Robert J. Winkle

Robert J. Winkle, 94, of Georgetown, IL passed away at 9:58 a.m. Thursday October 25, 2012 at Provena Hospital in Danville. He was born on May 4, 1918, in Norwood, OH, the son of Jim and Hazel (Snell) Winkle. He is survived by his loving wife and life partner of 75 years, Evelyn (Stephenson) Winkle, who will miss him very much. Also surviving are his son Stephen (Joan) Winkle of Georgetown, grandsons, Brad (Donna) Winkle of High Point, N.C., Brian (Laura) Winkle of Georgetown, David Winkle of Fort Sill, OK, and granddaughter, Amanda Winkle, four great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Mary Stephenson and Betty Bell. After graduating from Norwood High School in 1936, Robert went to work at Cincinnati Milling. He enlisted in the Air Force during World War II. He worked at G.E. for 33 years and retired in 1982. Since retirement, he enjoyed gardening, woodworking, and travel. A celebration of Robert's life will be held at 10 a.m. Monday October 29, 2012 at Sunset's Houghton-Leasure Funeral Home. Matt Filicsky will officiate. He will be laid to rest in Georgetown Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 2-5 p.m. Sunday October 28, 2012 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Georgetown United Methodist Church. Please join Robert's family in sharing memories through his tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.