Virginia Marie Gardner, a resident of Winchester for four years, formerly a long time resident of Arlington, died August 3, 2016 at the Aberjona Nursing Center in Winchester. She was 94 years of age.

She was born in Jefferson New Hampshire on July 1, 1922. She was a graduate of University of New Hampshire with a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education and received a Master's degree from Boston University also in Physical Education. She is a retired physical education teacher for the Malden school system. She was an avid lover of field hockey and especially cheered on her team from UNH. She coached field hockey and softball at Malden High School for many years and was also a referee for girls' basketball. After her retirement she volunteered for several years at the Robbins Public Library in Arlington. She also enjoyed traveling, mostly to Africa.

She was the cherished daughter of the late Jack and Julia (Little) Gardner.

A visitation will be held at the Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home on Monday, August 8 from 10:00-11:00am. Burial is private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. For on line guest book visit johnbdouglassfuneralhome.com