Ginger DeMoulin — a life well-lived

Ginger and Bill DeMoulin

Virginia "Ginger" Bonney DeMoulin passed away the morning of December 3, 2021.

I don't remember when I met Ginger. She was my sister's mother-in-law, so probably sometime around her wedding in 1986. But I do remember many days since then, because Ginger and Bill, her devoted, adoring husband, attended all of my nephew's and niece's birthday parties, numerous Thanksgivings and Christmases, and countless other special events.

Ginger was always in the middle of these events. As an "extroverted introvert" married to an "introverted introvert," I tended to stay on the fringe, so I admired her easy way with people. She always seemed to be smiling or laughing and was a sheer delight to be around. She was interested in people's lives and always asked questions about what you were doing.

Stunningly beautiful and elegant beyond words, Ginger was happiest with Bill. He was the love of her life. With him, she traveled the world and lived life to its fullest.

Family was her pride and joy. After Bill passed away in 2009, she could have retreated into herself. But still, there she was at those parties, remaining in the center of everything, giving all her love to her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, in-laws—even her in-laws' families. I was honored to consider her part of my family, and I mourn her loss as if she were my own mother.

I was fortunate to receive three of her original watercolor paintings as well as two pillows that she needlepointed herself—and whenever I pass by them in my house, I will think of her, with deep affection and respect.

Rest in peace, dear Ginger. Give my love to the Judge.

 

When Bill announced that Nick had been born

First grandchild

Some family pictures—note that Ginger is always in the middle of things.

First great grandchild