Virginia C. Theodore

Virginia “Ginni” C. Theodore (née Schulz), 81, of Barrington, died peacefully on Saturday, September 26, 2026. 

Ginni was the loving mother of four daughters, Lisa (Carlos) Theodore-Gutierrez, Tina Mullins, Maria Michaels, and Dauphne Theodore; proud grandmother to Michael (Brittany McClung) Mullins, Tristan (Tara) Michaels, Teddi Mullins, Ellie Michaels, Carlos Gutierrez, and Georgia Gutierrez; beloved sister to Doug Schulz, Margaret (the late Stan) Tafilaw, the late Ann Marie Kieffer, Steve (Janice) Schulz, and the late Richard Schulz; and cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard Otto and Dorathy Marie (née Miller) Schulz, and her former husband, Harry Theodore.

Ginni was born in Melrose Park on December 4, 1944, and attended Oak Park and River Forest High School. Growing up, she enjoyed ice skating and excelled at tennis.

She was especially devoted to her family and took great pride in raising her four daughters, who were affectionately referred to as “Ginni’s Girls.” She was the heartbeat and rock of her family. Ginni loved to spend time with them, especially her six grandchildren, who she adored.

While raising her girls, Ginni worked in retail and was part of a local modeling group. Later in her life, she worked at Marshall Field's and Macy's for 19 years, retiring in 2020.

She was an avid reader, a devoted Chicago Cubs fan and loved to follow professional tennis. Ginni will be remembered as a warm light who went out of her way to make others feel seen and special. She had an open heart and made a point to show up for her loved ones. She lived her life to the fullest and will be missed dearly by all who knew her.

Visitation will be Monday, October 5, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., with a memorial service at 6 p.m. all at Davenport Funeral Home, 149 West Main Street, Barrington, IL 60010. 

Following the service, light refreshments will be served.

In lieu of flowers - memorial contributions may be made to the Barrington Area Library.