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WINIFRED SMITH Obituary

Winifred K. Smith (Winkie), 75, of Geneva/West Chicago, passed peacefully February 16, 2024 surrounded by friendship and love. Preceded in death by her parents, Irvin and Jacqueline Smith and beloved son, Jacob. Winkie was a 1966 graduate of West Chicago Community High School and went on to earn a BS Degree from the University of Minnesota. She was an art teacher for a brief time. Her true passion was becoming a Flight Attendant. Winkie flew for Delta Airlines for 25 years before retiring. Winkie then went on to work at the Geneva Library part-time where she made many good friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to: K.A.R.E. Area Rehabilitation & Education for Wildlife of St. Charles or Northern Illinois Food Bank. Services and Interment Private. Arrangements made by Williams-Kampp Funeral Home. Info 630-668-0016 or www.williams-kampp.com.

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Published by Daily Herald on Feb. 21, 2024.

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Nancy Lindenberg

May 25, 2024

Winkie was my dearest friend throughout college sharing our art classes and so many friendship memories. She was in my wedding. We remained friends despite my several relocations across the U.S. She was sweet, thoughtful, compassionate and so kind. I miss her.

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Jet Hawley

February 21, 2024

Sad news indeed. Winkie was a lovely person as were her parents. She was my girlfriend in high school and we remained friends thereafter. She married my college roommate. Her father was like a second dad to all the neighborhood boys. He taught me how to drive a stick and inspired me to be pilot. Wink was a kind, gentle soul.

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