Virginia “Ginger” Anderson Marlowe, 77, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on October 12, 2023. She was born on June 11, 1946, in Warrenton, Virginia, to Dr. Arthur Robert Anderson and Hazel Edith Blair. Ginger attended Stuart Hall and pursued her higher education at Oglethorpe College in Atlanta, Georgia.
Ginger, as she was affectionately known, was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Ginger is survived by her loving daughters, Gretchen Kyle VanWegen (Steven Campbell, DJ Campbell, Emileigh Campbell) and Kristen Blair McRae (Steven McRae), as well as her two cherished grandchildren, Josephine Katie McRae and Anderson Desmond McRae, two brothers Arthur Roy Anderson and Robert Blair Anderson, and her mother-in-law Margaret “Tootie” Marlowe.
Ginger was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Hazel Anderson, her sister Sally “Cookie” Peyton, her father-in-law Charles Marlowe, and her husband Charles “Tommy” Marlowe.
Ginger was an active member of the United Methodist Church, where she found solace and community. Ginger had a wide variety of interests and professions including formerly owning a Children’s Boutique in Warrenton, running a successful Catering company in the Northern Virginia area, and working as a travel agent. Ginger loved to travel and cruise, spent many hours doing cross-stitch and crochet, and was an avid collector of many things. Above all she was known for her passion for helping others.
A memorial service to celebrate Ginger’s life will be held at Limeton United Methodist Church in Bentonville, VA, on Saturday, October 21. Visitation will be from 11am until noon, followed by the service and reception.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that contributions be made to the Limeton United Methodist Church or Blue Ridge Hospice. Your support will help these organizations continue their important work.
Ginger will forever be remembered for her kind heart, and unwavering love for her family and friends. May her soul rest in eternal peace.
Deepest condolences to all of her dear friends and family. I’m sure her passing leaves a big void and she will be deeply missed. Praying that her loved ones find peace and comfort.
Thank you, Sharon
Heartfelt sympathies in the loss of a sweet lady. Just saw her last week in the hospital gift shop with her compliments and support for the shop. She gave her talents and support for many years in the Methodist church. May precious memories give you comfort and peace.
My love to all of her family. Ginger was my childhood friend and our parents were dear friends. I know she will be missed by her family and the many friends she made throughout her life. Pat Nevill
Dear Family,
My wife, Barbara and I were greatly saddened to learn of Ginger’s passing. As close friends and later as neighbors of her parents, we knew her in her late childhood and as a young adult. To us she was a very nice person just like we knew her parents to be.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sincerely yours,
Shore Robertson
Ginger: The the kindest most loving person I have ever known .Beautiful soul.
Please accept my deepest sympathy. I knew Ginger through my late sister, Mary Kirk Burke. We only got to see each other now and then but we could always pick up just where we left off. She was a delightful lady.
Belated condolences to Ginger’s family and friends. She was a lovely person and a joy to know. May she rest in eternal peace.
I am saddened to hear of the passing of my beloved friend Ginger.
We shared wonderful stories and memories while attending Oglethorpe.
RIP Sweet Lady.