Photo courtesy of Markwell Funeral Home - Casey
Dec 25, 1941 - Mar 10, 2019
Our deepest sympathies and prayers of comfort in your times of loss.
Amber Beasley Donna Todd
March 21, 2019 | Martinsville, IL | Friend
Sorry for your losses May God be with you at all times He will give you all the strength you need God bless
bob & marge hawkins
March 12, 2019 | Casey, IL | Acquaintance
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always! My thoughts & prayers are with you "Leota", extended family & friends. Thank you for supporting our Casey Turntable girls/Woman's Fast Pitch Softball Team! Your family has meant a lot to several people in Casey, IL, ECT. Please keep your head up the best you can Dear Leota.
Pamela Yealick Conrad Renner
March 11, 2019 | Marshall, IL | Acquaintance
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Stan & Cheryl Raisner
March 11, 2019 | Marshall, IL | Acquaintance
Maurice David Winnett, age 77, of Casey, IL passed away at 4:40 p.m. on Sunday, March 10, 2019 at his home. He was born December 25, 1941 in Charleston, IL, the son of Albert Jackson and Josephine Ruth Edman Winnett. On October 5, 1962 he married Leota Lucille Irby in Greenup, IL.
Maurice is survived by his wife of 56 years, Leota Winnett of Casey, IL; his four legged grandson, Harley; sisters, Marjorie James (Walter) of Channahon, IL and Linda Carlen (Steven) of Greenup, IL; brothers-in-law, Fred Irby of Casey, IL; Bob Kemper of Greenup, IL and Jerry Green of Greenup, IL; sister-in-law, Sue Wells (Steve) of Greenup, IL and many nephews, nieces and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Shawn Lee Winnett; daughter-in-law, Jessica Dawn Winters Winnett; brothers, Albert “Sonny” Winnett, John Dean Winnett, Clinton Winnett; sisters; Mary Lou Winnett, Maggie Brown, Connie Devall, Judith Green, Rose Marie Porter; sisters-in-law, Kendra Irby and Emma Kemper and 4 furry grand puppies.
Maurice owned and operated the Turntable Disco in Casey, IL with his wife and son. He worked for SKF in Casey and was President of the local UAW. He later retired from North American Lighting in Paris, IL. He enjoyed stock car racing, bowling and playing pool, many of which he received awards from. He always considered his lucky number to be #13.
A Final Prayer by Mr. Luke Sanders will be said at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Markwell Funeral Home. Visitation will be held prior to the prayer from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday at Markwell Funeral Home, 200 N. Central Ave., Casey, IL. Burial will be at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the family c/o Markwell Funeral Home, PO Box 175, Casey, IL 62420.
To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle or post photos, visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
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