Virginia "Jinny" L. Bethard
October 14, 1954 ~ March 19, 2020
Virginia L. “Jinny” Bethard, 65, of Morrisonville, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Hillsboro Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.
Jinny was born October 14, 1954 in Carlinville, the daughter of James and Anne (Hazelwood) Mathis. She married Steven V. Bethard on July 12, 1975 in Medora. Jinny devoted her life to her husband and family as a homemaker. Many remembered her as the “Cake Lady”, as she baked cakes for many events and special occasions over the years. Jinny was also an avid animal lover.
She was preceded in death by her father, James Mathis.
Jinny is survived by her mother, Anne Mathis of Medora; spouse, Steven V. Bethard of Morrisonville; children, Matt (wife, Jana) Bergschneider of Taylorville, Madee (husband, Ryan) Christian of Bremerton, WA, Sam Bethard of Morrisonville, Steve (wife, Jayne) Bethard of Morrisonville, Shawn (wife, Amy) Bethard of Morrisonville, and Tim (wife, Jenny) Bethard of Morrisonville; 19 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; brothers, Dale (wife, Deonia) Mathis of Shipman, Marty (wife, Michelle) Mathis of Shipman, James “Dude” Mathis of Medora, and Tom (wife, Rebecca) Mathis of Medora; and several nieces and nephews.
Cremation rites will be accorded and a celebration of life and private family burial will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave. Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
The family has entrusted Perfetti-Assalley Funeral Home, 304 Carlin St., Morrisonville, IL 62546 with ceremonies.
Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to offer condolences to the family.
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So sorry for the loss of a great lady! I have to many memories to pick just one. Loved that lady.
We are so sorry for your loss.
So very sorry for you Steve and all the Bergschneider and Bethard children. Jinny was always lovely to visit with and was a great neighbor. I will always remember when her little dog Bunny went missing, and Bob found him stuck in the creek by our house. He had been there all night and was terrified. Jinny was so thrilled to have him back mud and all! All her children are a wonderful legacy to her memory. You have our deepest sympathy at this sad time. Bob & Beth Fuchs & family
STEVE, RICH AND I ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I’VE KNOW JENNY SINCE WE WERE IN SCHOOL TOGETHER AT SOUTHWESTERN JR HIGH. SHE COULD BE FUNNY AND ALWAYS GREAT TO TALK TO. THANK GOD SHE DOESN’T HAVE ALZHEIMERS ANY MORE. LOVE TO YOU ALL.
Steve & Family, very sorry for your loss,PRAYERS To you all.Steve if you need anything please call me!!
So sorry for your loss. Jinny was a great friend growing up! Mary “B” (Stanton) Dixon
Sweet Jinny… so many memories. From ironing her hair to her letting put on her make up.. her smile, Big heart, sense of humor and laugh. She will be missed for sure..
Rest In Peace Beautiful…