Longtime Valley City Nurse Virginia Vincent Dies at 72

Ginny Vincent was known for her Christmas baking and thrifting with her sisters.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 8:59pm

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Virginia 'Ginny' Vincent, a longtime nurse at the Sheyenne Care Center in Valley City, North Dakota, passed away on March 27, 2026, at the age of 72. Ginny was born in Moorhead, Minnesota in 1954 and was raised by her aunt and uncle after losing her mother as an infant. She married Paul Romans in 1980 and had three children before later marrying James Vincent in 1998. Ginny was a devoted nurse who worked at the Sheyenne Care Center from 1984 to 2015 and again from 2021 until her recent retirement in 2025. In her free time, she enjoyed seasonal crafts, thrifting with her sisters, and baking Christmas treats to gift to friends and family.

Why it matters

Ginny's story highlights the dedication and compassion of healthcare workers, especially those who serve in long-term care facilities. Her lifelong commitment to nursing and her community involvement made her a beloved figure in the Valley City area. Her passing is a loss for her family, friends, and the patients she cared for over her decades-long career.

The details

Ginny Vincent was born in Moorhead, Minnesota in 1954 to Felix and Edna Mae Rode. After losing her mother as an infant, she was raised by her aunt and uncle, Luvern and Genevieve Tamerius, on a farm outside of Lynchberg, North Dakota. Ginny excelled in school, graduating as valedictorian of Chafee High School before attending North Dakota State University. In 1980, she married Paul Romans and they had three children - Michael, Melissa, and Matthew - before later divorcing. Ginny remained in her Valley City home until her passing. In 1998, she married James 'Jim' Vincent. Ginny worked as a nurse at the Sheyenne Care Center in Valley City from 1984 to 2015, and again from 2021 until her retirement in 2025. Outside of work, she enjoyed crafting, thrifting with her sisters, and baking Christmas treats to share with loved ones.

  • Ginny Vincent was born on February 22, 1954.
  • She married Paul Romans on April 12, 1980.
  • Ginny married James 'Jim' Vincent on July 18, 1998.
  • She worked at the Sheyenne Care Center from 1984 to 2015, and again from 2021 until her retirement in 2025.
  • Ginny passed away on March 27, 2026.

The players

Virginia 'Ginny' Vincent

A longtime nurse at the Sheyenne Care Center in Valley City, North Dakota who passed away at the age of 72.

Paul Romans

Ginny's first husband, with whom she had three children - Michael, Melissa, and Matthew.

James 'Jim' Vincent

Ginny's second husband, whom she married in 1998.

Luvern and Genevieve Tamerius

Ginny's aunt and uncle who raised her on a farm outside of Lynchberg, North Dakota after she lost her mother as an infant.

Cathy Rode, Fran Jones, Marge Rode, and Rosie Colville

Ginny's sisters.

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What they’re saying

“Ginny was such a kind and caring nurse. She always went the extra mile for her patients at the Sheyenne Care Center.”

— Melissa Nash, Ginny's daughter

“Ginny's Christmas baking was legendary in our family. She loved bringing people together with her delicious treats.”

— Rosie Colville, Ginny's sister

What’s next

Ginny's funeral service will be held on April 8, 2026 at St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Valley City, North Dakota. A prayer service will be held the previous evening on April 7 at Traditions Funeral Services.

The takeaway

Ginny Vincent's life was defined by her compassionate nursing career, her devotion to family, and her generous spirit. Her passing is a loss for the Valley City community, but her legacy of kindness and service will continue to inspire those who knew her.