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William J. Winnerling, Jr.

William J. Winnerling, Jr. 86, of Lancaster passed away Sunday, August 26, 2012, at St. Anne’s Retirement Community surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster, PA he was the son of the late William J. and Nida (Homsher)Winnerling. He was married to Margaret M. (Terry) Winnerling for over 66 years.

Bill had worked many years for the US government as a diesel locomotive mechanic for the New Cumberland Army Depot and retired after 32 years of service in 1978. A proud veteran of the US Navy, Bill served aboard the USS Tillman during World War II and received a purple heart for his faithful service during the war. He also was active in the Korean conflict. A member of St. Philip’s Catholic Church he was involved in the men’s club at the church. He was a member of the Moose Lodge #596, VFW Millersville Post #7294, and the Knights of Columbus. He also enjoyed fishing, gardening, and spending time with his family. Bill was a very loving husband, father and grandfather. The family would like to thank the staff at St. Anne’s for the special care that was provided to Bill during his time there.

In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by his children; Donna M. Steinmetz, of Lancaster, William J. Winnerling III, husband of Berit of Palmetto, FL, David Winnerling, husband of Carla of Pequea, PA, Jane M. Sweater, wife of Richard, of Lititz, James Winnerling, husband of Patricia, of Millsboro, DE and Paul W. Winnerling, companion of Len Goldston, of Charlotte, NC. He is also survived by a sister, Mary Prange wife of Gerald of Pinehurst, NC; 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his two sisters.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11AM on Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at St. Philip’s the Apostle Catholic Church, 2111 Millersville Pike, Millersville, PA with the Rev. Mark E. Weiss as Celebrant.  A viewing will be held at the church on Wednesday between 10-11AM. Entombment will be in the Conestoga Memorial Park Mausoleum with military honors accorded by the Red Rose Veterans Honor Guard and the Vet- 21 Salute Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Bill’s memory to St. Anne’s Retirement Community, 3952 Columbia Ave., Columbia, PA 17512 or to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. To send online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com

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Sorry for your loss.  I’ll miss him.

Love, 
Peggy Braun and family

Dear Aunt Marge and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.  Uncle Bill was a fun guy.  As I reflect on family gatherings at Nannie’s I remember the fun we had having the whole family together.  It was great to be gathered with all my cousins. A Holiday does not pass that our famaily doesn’t remember Nannie and the special times that we had with her.  I know, from the lovely pictures that Uncle Bill and Donna have sent to us reflecting your family gatherings, a holiday will not pass that you won’t remember the fun you all shared. Let these wonderful memories replace your tears with a smile.
My love to all of you.
Carol (Prange) Roscher

Dave,Carla and all of your family,
Losing your Father is so painful.
Always keep the GOOD times close to your heart.
you’re in our thoughts,
Lori &Dave Longenecker

Dear Marge and Family:
  Bill has led the good life…. as husband,loving father and grandfather in a devoted family who expressed their affection for him on every occasion. As son and brother, his easy laugh and humor made him a favorite of his mother and sisters. He served his Nation in time of war, was skilled at his trade, loved fishing, gardening and practiced an appreciative Christian faith.
  It has been our loss to have enjoyed his and Marge’s company infrequently and from afar in our retirement years. We thank Dear Donna for photos and accounts of his various celebrations that have kept him close in our hearts and memory over the years.
We share  your loss and love for this Great Guy, 
Mary and Gerald

Dave and Carla,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss.
If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
Our thoughts are with you in this tough time. We hope your mother is doing well.
Again, if we can do anything to lessen your burden, please don’t hesitate to call on us.
Rox and Ron

To the Winnerling Family,

Your Dad,( Mr. Winnerling, as we called him )was one special man. We were always welcomed by him and his family whenever we were at Dave and Carla’s home for Thanksgiving Dinner. He and his wife raised a beautiful family and he will be truly missed by all.

Our Sympathy and Love,
Dale and Faye Gordner

Aunt Marge and Family.

So sorry to hear of Uncle Bill`s passing.He will be sadly missed by myself and the whole family.I will never forget what a wonderful person he was and all the great times we shared.My prayers are with you and the whole family at this sad time. I know he is at peace in the arms of the angels.

My deepest sympathy
Bill Terry

To all members of Bill’s family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of great loss. I was privileged to be a part of many of the family functions of this very loving family, always surrounded by Bill and his wife, Marge. I will certainly miss his wonderful smile and hearty laughter at these events. I was truly blessed knowing this gentleman, who I always felt deserved to be called Mr. Winnerling, even though he insisted I call him BILL! God Bless all of you!

Wendell Funk

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Rick Hight & Lou Kielton
Baltimore, Maryland

PLEASE ACCEPT MY CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY JUST REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES YOU HAD WITH YOUR FATHER AND KEEP HIM CLOSE TO YOUR HEART.

THE CRUZ FAMILY

We are so blessed to have been a very small part of Grandpa Bill’s life, and for a very short time. The very first time we travelled to the US to see our daughter Shelley, Grandpa Bill, Grandma Marge and almost the entire Winnerling family made a trip to Lititz PA to greet us. We had the please of seeing Grandpa Bill every time we managed to travel over from South Africa, and we were made to feel as if we were family from day One. We shall never forget his laugh and his friendly disposition.

It was a privelege and a pleasure to have known you Grandpa Bill – one of life’s true gentlemen. Rest in Peace

Graham and Linda Jefferies

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