Virginia Purta (May 10, 1945 - January 23, 2025)

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Virginia Purta
  • May 10, 1945
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  • January 23, 2025

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Virginia A. Purta, 79, passed away, January 23, 2025.  Ginny was born on May 10, 1945, in Passaic, NJ to Marinus and Virginia Carabello.

Ginny graduated from Lyndhurst High School, Lyndhurst NJ in 1963 where she received the honor of being named Class Athlete.  Throughout the years Ginny maintained a close relationship with her classmates and enjoyed the friendships she forged with gatherings throughout the years.

After High School Ginny attended William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ where she received a degree in Elementary Education.  After graduation she remained in Lyndhurst NJ and taught at Jefferson School.  There she formed close bonds with co-workers, parents and students that are still close friends today.

In 1971 she married Bernard “Bernie” Purta and while they remained in the Lyndhurst NJ area, they enjoyed over 40 years at their vacation home in Arrowhead Lakes, Pocono Lakes, PA where they played tennis, golfed and created long lasting, close friendships with neighbors and friends.

Ginny was a devout Catholic that loved and was devoted to her family.  She was a very caring individual and for many years took care of family and others that needed help.  She was extremely kindhearted and loving and never met a stranger.  She was an extremely popular and well-loved teacher and friend. In recent years she spent time volunteering at a local assisted living home where the residents loved her humor, strong spirit, silly personality and the time she spent with them.

Ginny is survived by her husband of 53 years Bernie; sister-in law Barbara Purta; nieces Maria Czarnecki Bucklar, Melissa Faura, Francis Kraus Balough, Linda Kraus Hathaway; nephews James Kraus, Paul Kraus, Patrick Kraus; several grand nieces; grand nephews; and many lifelong friends.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10am on Tuesday February 4, 2025 at St. Mark The Evangelist Catholic Church, 7081 Southeast Highway 42, Summerfield FL  34491.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to Ginny’s favorite charity: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at stjude.org.  Arrangements entrusted with BALDWIN BROTHERS Funeral & Cremation Society-Spanish Springs, 352-430-1449.  Sentiments are encourage at www.baldwincremation.com.


Service

Location:
St. Mark Catholic Church
7081 Southeast Highway 42, Summerfield FL 34491

Date & Time:
February 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM


Cemetery:
Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum
North Arlington, NJ


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  1. Terry Bradley lit a candle:
    07 Feb 2025
    Lit since February 7, 2025 at 2:51:59 PM

  2. Terry Bradley says:
    07 Feb 2025
    I didn't know Ginny very well but I was deeply saddened to see her obituary in the local paper. I knew Ginny from Ellen's Hallmark store. I always looked forward to her coming into the store. She was so full of life and had so many stories to tell. I haven't seen her since right after COVID shut things down. So sorry for the family's loss.

  3. Aleah Werner lit a candle:
    04 Feb 2025
    Lit since February 4, 2025 at 2:19:45 AM

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  5. Melissa Faura lit a candle:
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  6. Melissa Faura says:
    04 Feb 2025
    Aunt Ginny was a beacon of light and hope to others. Her laughter was contagious and lifted our spirits. Sending our love and support to Uncle Bernie during this difficult time. Aunt Ginny was truly a blessing to our family. May she rest in enternal peace in heaven.

  7. Frances Kraus-Balough says:
    29 Jan 2025
    May Aunt Ginny rest in eternal peace with our Lord! She was a warrior through all of this and I am so proud of her fighting spirit and the way she could make me laugh when all I wanted to do was cry. Our love to our precious Uncle Bernie during this difficult time! God knew what kind of man she needed! Thanks for the memories Aunt Ginny!! Love you more!!

  8. Frances Kraus-Balough lit a candle:
    29 Jan 2025
    Lit since January 29, 2025 at 1:36:08 PM

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