Beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away Monday, March 8, 2021 at McLaren Bay Region. Age 93 years. The daughter of the late Alex and Gladys (Morgan) Adams, Virginia was born November 23, 1927 in Port Huron, Michigan. She married Dr. Rudolph M. Jarvi on July 17, 1948. He predeceased her August 18, 2012. Virginia was a member of Countryside Trinity Church and a past member of Warren Avenue Presbyterian Church. She volunteered at Saginaw General Hospital, was a member of the Saginaw Bay Yacht Club and enjoyed playing Bridge. Most of all, Virginia loved spending time with family and friends.
Surviving are four sons and their spouses, David and Karen Jarvi, Grayling; Martin and Maria Jarvi, Cedarburg, Wisconsin; Rich and Lois Jarvi, Oxford, Ohio; Ron and Cheryl Jarvi, Grand Blanc, Michigan; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Virginia was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother.
Honoring Mrs. Jarvi’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Countryside Trinity Church or the Navigators.