Virginia L. "Ginger" Gehrig

July 13, 1932 - March 12, 2020

Virginia L. "Ginger" Gehrig, age 87 of Alhambra, IL, died Thursday, March 12, 2020, at Faith Care Center in Highland, IL. She was born on Wednesday, July 13, 1932, in Granite City, IL, the daughter of Robert and Frieda (nee Schneider) Wayne. On Sunday, June 29, 1952, she married Kenneth W. Gehrig who survives. She was a member of Saint Paul Catholic Church, Highland, IL; and the St. Paul Church-Choir. Born in Granite City, IL, grew up in Edwardsville, IL and graduated from Edwardsville High School. In high school she was known for her singing ability and earned a scholarship to Millikin University, Decatur, IL, where she studied voice. She also sang at weddings and funerals. She married Ken when he was in the Air Force. After his active duty they moved to Alhambra where his family owned and operated the Gehrig Store. She was a house wife, loved her family and attended many of the events they were in. Survivors include: Husband - Kenneth W. "Ken" Gehrig, Alhambra, IL Daughter - Kathryn A. Gehrig, Saint Peters, MO Son - Jeff W. Gehrig, Alhambra, IL Daughter - JoAnn G. (Jason) Savoie, Kingwood, TX Grandchild - Nicole L. (David) King Grandchild - Chase M. (Kaitlyn) Griffey Grandchild - Erin N. (Fiancé-Derek Dallas) Keithly Grandchild - Alexandra M. Colón Great Grandchild - Chandler M. Griffey Great Grandchild - Emmitt M. King. She was preceded in death by: Father - Robert S. Wayne Mother - Frieda Wayne (nee Schneider) Sister - JoAnn Frey Brother In-law - Bob Frey. Arrangements are being handled by Dauderman Mortuary in Alhambra, IL. Private Services only. Private interment will be at Salem Cemetery in Alhambra, IL. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association or St. Paul Catholic Church Choir.