Obituaries
Obituary: Virginia M. Horan of Guilford
A barrier-breaking pioneer, she was a GHS graduate, a volunteer, a Special Olympics athlete who loved The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
Obituary courtesy of Guilford Funeral Home:
Friday, June 18th, 2021, Virginia M. Horan, longtime Guilford resident, peacefully passed away, surrounded by her family, at Yale-New Haven Hospital. Ginny was the daughter of the late William F. and Luella R. Horan. Survived by her loving siblings, John (Ellen) of Northford, William F. Horan Jr. (Laura) of Austin Texas, Carol (Robert) McKinley of Middletown, and Judy Horan Arellano (Felipe) of La Manzanilla, Jalisco, Mexico. Also, nieces Nicole, Brooke, Rhianna, and Sara.
Being born in an era when individuals with differing needs were not offered the same opportunities, her Mother and family became fierce advocates for her and others, for inclusion into society. Ginny was a pioneer, breaking down many barriers, thus becoming a wonderful and respected member of her community. She was a graduate of Guilford High School, as well as a parishioner of St. George Catholic Church.
Ginny participated in SARAH day programs, holding many independent and supported jobs over her years. Most recently, she transitioned to day services, volunteering at local non-profits. Her independence peaked when she moved from her family home and into SARAH Seneca Residential Services housing, living in her own apartment for many years. That transitioned into supervised living, most recently enjoying a beautiful home with her housemates Linda and Jossie, in North Guilford. The family extends a special thank you to her caring staff and to house manager Kari Constantinople, always an advocate for Ginny.
Ginny was a competitive athlete, whether it was shooting hoops with John on Pearl St., hitting the golf ball, swimming, or competing and excelling in numerous events at the Connecticut Special Olympics.
She enjoyed music, most notably The Beatles and The Rolling Stones and played the drums and guitar in her youth. She also was involved with various art projects and enjoyed painting, as well as spending many hours organizing her “paperwork.”.
Interment will be in St. George Cemetery. All services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in her name to SARAH Seneca Residential Services., 15 NE Industrial Rd. Branford, Ct. 06405.
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