Virginia Lee Tiffany's Obituary
Virginia Lee Tiffany (nee Bunting), age 92, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, in North Fort Myers, Florida. Born on July 5, 1933, in Danville, Illinois, she lived a full and vibrant life marked by deep faith, enduring love for her family, and a joyful spirit that touched all who knew her.
Virginia was the beloved wife of Howard John Tiffany and devoted mother to Alan (Cyndee) Tiffany and Donna (Lee) Werst. She was preceded in death by her sons David Lee Tiffany and Mark Joseph “Joe” Tiffany. Her legacy continues through her 19 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-granchildren – each of whom brought her immense pride and joy. She often delighted in sharing stories of their accomplishments with whomever would listen.
She was the cherished daughter of Robert L. and Doris F. (Bryant) Bunting and is also reunited in peace with her siblings: James Lewis Cade, Barbara Jean Conner, Carolyn Kaye Bunting (who passed in infancy), and Robert Lee Bunting.
Virginia’s life was deeply rooted in faith. Raised with non-denominational Christian beliefs inspired by her father’s studies, she found spiritual fulfillment when she joined Grace Bible Church in Beloit, Wisconsin in 1974. After relocating to Florida in 1987, she became a dedicated member of Grace Bible Fellowship in Nokomis, Florida. Her unwavering trust in Jesus Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection as atonement for sin was central to her life—and now brings comfort to those who know she resides with Him in heaven.
Throughout her life, Virginia embraced beauty—in people, nature, and the little things that made each day special. She had a fondness for collecting “pretty” items and loved shopping for good deals. Her porch swing became a favorite retreat where she could watch the breeze dance through the trees—trees she had lovingly bid goodnight since childhood.
A gifted conversationalist with an operatic-like singing voice that charmed many during karaoke nights over the past two decades, Virginia brought warmth and laughter wherever she went. She cherished long talks with friends and family and never hesitated to lend a helping hand when someone was in need.
Her years spent living in Japan while Howard served in the Air Force left a lasting impression on her culinary tastes; she enjoyed recreating Japanese dishes for her family back home. During the holidays, Virginia’s homemade fudge and peanut brittle became treasured traditions that sweetened many Christmas celebrations.
Virginia loved deeply—with all her heart—and found joy not only in family milestones but also in simple pleasures shared with those around her. Her memory will live on through the lives she touched so generously.
May her memory bring comfort to all who knew and loved her. A Memorial Service will be held on August 15, 2025, from 10:00 am to 10:30am at Grace Bible Fellowship 2600 Tamiami Trail, Nokomis, Florida. A lunch will be provided by the Church.
A brief graveside service will be held from 12:30 – 1:00pm at Sarasota National Cemetery in Sarasota.
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