Virginia Frances Ryan

Virginia Frances Ryan October 8, 1926 - December 2, 2009 Virginia Ryan born October 8, 1926 left us to be with her beloved husband Martin Ryan on December 2, 2009 surrounded by her two daughters Patty and Kathleen. Virginia's passing was peaceful in her St. Augustine home, under the care of both her daughters and Community Hospice of North East Florida. Virginia was born in Seattle Washington. She grew up with Mount Rainier as the backdrop of her youth. As a young lady she supported the troops by frequenting the Navy S.O.S. dances, where she met Marty, her husband-to-be of 56 years. Marty and Virginia traveled across the United States by train to reside in Jackson Heights New York to be near Martin's family. In the early 50's Virginia gave birth to two beautiful daughters Patricia and Kathleen Ryan. Later in 1973, Bill Quick, the son they thought they would never have, joined their family. In 1954 they moved to their first home on Long Island New York where they resided till 1981 before moving to St. Augustine Florida. Virginia and Marty were dedicated volunteers. Virginia volunteered at the Lightner Museum in the gift shop; she gave countless hours in support of the Homeless Coalition working in the Treasure Chest Thrift Shop. Virginia was a lover of trees and birds; she supported the Trees Organization and H.A.W.K.E. Virginia would ask of those that would like "please plant a tree" in her memory, for she believes in preserving nature. Virginia will be missed by her two daughters Pat and Kathleen Ryan of St. Augustine, her two Grandchildren Lauren Newell of Denver, Anthony Ryan of St. Augustine, Bill Quick, Lisa Quick and their two children Ryan-Mary and William Quick of Long Beach, New York and her many friends. Virginia lived by a saying that we can all gain from each day "live one day at a time". And her favorite prayer was the Serenity Prayer. She was a long time friend of Bill and Lois. Virginia's memorial service will take place 9:00 a.m. Saturday on December 5th at Corpus Christi Catholic Church on US 1 South. Virginia's graveside service will take place 2:00 Wednesday December 9th at Evergreen Cemetery. St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements