Virginia Pinc
Virginia R. Pinc, affectionately known to all as Ginger, was born February 2, 1935, and passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026, at the age of 91.
Ginger married the love of her life, Don Pinc, on June 6, 1953. They shared 59 years of marriage before Don's passing on January 3, 2013, building a life together centered around family, friends, and the northern Wisconsin community they loved.
Ginger was also preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Goldie Rigney; and her four siblings, Levene, Norman, Gene, and Donny.
She is survived by her three children, Jim, Pam, and Dave; four grandchildren; and two great grandchildren, who will carry with them the memories and love of a life shared with their mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Ginger spent much of her life in the Eagle River, Wisconsin area, a place she dearly loved. Some of her happiest times were spent at the family cabin on Lake Nokomis, surrounded by family and friends.
After Don's passing, she moved first to Virginia and later to Kentucky to be closer to family.
During her working years, Ginger worked in the Vilas County Sheriff's Office and later served as a bailiff at the courthouse. Outside of work, she enjoyed sunbathing, water skiing, traveling, and playing cards—especially cribbage. She was also an avid bowler and enjoyed competing in league play, where she and Don often found themselves among the winners.
Ginger had a wonderful sense of humor and a feisty spirit that stayed with her throughout her life. She was generous with her time and herself and was always willing to help and care for family and friends.
She loved to bake, and anyone who visited knew there was little chance of leaving Ginger's house without a bag of homemade goodies to take with them. It was simply one of the many ways she showed her love and generosity to the people around her.
In her final days, Ginger was lovingly cared for in hospice in Kentucky, with her daughter Pam and son-in-law Mike by her side.
Ginger lived a long and full life, filled with family, friendship, laughter, and many happy days on the lakes of northern Wisconsin. Those who knew her will remember her strength, her humor, her generous heart, and the unmistakable spark that made Ginger, Ginger. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all whose lives she touched.
A celebration of life will be held in Eagle River during the summer of 2027.
