Virginia Lee Rybka
October 31, 1942 ~ November 20, 2024
Born in:
Weirton, WV
Resided in:
Weirton, WV
Virginia Lee Rybka, 82, a lifelong resident of Weirton, WV, passed away on November 20, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on October 31, 1942, in Weirton, she was one of two children born to William A. and Clara DiFabbio White, Sr.
Virginia graduated from Weirton Madonna High School as part of its second graduating class and proudly earned the honor of being the school’s first Prom Queen. Her work ethic was unmatched, dedicating 61 years of her career as a secretary for Starvaggi Industries, serving with loyalty and professionalism under Mike Starvaggi, Don Donnell, James O’Brien, Mike Wehr, and Luke Myers. She also sold Avon.
A feisty and spirited woman, Virginia had an unmatched energy and a zest for life. She was a devoted and proud mother who successfully raised three children as a single parent, balancing her work with family life. Known for her impeccable style, Virginia was always a picture of grace and elegance, matching from head to toe.
Virginia was a member of Saint Paul’s Roman Catholic Church, the Christian Mothers, and the Beta Sigma Phi International Sorority. She enjoyed the camaraderie of her sorority sisters and her card club ladies, however nothing brought her greater joy than her family. Her life was centered around her children and grandchildren, and she never missed a game or event they participated in.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, William A. and Clara White, Sr.
She will be remembered with love and admiration by her two sons, Shawn Allan Rybka, Jason Patrick (Adriane) Rybka, and her daughter, Diahanna Paige (Matt) Shafer; her beloved grandchildren, Olivia and Sophia Shafer and Clara and Santino Rybka; her brother, William A. “Billy” (Terrie) White, Jr.; and her sister-in-law, Marlene (Mike) Runkel.
Visitation will be Sunday from 5 PM until 8 PM at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Paul’s Roman Catholic Church Monday at 10 AM.
Fr. John Soplinski will preside.
Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Paul’s Catholic Grade School or Weirton Madonna High School
Virginia’s family would like to thank Dr. Atul Shetty and the Weirton Geriatric Center for the wonderful care they provided.
Services
Visitation: November 24, 2024 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
https://www.grecohertnick.com
Mass of Christian Burial: November 25, 2024 10:00 am
Saint Paul Roman Catholic Church
Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
304 748 6710
Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Virginia Lee Rybka 's name.
Saint Paul's Catholic Grade School
140 Walnut Street
Weirton,
WV
26062
So very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for your family, may God be with your all
So sorry to hear of her passing. She was my cousin and we spent a lot of time together when growing up. She was always a kind and loving soul. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
We will miss her dearly ,will remember and cherish all the times we shared together. I will miss her sweet smile, her contagious laugh, her love & kindness, her thoughtfulness. She was the best sister-in-law and I am honored she was mine. Virginia, may you rest in peace, you have indeed earned your angel wings and smiling down from heaven with your beautiful smile. Our love forever, Marlene and Mike
So sad to learn of Virginia’s passing. She was a member of our card club since the beginning…around 1966. Of the 8 girls, 7 were pregnant at the same time. I will always have fond memories of her.
Dear Shawn and family, Paul and I are very sorry to learn of your Mothers passing. May she Rest In Peace!
Prayers, love, and understanding to the family. Thinking of you.
I can still picture your look of reassurance in my head. So much time has passed and in recent times I’ve thought of you, and how your look would help me feel at ease at work. My heart is broken that you didn’t get to meet my children. I am thankful that I had you in my life but the time was too brief. God bless.
Jason and Adriane,
Sorry to hear of your mom ( mother in law ) passing. May God bless you all during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Tim and Lisa
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your Mom. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Our family’s prayers and thoughts are with your family at this very sad time. I spent my childhood growing up with you and your wonderful family it help make my childhood memories very special to me. God Bless.