Veronica "Ronnie" Conroy, a long-time resident of Northern Virginia, lost her battle with breast cancer on Monday the 6th of March at Fairfax Inova Hospital.

Born in 1954 in Washington, DC, Veronica graduated from Bishop O'Connell high school and went on to receive a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from Mount Saint Mary's University in 1975.

Veronica began working at her father's pediatric office at 14 years old. Pediatric triage and front office support became her life's work. Nothing gave her more satisfaction and happiness than helping the patients from her office.

Veronica was an avid reader and would never be found without a book with her. In fact, she would say that she had to have the book she was reading, plus a spare. She loved the arts, and had a true appreciation for music, art, and handmade crafts. She spent many weekends combing through craft fairs, joyfully bringing home her treasures to enjoy and share with her family.

Veronica is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, two daughters, five grandchildren, two brothers, nieces, nephews, and many family and friends, all of whom brought great joy to her life.

A viewing will be held at Baker-Post Funeral Home, 10001 Nokesville Road, Manassas, VA 20110 at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 11th. Following the viewing, a memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM. Father John Sheehan of Church of Our Redeemer will be officiating. Following the service, a reception will be held at Stonewall Jackson Fire & Rescue Department located at 7814 Garner Drive, Manassas VA, 20109. Parking is located at Sinclair Elementary school across the street.

During her illness, Veronica participated in an immunotherapy trial conducted through the American Cancer Society. The trial was very important to her. She felt strongly that the experimental research was going to someday reveal the cure and she was grateful to be a part of this important work. Therefore it would mean a lot to her family if, in lieu of flowers, donations be made in her honor to the American Cancer Society, so that someday soon, no one else needs to die of breast cancer.