WEST BATH — Virginia M. Ambrose, 91, died April 15 at Mid Coast Hospital with her family by her side.

She was born July 18, 1920, in Bath, the daughter of Albert and Helen Reno Sr., and attended local schools.

She worked as a housekeeper for many years at New Meadow Motel.

She loved family gatherings, going to yard sales and was an avid NASCAR fan.

Ambrose was predeceased by her first husband, Erwin E. Whorff; her second husband, Donald C. Ambrose; a son, Donald Whorff Sr.; brothers Albert, Phillip and Arthur Reno; and sister Mrs. Chester Swain Sr.

She is survived by her sons, William J. Whorff Sr. and his wife, Sandra, of West Bath, Chester D. Ambrose of Bath; daughter Arlene and her husband, John Coffman, of Sandusky, Ohio; 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and a very special nephew, Elzear Reno of West Bath.

At her request, there will be no visiting hours. A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

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