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In Loving Memory of

Wendell L. Winkler

July 9th, 1931 - August 29th, 2023

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Wendell L. “Joe” Winkler passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on August 29, 2023 in the Uniontown Hospital. He was born July 9, 1931, a lifelong resident of Uniontown, PA. He was the loving son of Joseph and Rose Winkler. He was preceded in death by one sister, Rosemarie Lopick.  He was a member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church. He enlisted in the US Navy in 1948, honorably discharged in 1951. He served on the ships USS Spokane and USS Bayfield.  Wendell was the loving and devoted husband of Betty Jane (Tony) Winkler, formerly of Bobtown, PA, so thankful to God for giving us 64 years of wonderful memories together while raising our children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, so blessed. He will be sadly missed by his children, daughter Debra Winkler (Clete) Powers of Hopwood, sons David (Kathleen Hajek) Winkler of McClellantown, PA and Joseph (Laura Golder) Winkler of Springfield, VA. Most important to him was his 7 grandchildren, Dr. Jodi Mrosko (Dr. Michael) of Sacramento, CA, Jamie Barney (Paul) of Mentor, OH, Jeremy Winkler and Noelle Sampson (Eric) Both of Uniontown, Emma Rae, Lucia and Luke Winkler, all of Springfield, VA, also adored his 5 great grandchildren, Grayson, Cecilia, Sammy, Eliza Jane and Piper Jane. He also loved and admired his many nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of lifelong friends and wonderful neighbors. Wendell was employed at West Penn Power for 28 years. He enjoyed his memberships in various Sportsman’s clubs, especially Trap shooting and loved hunting with his sons and friends. He was a lifelong member of the DAV and a member of the AMVETS Post 103 of Hopwood. Enjoyed being witty and telling stories and sharing his wisdom. He also sang songs with his grandchildren. A special thank you to Pastor Kevin Anderson for his many blessings and prayers and for officiating at his service. Thanks for the assistance from Amedisys from their aides, nurses and social workers. Friends will be received at the Stephen R. Haky Funeral Home, 603 N. Gallatin Ave. Ext., Uniontown on Friday from 2-4 & 6-8 PM and continues on Saturday till the Funeral Service at 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Entombment will be in Sylvan Heights Cemetery Mausoleum where full military honors will be accorded. Until we meet again in Heaven, Our best is yet to come. We thank you for your love and devotion. Donations may be made to St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 71 N. Gallatin Ave, Uniontown PA 15401 in his memory. Your personal written tributes and memories are welcome and encouraged at www.hakyfuneralhome.com

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VISITATION

Date & Time Fri, Sep 01, 2023
02:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Address Stephen R. Haky Funeral Home
603 N Gallatin Avenue Ext.
Uniontown, PA 15401

VISITATION

Date & Time Fri, Sep 01, 2023
06:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Address Stephen R. Haky Funeral Home
603 N Gallatin Avenue Ext.
Uniontown, PA 15401

FUNERAL SERVICE

Date & Time Saturday 09/02/2023 at 11:00 AM

Address Stephen R. Haky Funeral Home
603 N. Gallatin Ave. Ext.
Uniontown, PA 15401

BURIAL INFORMATION

Date & Time Saturday 09/02/2023 at 11:45 AM

Address Sylvan Heights Cemetery
603 N Gallatin Avenue
Uniontown, PA 15401

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