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Mary Winters

Feb 28th, 1919 - Mar 9th, 2017

Graveside Service:  10 a.m. Monday, March 13, 2017, at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Xenia

 

   Mary E. Winters, age 98, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2017, at Doctor’s Nursing Home in Salem.

   Mary was born February 28, 1919, in Xenia, the daughter of Kirby L. and Laura (Lee) Akes.  She married Beryl Winters on May 23, 1937, in Salem.  He preceded her in death on October 6, 1993.  Mary had worked at the shoe factory and as a waitress at a number of area restaurants over the years.  She and Beryl enjoyed fishing and camping along with their friends.

   Mary is survived by her son: Bob Winters (wife Barbara) of Ohio; 2 grandsons: Paul Peeler (wife Sherry) of Xenia and Michael Winters (wife Wendy) of New York; 3 granddaughters: Kelly Richards (husband Jeff) of Ohio, Beth Prosser (husband Allen) of Clay City, and Sharon Foust (husband Rodney) of North Carolina; 8 great-grandchildren: Paul “Buster” Peeler of Xenia, Kyle Richards of Ohio, Courtney Richards of Ohio, Jill Lomas of Clay City, Misty Lindeman of Clay City, Mandy Sullens of Clay City, Courtney Kidd of North Carolina, and Levi McVey of North Carolina; a sister: Margaret Fleischman of Texas; along with many nieces and nephews.

   She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a son and daughter-in-law: Paul “Bunk” and Dorothy Peeler; 1 grandson: Steven Peeler; and 8 siblings: Edna Baity, Velma Lenington, Jane Harmon, Laura Griffith, Eddie Akes, Alice Hambough, Norma K. Henson, and Blanche Akes. 

   A graveside service for Mary Winters will be held 10 a.m. Monday, March 13, 2017, at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Xenia, with Pastor Bruce Horsley officiating.  Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the cemetery.  Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora.

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Glenda Cooper

March 10th

Bob and Barbara and family very sorry to hear of Mary's passing, May God be with you threw this hard time. Love you all

Brenda & Gary Miller

March 10th

To say Aunt Mary was unique is an understatement. You "always" knew exactly what she was thinking, and never hesitated to correct you. Even in her 90s she would tell me if I got something "wrong" when we were talking. The many hours spent at her house are a treasure. As I look at the candles lit I think of the stairway to heaven and those that are embracing her. Love you, thank you for always being there for me.

Wanda Gish

March 11th

My condolences are extended to the family of Mary Winters, always remember her as a nice lady from Xenia, always enjoyed seeing her when I lived there, one of Xenia's finest.

Butch (Nephew) & Velma Akes

March 11th

Aunt Mary was truly unigue in her own ways....many hours were spent at her house when growing up...lots of memories were made...

Sue Hampsten

March 11th

So sorry for your loss. May you have special memories of your loved one. God Bless your family Dennis and Sue Hampsten

Rhesa. Eckelberry

March 12th

Sorry for your loss

Barb and Walter Cantrell

March 12th

So sorry for your loss. May all the memories comfort you all. Love and hugs for you all.

Trudy Zimmerman

March 12th

Love this family. So sorry for your loss. She was a major part of Xenia!!! Gonna miss her just knowing her was a pleasure at the Xenia Cafe

Norma and Ivan Barnett

March 13th

Sorry for your loss.Prayers for all the family.

 

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