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Virginia Bobinger, a Quincy Native and Long-time Chico Resident, Passes Away at 94
Virginia Pierce Bobinger, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024, at her home in Chico, California. She was just one month shy of her 95th birthday.
Early Life and Family
Virginia was born on June 25, 1929, in Ashland, Montana, to Helen Anderson Pierce and Edwin Pierce. In 1937, her family moved to Quincy, California, where she spent her formative years.
Virginia graduated from Quincy High School in 1944 and worked part-time during her junior and senior year for Pacific Bell. She continued to work for Pacific Bell for four years after graduating before moving to San Francisco in 1952.
In San Francisco, Virginia worked for James Motor Company and the Federal Reserve Bank. In 1954, she returned to Quincy and resumed her employment with Pacific Bell.
In 1959, Virginia married Grady Bobinger, who worked for PG&E. They had two sons, Mitch and Mark. The family moved from Lake Almanor to Chico in 1959.
Later Life and Legacy
Virginia was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was also an active member of her community. She was a member of the Chico United Methodist Church, the Chico Women’s Club, and the Chico Rotary Club.
Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Grady, in 1987, and by her brothers, Kenny Pierce and Delmas Pierce, and her sisters, Harriett Stark and Georgia Eihsen.
She is survived by her sons, Mitch (Minerva) of Chico and Mark (Rhonda) of New Braunfels, Texas; eight grandchildren – Whitney, Courtney, Brett, Kenna, Kyle, Ryan, Alesa, and Julia; and four great-grandchildren – Amaya, Declan, Torin, and Skyler.
Virginia’s family will hold a private memorial service. In lieu of flowers, they request that anyone wishing to honor Virginia donate to their favorite charity.
Remembering Virginia
Virginia Bobinger was a remarkable woman who will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, and a caring and compassionate friend.
Virginia’s legacy will live on through her family and the many lives she touched throughout her life.
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