Virginia Walsh

Virginia Walsh, 81, passed away Friday, August 9, 2024 at the Southern NH Medical Center in Nashua after a courageous battle with cancer.

Ginny was born on May 18, 1943 in New Britain, CT, a daughter of the late Theodore and Florence (Humason) Skinner. Ginny was also predeceased by the love of her life and husband of 44 years, Thomas Walsh, and her brother Richard.

Ginny loved her family, and enjoyed any opportunity or event where she could see her kids and grandchildren. She loved traveling, shopping, roses and restaurants but most of all, the beach. She single handedly kept the card business afloat, promptly sending cards for all occasions with personal note in her wonderful penmanship ( and if you were lucky, a fresh $2 bill). She enjoyed quality baked goods (scones were a favorite) and kept the cleanest house you ever saw. An avid sports fan, she always had the game on (especially golf). She cherished her dog Dublin (who was her daughter’s dog until Ginny moved in and fixed that).

Ginny’s legacy is of self-less love, kindness, dignity and strength. She taught us how to be the best versions of ourselves.

Born and raised in New Britain, CT, Ginny was a dedicated daughter who always put her family first. In the mid 1960’s, she began working for the Hartford Electric Light Company where she met Tom. Married in 1968, she couldn’t start her family fast enough. After living for several years in Pittsfield, MA, where they made and maintained many friendships, Ginny and Tom moved the family to Nashua, NH in 1980. Ginny was always the most diligent worker. When the kids were old enough, she started working full-time at Southern NH Medical Center. A staple in the central supply department for over 30 years, she was able to make connections and friends all over the hospital. She often found an excuse to spend extra time in the nursery, so she could see the new babies. She was very proud of the vacation home she and Tom purchased in The Villages and thankful for all the great friends they made in Florida.

Rather than be angry at Tom’s passing in 2012, Ginny instead was thankful for the wonderful life they built, the successes of their kids, and the love and many laughs they shared. Now their journey continues.

Ginny’s family would like to thank the team at Foundation Oncology and the staff at SNHMC for the wonderful compassion and care they gave Ginny and her family during her illness.

Ginny is survived by a son and daughter-in-law Greg and Cheryl Walsh of Brentwood, NH, a daughter and son-in-law Carrie and Christopher Dawe of Nashua, NH, and a son and daughter-in-law Kevin and Angela Walsh of Nashua. Her seven beautiful grandchildren; Kelsie, Lindsey, CJ, Ryan, Kylie, Aiden, and Sheridan as well as her 5 grand-dogs whom she adored. She is also survived by her brother, Robert Skinner of Torrington, CT, and brother-in-laws John H. Walsh of Newington, CT and Edward and Ethel Walsh of Phoenix, AZ, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins who loved her so.

Ginny loved floral and bright colors. In her honor, please feel free to wear them at the services this week.

Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, August 15th from 4-7pm at the Dumont-Sullivan Funeral Home, 50 Ferry Street, Hudson, NH. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Immaculate Conception Church, 216 East Dunstable Rd. on Thursday, August 16th at 11:00am. ALL TO MEET AT CHURCH. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SNHMC, 3 West Oncology, PO Box 2014, Nashua, NH 03061. To share an online message of condolence, please visit www.dumontsullivan.com The Dumont-Sullivan Funeral Home in Hudson is in charge of arrangements.