Victoria Oglesby

Victoria “Vicki” Oglesby passed away peacefully on Monday, March 16, 2026 in her home in Springfield, Virginia. She lived a long and meaningful life marked by kindness, generosity, and love for her family and friends.

Victoria graduated from Bethlehem High School in Bethlehem, PA and began her working life as a receptionist for a pediatrician, where she was known for her warm and welcoming personality.

In 1956, she married Francis “Frank” Oglesby. After the birth of their daughter, Elizabeth, they moved their family to Princeton, New Jersey. There, Victoria took on several temporary positions so she could spend time caring for her family. In the early 1970s, she became a secretary for the Princeton Recreation Department, a position she held for 22 years. Through her work, she helped support community programs and activities that brought families together, and she was appreciated by colleagues and residents alike for her reliability and friendly nature.

Victoria was also known for the warmth she brought to her home. She was a fabulous cook, who loved preparing meals for family and friends, often preparing massive Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts that became cherished family traditions. In her free time, she enjoyed knitting, painting, and reading mystery novels. Above all, her grandchildren were her pride and joy, and she cherished
every moment spent with them.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Oglesby, and her sister, Louise Heller, and her son-in-law, Brian Scanlon. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Scanlon; her grandchildren, Michael Scanlon and Deirdre Scanlon-Rohan (Danny); her niece, Karen Eisenhard; and her nephews, Zachary Eisenhard and Patrick Heller.

Victoria will be remembered for her generosity, creativity, and deep love for her family. Her legacy of kindness and devotion will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Victoria’s memory toSt. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.