goes out to all you girls..
Please give Sharon a hug from me and my mom…
Love to all
Barbara, Sharon, Linda, and Amber, so sorry for your loss. I remember our years as neighbors in Hemlock and how sweet and kind your Mom was. I would see her in later years out with your Dad and she always had a smile on her face. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family
So very sorry to hear of Virginia’s passing. I remember spending much time at their house as a kid. We had some good time. I remember the red car she drove at that time. I always thought it was so fancy. Cherish the memories. They live in our hearts.
I love you very much. I will miss our talks that we have had over the many years of our life. I was born when you and Tommy got together. I thank-you for always caring for me and including me in all family gatherings. You and Tommy had a successful life together as you loved each other and family.
As we mourn the loss of our grandmother, our beloved family matriarch, may we also celebrate the wonderful life she lived.
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.