Chester, Virginia Demenik

Virginia was born September 4, 1919 to Stanley and Valeria Machinski in Erie, Pennsylvania, and passed away peacefully Sunday April 12, 2020, at the age of 100, in Rochester, NY.

Virginia was preceded in death by her first husband of 49 years, Alex Demenik; her second husband, Edward Chester; infant son John Demenik; infant granddaughter Cheryl Montevecchio; and eight siblings.

Survived by her loving daughter and son-in-law Marian and Albert Montevecchio; grandchildren Deborah (Yves) Robinson, Douglas (Carol) Montevecchio, Diane (Theodore) Eckermann, Timothy (Kim) Montevecchio, and Kristen (James) Montevecchio; great grandchildren Nicholas, Marc (Emily), Jacob (Sarah), Brianna, and Garrett (Hayly Czubinski) Robinson, Alexandria, Albert, and Jessica Montevecchio, Marian (Eli Parker-Burgard), Lauren, Sarah, and Emily Eckermann, Brett and Michael Montevecchio; great, great grandchildren James Montevecchio, Marguerite, Rosalie, and Lillian Robinson, Carter Robinson; stepson Arthur (Alice) Chester; step grandchildren Nicole and Brian; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

 From a young age Virginia “Nana” helped care for her siblings and became an accomplished seamstress. That skill translated into a lifelong love of creating beautiful clothing and quilts for her family. She always kept busy and was an amazing bowler, puzzle maker, reader, pinochle player, gardener, and Silver Club member at St John of Rochester Church. Nana always made everyone feel special with her loving and warm personality. She would light up a room with her presence and positive attitude. We will always remember her love, quick wit, and boldness to say whatever came to her.

A mass to celebrate Virginia’s life will be announced later. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute to St John of Rochester Church in memory of Virginia.