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GEORGE WINGER Obituary

George M. Winger, 82, was taken by the Lord on 12/25/10. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 30, 2010 at St. Peter's Church, Meyer and Holmes. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m Thursday at the church, where the rosary will be prayed at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Goodwill Industries, Inc. or The Rehabilitation Institute. A few words we use to describe him are intelligent, a classic gentleman who was kind with a warm sense of humor. He was a gentle man but a powerful litigator as a member of the Missouri Bar for over for 57 years. He was also an active member of the American Arbitration Association. George loved the Lord, his kids and his community. In his lifetime he was a member of St. Peters Parish, he served in the Korean Conflict, taught law at UMKC, a past president and member of the board of Goodwill Industries, Inc. and The Rehabilitation Institute. He leaves behind a wife, Joyce, of the home; a daughter, Mary, sons George (Chip), Christopher, James and Peter; and his sister Mary Swift. He also leaves 15 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. George will be sorely missed but we take comfort in the fact that he is with the Lord, his beloved first wife, Mary Jo and family members that have gone before him. McGilley Midtown Chapel, 20 W Linwood Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64111, 816-753-6200

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Published by Kansas City Star from Dec. 28 to Dec. 29, 2010.

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December 30, 2010

Pete and Family.. Be it known that your dad recieved the best Christmas present that he could have ever hoped for.. I never had the privilege of meeting him, but by knowing you and Chip, I can tell he was a great man!! Theresa and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers..

Your Friend, Gene Regier

Barbara Van Stratten

December 29, 2010

Mary, So sorry to hear about your father. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family through this difficult time.

Shelley Bliss-Sheppard

December 29, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

Shelley Sheppard

December 29, 2010

My sincere condolences to the Winger family. May God bless you in your time of need. Uncle Chip and family I hope that you remember the good times with your loved one.
Sincerely,
Shelley Sheppard
(Daughter of Gloria Rosas)

Dan French

December 29, 2010

Chip and Family,

My sincere condolences, your father obviously made a strong impression upon many people in our community and I am sure left you many wonderful memories to cherish. May God bless you with peace and grace.

Sincerely,

Dan

December 28, 2010

Grandpa

You will be missed more than you know. You are one of the few men in this world I looked up to and admired.

I hope the beer tastes good in heaven. Say a prayer for the chiefs while you are up there.


Love John

December 28, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to all the Winger family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the peace of Christ bring peace to your hearts.
Bob and Lisa Fernholz

December 28, 2010

George will be missed dearly by all of us who had any contact with him in our lives. He was a loving and very caring person and willing to help anyone at anytime. My condolences to Joyce, Chip, Chris, Peter and Mary and to all the grandchildren at this time. With all my love Lisa Winger-Hatten.

Pat Monks

December 28, 2010

George,
You were the consummate Gentleman. You will be missed by so many. Fortunately you always brought a smile when you came and always left us with great memories when you left. I shall cherish that smile and friendship. Godspeed my good friend!

Dana Chatlin

December 28, 2010

George was a dear man and I enjoyed working with him through his volunteer involvement with the Rehabilitation Institute. My sincere condolences go out to his family.

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