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Frances Winker Obituary

Winker, Frances Fran (nee Maric), baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, suddenly from a tragic auto accident on Thursday, December 6, 2012 at the age of 49. Beloved wife of 28 years to Joe Winker. Dear Mother of Jessica, Nicole and Joe Winker. Loving daughter of Damian and the late Rose Maric. Sister of Theresa (Sean) Wright. Services: Funeral from the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Monday, 11:00 a.m. to Assumption Catholic Church - of Mattese, 4725 Mattis Road, St. Louis for a 12:00 p.m. Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. If desired, contributions may be made to Stray Rescue of St. Louis. Visitation Sunday 4-8 p.m. Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Dec. 8, 2012.
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Fran was so full of energy. I remember we went to the Cher concert. Our daughters were friends in the same class. Good memories.

Debbie Winston

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December 1, 2020

God Bless the family, my deepest sympathy for the family. I wil keep you all in my prayers. We love you Fran!
Kristy Brandt- Crown Vision Center

Kristina Brandt

December 17, 2012

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Maric and Theresa:

Marie and I express our deepest sorrow and condolences to your family at the loss of our Childhood Friend Fran. She was always a kind and gentle soul and we were blessed to know her and your family.

Sincerely,
Nick Ganim and Marie Therese Ganim

Nick & Marie Ganim

December 17, 2012

My condolences to the family of fran,she was one of the sweetes person i had the pleasure of working with,she will be truly missed.That smile,that soft voice that made every one who came in contact with her love her.she will be missed dearly.I pray that the lord give each of you peace/comfort knowing that Fran light shined through everyone she met.(co-worker washington univerity,center for advanced medicine.

Annette Allen

December 14, 2012

My condolences to the family of fran,we loved her dearly,the sweetest person i ever had the pleasure of working with.we will always remember that pretty smile.my prayers of comfort/peace be with the family,Fran is an angel up above now, as she was hear with us. she will truly be missed .Annette Allen (co-worker @ washington university)

December 14, 2012

I had the pleasure of working with Fran at OB/GYN Health Partners. She was a joy to be around especially when sharing stories about her family which she so dearly adored. I cannot imagine the grief you are feeling but may it be some comfort to all of you to know she will be missed and we all care. My heartfelt sympathy to your family.

Ann Gaskin

December 13, 2012

My prayers are with Joe and the children. I worked with Fran at Pet, Inc. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Sherri VanGrevenhof

December 12, 2012

I wanted to express my heartfelt condolences on Fran's sudden passing. I can only imagine how difficult this must be for your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Jennifer Klein

December 11, 2012

what a great and fun person she was; our thoughts and prayers to her family...

Mark Kiesewetter

December 10, 2012

Our prayers are with all of you at this sad time. Know that your Notre Dame family is holding you in prayer.

Maureen Turney

December 10, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and you family during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss, Ryan Edgar & family

December 10, 2012

May you find comfort knowing your CBC family is praying for you during this difficult time.

Nick Adler & family

December 10, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. So sorry, The Dierzbicki Family

December 10, 2012

I worked with Fran at obgynhp and am happy to have known her. We shared stories of our children and she was so proud of her family. We had our puppy talks too. She loved her little yorkie. I am so sorry for your loss. She was a good person, devoted mother and wife, and she will be missed.

Pam Cordes

December 9, 2012

Fran was a great person and I so enjoyed working with her at OB/GYN HealthPartners. She was so proud of her family and was ready to share pictures and events with all of us who were interested. I am deeply sorry for your loss and keep you all in my prayers and heart.

Cathie Albers

December 9, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this terrible time of loss. Please know the CBC hockey family have heavy hearts, and are praying for you.

Mike and Cheryl Hohe & family

December 9, 2012

Our entire family is very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts & prayers for continued strength as your family moves though this most tragic, and heart breaking time.
With Warm Regards, The Houska Family

December 9, 2012

I worked with Fran at ob/gyn. I am so sorry for your loss. Fran was a hard worker and lovely lady that was very proud of her family. She talked about you guys all the time. Prayers be with your family.

Jenn Beecher

December 9, 2012

My deepest sympathy to your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Kelly Feichtinger

December 9, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. Such a tragedy to lose a wonderful mom. Jessica, you and your family will be in my prayers as your mom is welcomed into the loving arms of Christ.

Jane Wease

December 9, 2012

We all are so sorry for your tragic loss. Your family is in our prayers. May you find comfort in the Lord as he wraps his arms around you all and prayerfully gives you peace. Donna Mild and the Entire Pastoral Care Team at Faith Lutheran Church

December 9, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of your family and you are in our prayers.

Tom, Kat & Josh Bell

December 9, 2012

We are very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family from the Chesterfield Midget AA team.

Michele Gremminger

December 9, 2012

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Laura La Chance

December 9, 2012

We are so sorry for your lose. Fran was a beautiful person and very proud of her family. She always had a smile on her face and she always took the time to stop and say hello.
Treasure the memories and know that her spirit lives. God Bless and comfort you all. You are in our prayers.

Dave, Lisa, Jessica, Kristina, Danielle, David & Michael Mungenast

December 9, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies from Dillards mens clothing department and mens shoe department.

Dillards Mens & Mens Shoes Associates

December 9, 2012

So sorry to hear of your tragic loss. May you find comfort in your memories.
JoAnn LaChance

December 8, 2012

I taught all three of Fran's kids in preschool. Fran was a remarkable mother and loved her children so much.
I send my deepest condolences to all who loved her and most of all - to her children.
This accident haunts me.

Phyllis Cass

December 8, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sharon LaChance Kelly

December 8, 2012

Deepest sympathy to the Maric and Winker family. I hadn't spoke to Fran for years, but have thought of her often and hoped that she was doing well. She was my very best friend growing up. I was very saddened to hear of this tragic accident.

Lisa Matthews-Orf

December 8, 2012

What a very sad tragedy for this young wife and mother. May God bless you and comfort you in your grief.

A St. Louis mother

December 8, 2012

Joe Sr, Joey, Papa and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you. You are in our prayers.

Kathy and Kurtis Mager

Kathy Mager

December 8, 2012

Fran was such a wonderful person for the short time i knew her. i worked with her at washington university and im so glad God allowed me to meet a angel. April Martin

December 8, 2012

our prayers for you and your family; our hearts feel your sorrow.

bryce and michelle meckes

bryce meckes

December 8, 2012

Dear Joe, Jessica, Nicole, & Joe:
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife and mother. You now all have a heavenly guardian angel watching over you. Fran would often text me to commiserate about her job or to chat about our kids and husbands. She always made me laugh. She had so much energy, she could run circles around me! Gosh I will miss her, and my sadness is only a shadow of what I know you are all feeling. Kids, be strong, your mother certainly was, and she was so proud of all of you. Lean on your friends, family and most of all our Heavenly Father.

Love,
Bob, Beth, Melissa, Matt & Megan Wallis

December 8, 2012

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Chris Uhls

December 8, 2012

My prayers are with you.....

Heather Schmidt

December 8, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked next to Fran at Pet for years. She was so much fun. She was pregnant with Jessica at the time and so excited about having a family. She loved life and being a mom. In recent years we communicated through the annual Christmas note and everything was about the family and how proud she was of them.

Joan Watkins

December 8, 2012

Fran was so full of endless energy and such a wonderful person! Joe, Jessica, Nicole and Joe, we are deeply saddened of your tragic loss! Rest in peace our dear friend!
With Deepest Sympathy,
Mike, Sue Connor & Mabry Shanahan

December 8, 2012

She was such a great person and friend. I am going to really miss her. My family and I are keeping her family in our prayers.

Melodie Katinsky

December 8, 2012

Rusty Allen

rusty allen

December 8, 2012

You have our Deepest Sympathy and Our prayers go out to the family at this time. Was so sorry to hear the news Love John and Kathy Ernst

Kathy Ernst

December 8, 2012

Fran was so proud of her family. May you find peace knowing that she will be watching over you from her heavenly berth.

Debbie and Dick Winston

December 8, 2012

I have so many great memories of Fran and her family. She was a very special lady and always made me laugh... Our thoughts and prayers for Joe, Jessica, Nicole and Joe. So glad I ran into her a couple weeks ago and we got to catch up with what was going on in our lives.. Rest in peace Fran...

Tracy Smith

December 7, 2012

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