
Obituary of Ginger Blackburn
Ginger Blackburn (née Ventrice), of Midlothian, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at the age of seventy-five. Ginger was a woman of incredible talent, creativity, and devotion to God, whose life touched the hearts of many.
Ginger was born on September 12, 1949 in Chicago, IL to the late Vincent and the late Virginia Ventrice. She was preceded in death by her former husband of thirty-three years, Thomas Blackburn, who was called home to be with God in 2013. Ginger is the cherished and beloved mother of her devoted children, Lorelei and Bud. She is the loving sister of Jim Ventrice, Bob Ventrice, the late Rosie Hutson, the late John Ventrice, and the late Bill Ventrice. Ginger is the dear sister-in-law of Colleen O’Gara. She is the loving aunt, great-aunt, great-great-aunt and great-great-great-aunt to many nieces and nephews. Ginger cherished her beloved caregiver, Niki. She leaves behind many other dear friends and family members to cherish her memory.
A gifted ventriloquist, artist, writer, and poet, Ginger found beauty and joy in sharing her creativity with those around her. Ginger had a love for crafts and playing games, and she cherished opportunities to connect with others and enjoy the simple pleasures of life. She found joy in creating, whether it was a painting, a poem, a bookmark, or a card, always with thoughtfulness and care. Her sense of humor and playful spirit always filled the room with joy and laughter.
Most importantly, Ginger was a woman of deep faith. She loved God and her Savior, Jesus Christ, with all her heart. Her life is a testament to His goodness, and she shared her testimony daily with all she encountered. We know Heaven welcomed her home with great rejoicing.
Visitation for Ginger will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Krueger Funeral Home, 13050 Greenwood Ave, Blue Island. On Sunday, January 26, 2025, visitation for Ginger will continue from 9:00 AM until the time of the funeral service at 12:00 PM also at the Krueger Funeral Home, 13050 Greenwood Ave, Blue Island. If you would like to contribute in Ginger’s memory, donations to the family or to Pacific Garden Mission are greatly appreciated. Interment private.