Obituaries

Virginia L. McCombs

September 17th, 1934 – November 11th, 2025

Virginia L. McCombs, 91, of Cuba, IL, formerly of Astoria, IL, passed at 7:39 am on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at the Clayberg Fulton County Nursing Center in Cuba. She was born on Monday, September 17, 1934 in Vermont, IL, the daughter Ralph and Fern (Derry) McCormick. Virginia married Richard McCombs on December 23, 1953 in Astoria. Richard preceded Virginia in death on August 20, 2005.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, son; Timothy McCombs, six brothers; Dwight McCormick, Charles McCormick, Alonzo McCormick, Gene McCormick, Devere Derry and Otis Derry, and four sisters; Marjorie Sawin, Margaret Hopping, Opal Phillips and an infant.

She is survived by two daughters; Lynn McCombs of Astoria and Judy (and Michael) Caputo of Rushville, two sons; Mark (and Cynthia) McCombs of Browning and Andy (and Gail) McCombs of Astoria, eight grandchildren; Pat (and Susan) Spires, Alec (and Natalie) McCombs, Jordan (and Teresa) McCombs, Joel McCombs, Monique (and Ryan) Utter, Jacob McCombs, Taylor (and Savanah) Caputo and Jared McCombs, ten great-grandchildren; Gage (and Savannah) Spires, Garrett Spires, Grayson Spires, Amelia McCombs, Caleb McCombs, Emmett McCombs, Isaac McCombs, Nolan McCombs, Ella McCombs and Bianca Utter, one great-great-grandson; Stuttson Spires, three sisters; Josephine James of Macomb, IL, Bernice Sharpe of Cuba, and Shirley Dicroce of Denver, CO, and one brother; Dorvan (and Verna) McCormick of Astoria.

Virginia owned and operated Second Time Around in Astoria with her husband Richard.

Virginia enjoyed flowers and working in her flower beds, going to casinos, going out to eat, putting together jigsaw puzzles and playing BINGO. She loved ice cream and there was never a bowl of it too big. She was skilled at sewing and would sew her children’s clothes.

A private service will be held at a later date. Interment will be in the Astoria Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hughes Park.

Condolences

November 12th, 2025

So sorry for your family's loss. I got to know Virginia very well at the Fitness center--we had a lot of fun and laughs. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim and Deb Park

November 12th, 2025

So sorry for your loss. You're all in our thoughts and prayers. Very sweet lady. Daniel and Becky Hamm

November 12th, 2025

To all Virginia’s families. Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all. May you find comfort in knowing Richard & Virginia are reunited again. Forever . So many precious memories

November 12th, 2025

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each family member as you move through this difficult time.
Ronda Roberts

November 12th, 2025

I have many memories of Virginia growing up in Astoria.. she will be missed.. Deb adkins

November 12th, 2025

To the Family of Virginia McCombs:Sincere condolences to each of you in the passing of your loved one.God Bless. Norma Onion

November 12th, 2025

Sorry for your loss. One of the best neighbors. Prayers for the family.

November 13th, 2025

So very sorry for your family’s loss. Roberta Oest

November 13th, 2025

Virginia was always such a sweet person. Our condolences to all hrr family. Alice & Wendell Clanin.

November 13th, 2025

Judy and family, so very sorry to hear of your loss. Virginia was a great lady and will be missed by many.
Wendell & DeeVon Schisler

November 13th, 2025

So sorry for your loss. Marilyn Shawgo

November 13th, 2025

RICHARD +Frances McCormick sorry for your lost to you iam Charles McCormick son

November 13th, 2025

So very sorry for your loss. Enjoyed going to exercise with her. Nancy Carithers

November 13th, 2025

Judy, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. Thinking of you- Brent

November 13th, 2025

Our hearts and thoughts are with you during this time of grieving. May God give you peace and comfort at this time of loss. Paul and Carol Stambaugh

November 13th, 2025

So sorry for your loss.Enjoyed when she came into the store.Gailen and Rhonda Spencer

November 13th, 2025

Judy on behalf of your AHS Class of 1981, sorry for your loss. Sincere sympathies. Thinking of you & all your families

November 13th, 2025

Had many a good visit with Richard & Virginia over the years.Their daily visit to the hardware store. Knowing they are together again, hopefully brings you great comfort. May God give you peace and comfort. Pam & Tommy Trone

November 13th, 2025

My deepest condolences to you and your family, Lynn, for the loss of your mother. Linda L Windsor

November 13th, 2025

So sorry for your loss, sending my Thoughts and Prayers for All of the Family's. I always enjoyed going into your Mom & Dad's place up town. Both was so nice to everyone. Sue Palmer & Family's

November 13th, 2025

We are so sorry for your loss. Andy, Lynn, Pat, and Alec - Virginia was a very special lady, but she’s home with Richard now. {{{hugs}}} - Jodie & Robbins Kost

November 13th, 2025

Judy & family, so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you. Marian Fretueg

November 14th, 2025

So sorry to hear of Virginia's. She was truly a special person, I always enjoyed visiting with her when mom worked at the hardware store. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. Dean Southerd and family.

November 14th, 2025

So very sorry for the loss of your mother she was a wonderful special women. Tammy Baldry

November 15th, 2025

Very sorry for yourself loss. She was a special lady. Knew you family for a long time. Will be missed. God Bless

November 15th, 2025

Sorry for your loss. Great lady. Enjoyed talking with her and Richard at the store up town with mother. God Bless. Gary and Sheila Sloter