Virginia A. Behling

Virginia Ann Behling, age 74, passed away with her family by her side at Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh on Tuesday March 8, 2022. She was born to the late John and Iris (Gadtke) Smith on May 27, 1947, in Port Washington, WI.
Ginny graduated from Grafton High School in 1965 and graduated from Patricia Stevens Career College in 1966.  On November 11, 1966, Ginny married Greg, the love of her life and soulmate.
During the years of 1978 - 1982 the Behlings owned and operated the Open Pantry convenience stores in Oshkosh.  After that and for the rest of her working career she was employed at Georgia Pacific.  She began as a receptionist and later transitioned to the payroll position at the company.
After retirement, Ginny and Greg rarely spent a minute apart.  They enjoyed going to plays, concerts and watching movies together.  Ginny was a huge movie buff.  She also loved antiquing, always hoping to find that special treasure.  The Behlings also delighted in travel.  Some of Ginny's favorite vacations were a couple of visits to England, a celebratory 25th Anniversary trip to Maine, as well as adventures to NYC, Washington DC and Boston.  Some of her happiest times were visits to Mackinac Island and annual fall vacations to Minocqua where she was able to embrace her joyful memories from childhood.
The Behlings have been members at St. Andrew's Lutheran church for over 21 years. Recently they have been worshipping at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church on Main St.
Ginny is survived by her loving husband, Greg and daughter, Kristin (David) Ehlke.  Also, by her extended family of in-laws that include Mark Behling, Joan (John) Nolan and LeeAnn Behling.  She is also survived by four nephews and beloved kitty, Molly.
A memorial service for Ginny will be held at Konrad-Behlman Funeral Homes Westside (100 Lake Pointe Dr) on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at 11:30AM. A visitation will take place from 9:30AM until the time of service.
The family would like to thank Brooke in the Emergency Department; Cassidy in 3 West; Josh, Kristina, Zach, Jeff, and Abby in ICU.  Additionally, Chaplain Kelly and the rest of the staff at Aurora Medical Center for the compassionate care they showed to Ginny and her family.
Kristin and her dad would like to add a footnote to her story...Greg and Ginny hadn't been married long before he was deployed to Vietnam.  During his tour overseas, Greg periodically sent audio messages back home to Kristin.  Without today's technology at her fingertips, Ginny had a creative idea.  When the reel-to-reel tapes arrived, she would play them for Kristin to listen to, as she pointed to Greg's military photo.  Her efforts led to Kristin being the first to recognize her Daddy at a crowded airport when he returned home from Vietnam.  Even at a young age, Ginny's little family meant the world to her.  She loved her husband and daughter unconditionally, with every fiber of her being and we will miss her with every fiber of ours.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to one of Ginny's favorite charities. Oshkosh Area Humane Society, Milwaukee Rescue Mission, and Lutheran Indian Ministries.