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Marion Foster (Dimond)
Mother of our classmate Karla Fiedler
Virginia Fiedler, 100, affectionately known as “Mom,” “Ginny,” “Grandma,” or “Gigi,” of Godfrey, Illinois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family and her beloved dog Bogart, on May 25, 2026.
She was born on July 13, 1925, in Calhoun County, Illinois, to Andrew Robeen and Margaret Arnold. On July 24, 1944, she married the love of her life, Karl C. “Bud” Fiedler.
Virginia was known for her kind, sweet, and lively spirit. She loved spending time with her family, laughing, singing, dancing, and creating cherished memories with those she loved.
She studied nursing and worked as a cosmetologist and cosmetology teacher. Virginia also owned and operated her own beauty shop from her home. At the remarkable age of 80, she became a massage therapist and later shared her passion for helping others by becoming a massage therapy instructor.
Virginia was very active in Toastmistresses and received numerous honors throughout the years. She was named Toastmistress of the Year in 1969 and 1970, served as President of the Toastmistress Club from 1966-1967, and was the Suburban Speech Contest winner in 1963, 1964, and 1965.
She enjoyed country music, line dancing, and yodeling. Virginia also loved gardening, flowers, animals, and held a deep and unwavering Catholic faith throughout her life.
Virginia is survived by her sons, Stephen Fiedler (Pina Fiedler) and Robin Fiedler (Karen Fiedler); her daughter, Karla Martin (William Martin); and her grandchildren, Stacey Papa (Dominic Papa), Tanya McNeal (Eric McNeal), Christian Fiedler, William Martin, Nicole Fiedler, Jenna Young (Brian Young), and Karl Fiedler (Beth Fiedler). She is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren, her nieces and nephews and her beloved dog, Bogart.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Karl Fiedler; her parents; and her eight siblings.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Saint Ambrose Catholic Church on June 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a luncheon.
Burial will be at Wilson Cemetery, Batchtown, Illinois.
Virginia was deeply cherished and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Memorials are suggested to the St. Ambrose Catholic School or charity of one's choice.
Online condolences and guestbook may be found at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com.
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