GEORGE-WINKLER-Obituary

GEORGE WINKLER

West Newton, Massachusetts

1927 - 2018

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WINKLER, George George Winkler "Wink" or "Coach" of Sarasota, Florida formerly of Newton, Massachusetts passed away on June 4th surrounded by his family at the age of 91. He is predeceased by his loving wife, Jeanne of 67 years. Beloved father and proud grandfather. He is survived by his 3...

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Nancy, Gretchen, Matthew, and families, I have been a Magnolia friend of Jean and Winks for many years. Although I haven't heard from them for the last few years, I continued to send Christmas cards with updated news of my family and friends. They were always in my thoughts. Sat on the beach with Jean in the Summer, enjoyed her company at Women's Club,had fun with our knitting group (She hosted my surprise birthday a couple of times, and visited them both in Florida. I have very fond...

Student at Weeks Jr. Hi when he student taught.
My Teacher and coach when he was at Newton Hi.
Student at BU when he coached there,
He was always Mr. Winkler!!
I have great respect for him and what he meant to me and hundreds of other kids.
A life well lived.
Rest in Peace Mr. Winkler
Steve Curley
Newton HIgh School 1956

COACH WINKLER RECRUITED ME TO BOSTON UNIVERSITY IN 1960 TO PLAY FOOTBALL . I PLAYED FOR THE TERRIERS FOOTBALL TEAM FOR FOUR YEARS GRADUATING IN 1964. GEORGE OOH RAH, SEMPER FI REST IN PEACE

To the Winkler family:
We are sorry to hear of your Dad's death. He and your Mom were good friends dating back to Newton South and Camp Osceola days.

We enjoyed their company and positive attitudes and are sure you have many good memories of growing up and maturing with them.