Virginia L. Bradtmueller

May 22, 1929 - July 22, 2019

Virginia “Ginger” L. Bradtmueller, 90, of Fort Wayne passed away peacefully on Monday, July 22, 2019. Born May 22, 1929 in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of the late Ambrose and Irene (Minnick) Gibson. Ginger grew up a farm girl and married a farmer, Norman Bradtmueller in October 1950, who preceded her in death in 2004. She then became a dedicated farmer’s wife, enjoying life on the farm and raising two sons. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, New Haven. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Mom will be missed by all! She is survived by her sons, Larry (Cindy) Bradtmueller of Fort Wayne and Lynn (Barb) Bradtmueller of New Haven; five grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Wayne Gibson; daughter-in-law, Kelley Bradtmueller; and grandson, Ezra Hiles. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 943 Powers St, New Haven with visitation half hour prior. Father Bill Sullivan officiating. Visitation is also 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Harper’s Community Funeral Home, 740 St. Rd. 930 E., New Havenwith a vigil at 3:45 p.m. Burial in IOOF Cemetery, New Haven. Preferred memorials are to Masses or Visiting Nurse. To share online condolences, go to www.harperfuneralhome.com.