Service Details
A memorial visitation will be held for John at St. Patrick’s Parish, 1100 Erie Street, Racine on Friday, May 5, 2023 from 10:00AM-11:00AM followed by a Memorial Mass at 11:00AM. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Patrick’s Parish or St. Catherines High School. There will also be a memorial visitation held at Messiah Lutheran Church, 2026 22nd Avenue, Kenosha on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 10:00AM-11:00AM followed by a memorial service at 11:00AM.
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Patrick’s Parish or St. Catherine’s High School.
John Michael Winter, 89, of Racine, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 20, 2023 at his home of 4 years in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
John was born October 17, 1933, to parents George and Mary (nee: May) Winter in Evanston, Illinois. John enjoyed the finer yet simpler things in life, attending a symphony, a round of golf, and a long walk. He enjoyed a good conversation over dinner and playing card games with his family, especially during the holidays. He was an accomplished Duplicate Bridge player earning the member rank achievement of Diamond Life Master. John was a man of faith and his actions reflected this. He was an active member of St. Patrick’s Parish for over 50 years. He found fulfillment by serving and supporting his parish and the local community.
He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Dawn Winter; grandson, Thomas Winter, granddaughter, Kristen Winter-Cockrum; great grandchildren, Skylar Cockrum, Colton Cockrum, and Jack Winter; step-son, Robert Esser, ex-daughter-in-law, Nancy Ray; niece, Mary Harter; and partner of 5 years, Anita Brothers. John was preceded in death by his parents George and Mary Winter, wife, Mary Winter; son, Thomas Winter; step-grandson, Sean Esser; brother, George Winter; companion, Sally Keppler; and companion, Sue Smith.
John was a remarkable man, father, grandfather and companion. He has touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed.
A memorial visitation will be held for John at St. Patrick’s Parish, 1100 Erie Street, Racine on Friday, May 5, 2023 from 10:00AM-11:00AM followed by a Memorial Mass at 11:00AM. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Patrick’s Parish or St. Catherine’s High School. There will also be a memorial visitation held at Messiah Lutheran Church, 2026 22nd Avenue, Kenosha on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 10:00AM-11:00AM followed by a memorial service at 11:00AM.
Paula Pentrum says
He seemed like a lovely man. Bless him and those who loved him always.
Pamela and Jim Richards says
John was a neighbor for many years and a friend. He cared passionately about many things and you always knew where you stood with him. We will miss him, speak of him often with kindness for he was a caring, considerate human. His was a life well lived. Thanks for all John!
Mary Sue and Gary Langendorf says
John was a classic gentlemen, always kind and smiling pleasantly. We enjoyed visiting with him at the RSO concerts and anywhere else our paths crossed. He will be truly missed. Rest in peace, Dear Man.
Anonymous says
John and I became friends when I played in a bridge group with his wife Mary.After Mary died he was a frequent guest to my condo in Naples Florida. We enjoyed playing duplicate bridge there and attending the arts of music and lectures.John was the director of duplicate at the Y in Racine and insisted that I learn duplicate..he was most patient. We attended the Chicago Symphony many times and the Racine Symphony.
Unbeknown to many..John helped the poor..served at St.Patrick’s Church meal program ..he and his son remodeled a bath for a disabled man and donated food to this man.
John and I remained friends for many years and his Christian compassion for many will remain in the memories of many.
Barbara Hammes
Lori and Dave Wernicke says
John was such a wonderful man! I met him as he was a good friend to our good friend, Sally Keppler (Grandma Sally to our girls). John was always happy and so kind to those he was around. I will always remember how thankful he was when I would come stay with Sally (when her illness had progressed to needing care) once a week so he was able to go and play bridge for the evening. I would tease him that he was getting me away from baths, making lunches and homework at my house and so I was the one that was thankful. John took the best care of Sally and treated her so well to the end. I will never forget that. Dave was his “supplier” of shrimp for his family holiday events for quite a few years and we were always happy when he stopped over or when we’d run into him around Racine or serve with him at the meal site at St. Patrick’s. Rest in peace John. You lived a good and faithful life. Sending prayers of comfort to his family, Anita and his friends.