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Chad Winters Obituary

WINTERS, CHAD - age 40 of Knoxville, passed away Monday, June 6, 2011 at his home. He was the owner and operator of Winters Auto Center. Preceded in death by father, Don Winters; son, Donald Morgan Winters II. Survived by wife, Debbie Winters; daughter, Anna Winters; son, Ben Winters; mother, Anna Winters; brothers, Mitch Winters and Randy Winters. Family and friends will meet 10:00 a.m. Friday at Stevens Mortuary to go in procession to Greenwood Cemetery for an 11:00 a.m. graveside service and interment. A funeral service will be held 8:00 p.m. Thursday in Stevens Chapel with Reverend Louie Branch officiating. The family will receive friends 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Stevens Mortuary, Oglewood Avenue at N. Broadway. Mr. Winters' guest book is available at www.stevensmortuaryinc.com.

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Jun. 8 to Jun. 9, 2011.

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Pamela Simmons (Edwards)

June 13, 2011

So sorry for your loss, may God be with you during this very trying time.

don starnes

June 10, 2011

one of the friendliest men i ever met. he touched a lot of boy's lives through the years in a positive way. be proud of that. my prayers are with your family.

melissa hawkins/ bullard

June 10, 2011

sorry for your loss chad was a great person i had bought a couple of cars from him and he never did me wrong on them i also went to school with him and he was a good friend then to he is in heaven watching down on you and his kids now he is your alls guardian angel so my prayers are with yall in this sad time may god bless each and everyone yall he will be sadly missed

Tammy Barr

June 10, 2011

Debbie, i'm so sorry to hear about Chad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless and be with you during this difficult time.

Erin Rutherford

June 10, 2011

Debbie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May God guide you and your children to find peace.

steve houser

June 10, 2011

I cant begin to tell people how special a person chad was, but if you spent any time around him you already know this. He was a GREAT FRIEND to me, I loved him like a brother.
My prayers are for GOD to lay his healing hand on debbie and the kids, as well as mitch and randy.

Jody Atkins

June 10, 2011

You are in my thoughts and prayers, I am so sorry for your loss.

Starla Huffaker

June 10, 2011

I am so sorry for you loss. I can not imagine what you are and will be going through. Pleas know you and your family are in my constant thought and prayers. I will continue to add you all to my prayers. I know Chad is resting in God's arms now...watching over you all. Please know if I can do anything for you I will be here....and am now in prayers. Hugs and love!!!!!

Shannon Arnwine- Wright

June 10, 2011

We pray that God gives you all the comfort that your hearts need at this time. Chad was such a wonderful person, now he is an Angel watching over you all. Please know that we are all here if you need anything.

ChAD&Shelly FORTENBERRY&FAMLY

June 10, 2011

R I P. CHaD.

tamira,tashea bridges

June 10, 2011

Rip Chad,i thank God 4 allowing me 2 have met u.u believed in me when no 1 else did.always helping & understanding everyone even if they didn't deserve it.prayers 2 ur family 4 their loss. such a good person gone 2 soon. u will be missed

Judy Kirby

June 9, 2011

I was so very sorry to hear of your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kristen Ward

June 9, 2011

Ben & family,

I'm very sorry for your loss. I pray that you each will find comfort in God's healing arms. He will guide you through. Praying for you each!

With lots of love,
Kristen Ward & family.

David,Tammy,Missy Faulkner

June 9, 2011

we are sorry for your loss .. we are praying for you.

lisa wallace

June 9, 2011

i'm so very sorry for your loss.my prayers are with you all.

the wallace family

Jerome, Karen, Justin Jarnigan

June 9, 2011

To the Winters family - We pray that god will wrap his arms around you and comfort you during this difficult time.

June 9, 2011

Debbie, Ben & Anna,
I was so sad to hear of your families tragedy. You are all loved and being prayed for by so many. I hope you are able to find comfort in that and know that God is watching you and is walking beside you even when you don't see him. We are all here if you need anything...you helped me through a rough time and I am here for you.
Love and Prayers..The Trigg Family
Steve, Peggy, Chris, Becca, Laura & Lexi

Kathy Evans

June 9, 2011

Mitch and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss! You and your family are in our prayers. Greg, Kathy , and Tyler Evans

Cleo "Ki-Ki" Morris, Steven Allen, Lennox Roper & Family

June 9, 2011

No words that I say will find you true comfort, but God's grace will grant you all the comfort your heart needs. Keep the memories of Chad in your hearts and he'll never leave you. Your family is in our prayers, always!

george & joy

June 9, 2011

With Our Deepest Sympathy, Mr. &Mrs. George & Joy Bryant JR. {georges towing} Debbie, Ben & Anna you are in our prayers & our thoughts, Chad Is a Wonderful Person, & Love His Family Dearly, We Are very sorry for the loss of a wonderful Man.

Patrice Deathridge

June 9, 2011

I am keeping your family in my prayers.

Cindy Elliott-Ludwig

June 9, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Winters Family. So sorry to hear about Chad
Greg & Cindy (Elliott) Ludwig

Amanda Snow

June 9, 2011

Ben and Family:

You all are in my prayers. Your dad is very special to you all and he was always there supporting you in whatever sport you were playing.

Tretina Duke

June 9, 2011

I don't know what words can be said to express my deepest sympathy for your family with Chad's passing. Please know that you will all be in our prayers and we will pray for peace that passes all understanding and for the Holy Spirit, the comforter, to come upon your family in this time of mourning. Please let us know if there is anything that we can do to help you.

With Love and Sympathy,

Tretina (Trena) Braden Duke
&
David Carter

Pat Graves

June 9, 2011

Please accept our condolences in Chad's passing. We're thinking of and praying for all of you.

Eddie and Pat Graves

bryan and tracy roderick

June 9, 2011

Praying for your family. Thankful to have known chad. We will remember you debbie and ben and anna in our prayers

Nikki Johnson

June 9, 2011

Debbie, I am thinking about you and your family.
Love you

JAMIE HAUN

June 9, 2011

Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and all of the family during this very difficult time.

Danny and Charlene (Spitzer) Atchley

June 9, 2011

Debbie and Family,
We are so Sorry to hear of Chad's passing.
It has been a long time since High School but,Danny and I can still remember Chad and You hand and hand walking down those
Old Fulton Hallways going to class and the look in both of your eyes of how much you loved one another.
Chad was A Great Person.
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you .

Gena Bullard-Burnette

June 9, 2011

Debbie, I also have not seen you since highschool and I am so sorry you are going through this. May the good Lord help to lift the heaviness of your heart, and please know that even though Chad is in heaven, his wonderful spirit will forever be close to you and your family.

Andi

June 9, 2011

Debbie,
I am so very sorry. We all have many fond memories of Chad. He will be greatly missed. We are here for you if you need anything and you will remain in our thoughts and prayers.

Amanda Snow

June 9, 2011

Ben and Family:

Please know that you all are in my prayers. I know that your dad was special to you all and he was always there to support you in whatever sport you were playing.

Cindy Rector

June 9, 2011

So sorry to hear about Chad's passing. I knew the Winters Family from growing up in the Lincoln Park community and attending Christenberry and Fulton. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Shelly Gentry-Guerra

June 9, 2011

My dear childhood friend. You are loved and admired by many. You were a good kid that grew into a great adult. I admire the way that you guided and helped our community for nothing more than it being the right thing to do. You make me want to be more like you and Debbie.
Debbie, I love you and can’t imagine what to say other than I love you. You Ben and Anna along with all of the Holberts and Winters are in my prayers.
Both families have impacted my life since childhood. You have helped me be a better person.
I love you all and you have never left me even when I am so far away. I am with you in prayer and know that you will feel the warm arms of prayer comforting you.

Shelly Gentry Guerra

Scott Weisgerber

June 9, 2011

Ben, we are sorry for your loss. You are in our thughts and prayers.
Scott and Stacy Weisgerber

Kelli and Justin Estes

June 9, 2011

Our thoughts and prays go out to Debbie, Ben and Anna during this most difficult time.

Teresa Jones

June 9, 2011

Debbie, I'm so sorry ....Hold tight to the father. He will help comfort you and your kids thru this difficult time. Chad will always be remembered, what a great guy who touched so many people's lives. Praying for the Winters Family....

Lisa Brock-Douglas

June 9, 2011

Debbie & family, I am so very sorry for your loss..I haven't seen you all since high school, but I remember Chad being such a sweet person.. from what I hear, he became a great husband, father, businesman & always a good friend to many people. I will be praying for you all, through this most difficult time.

JoAnna Nicholson

June 9, 2011

There is just no way to express how very sorry I am for your loss. Chad was a great guy, and I don't think that you could find anyone to say otherwise. He is now an angel shining his light down on us all from Heaven. My continued thoughts and prayers will be with the Winters and Holbert families.

Vernon Davis

June 9, 2011

We are praying with and for you Winters family. I pray that you find peace and love from this loss. Vernon Davis and Family

Ann Russell

June 9, 2011

Please accept my condolences in Chad's passing. He was a student of mine at Fulton and I share fond rememberances of him. May God strengthen you as you celebrate his life.

Susan Smith

June 9, 2011

Rick and Susan Smith

melissa, matthew, justin ramsey

June 9, 2011

so sorry for your loss. chad will be missed by all. may you find peace thru god. we will keep all your family in our prayers.

rick green

June 9, 2011

will be greatly missed.chad was good hearted and a good friend.and a awsome landlord..

The Staff of Stevens Mortuary

June 9, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

Tracy Davis

June 8, 2011

So sorry to hear of Chad's passing. We are praying for your family during this time. Greg, Tracy, Dustin and Tyler Davis

ronnie reynolds

June 8, 2011

Chads going to be missed,he touched our life in so many ways.prayers for the Winters family

Knights & Browns

June 8, 2011

To the Winter's Family:
We are so sad to hear about Chad. May the PEACE that passeth all understanding, comfort you now and in the days ahead. With Love and prayer, Jesse & Janis Knight, Cyndi, George and Geordon Brown

June 8, 2011

Chad was so good to help any one who needed him.God blessed any one who knew him,he will be missed.Chad we will miss you but we know we will see you again in Heaven.our prayers are with the family. Ronnie and Tina reynolds

Cyndi Knight-Brown

June 8, 2011

To the Winter's Family:
We are so sad to hear of Chad's death. May the PEACE that passeth all understanding comfort you now and in the days ahead. With Love and Prayer, Jesse & Janis Knight, Cyndi, George and Geordon Brown

June 8, 2011

I knew Don and sons from my dad, David Huchings, good family. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family. I pray that God holds you through this time of sorrow.
Charlotte A.

Ashley Lynch

June 8, 2011

Chad was a wonderful man. He was always so good to the boys he coached at Christenberry. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Scotty Biggs

June 8, 2011

Coach Chad was the best coach he has the biggest heart and he was a great man he will be greatly missed my prayers are with the family,

Sheila Robbins

June 8, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about Chad he was one of the best men that I have ever had the privledge of knowing. I have purchased a few cars from him and he was always willing with a open and great heart to help. Chad You will alway's be missed RIP friend.

June 8, 2011

BEN SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD AM PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW . WILMA DRIGGERS

ted miller

June 8, 2011

i know dons in heaven selling chariots he needed chads help love you my brother you were always good to me you trusted me you have wonderful family special mother the circle will not be broken one day iwill meet you my friend

Eric Cooper

June 8, 2011

Chad was a great coach and and father and friend and will be missed by alot of people.We're praying for the winters family during this time of grief.

Kristi Davenport Gass

June 8, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of this. May you feel the presence of God's arms around you, comforting you all at this time. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

margie farmer

June 8, 2011

Debbie so sorry for the loss of ur wonderful husband chad .Everyone is praying for u and ur children.

renee puckett shadrick

June 8, 2011

randy and mitch you all are in my thoughts and prayers ive known you all most of my life i hate to hear of your loss you all are great friends to have god bless you im praying for you and your family your friend renee puckett shadrick

June 8, 2011

Debbie, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Such a young man with a short life..But, GOD knows best and only takes us when he is ready for us to come home...My daughter,Leslie works with you..

Shelly Miller

June 8, 2011

Debbie- my heart is hurting for you. Our family is praying for you and the children. Hold on to the beautiful memories. Love Shelly, Dr Jamie Miller, and family

Michael Childers

June 8, 2011

Gone too soon, Chad. My prayers are with Randy, who I knew from high school, and the rest of the family. May God bless and comfort you.

ja'nean avans

June 8, 2011

debbie i am sorry for your loss. praying for you and your family.

shelley hughes

June 8, 2011

debbie i am so sorry for your loss.you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cathy (Foster)Anthony

June 8, 2011

Ann, Mitch and Randy, I am sorry to hear about the loss of Chad. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

David Noe

June 8, 2011

Debbie and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May God bless and comfort you.

Steve and Rita Cash

June 8, 2011

Your family is in our thought and prayer. Chad was a good friend and will be missed. All ways remember you will find peace in Christ.

DEBBIE MUTTA

June 8, 2011

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE WINTERS FAMILY AT THIS TIME MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU...YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS...

Robert, Michelle,Tyler,Cameron Stokes

June 8, 2011

Psalms.23:3 HE restoreth my soul: Sorry for your lost, Ben walk in the footsteps of your father keep his legacey going he is so proud of you.

Karen Pratt

June 8, 2011

I never met Chad but I know allot of his family. Erin my special friend I am so sorry about your Uncle. I know you loved him dearly. I love you and I will keep your family in my prayers. Mitch, Kim, Julie and Ann may God be with you in this time of sorrow.

Pat & Ernie Vickers

June 8, 2011

Debbie, Ben & Ann:

Chad was a wonderful man and touched many hearts. My son and I have never met anyone as kind and thoughtful as Chad. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and we are here for you if needed.

Robin Graves Gibson

June 8, 2011

Debbie and family,
There are no words to offer in letting you know how sorry I am to hear of Chad's passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. There are lots of good memories of all of us growing up at the ball field and at FHS. You couldn't ask for better people than the Holbert and Winters' families. All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Robin Graves Gibson

Cliff and Monique Reynolds

June 8, 2011

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

Felicia Wheeler

June 8, 2011

Heaven has gained a wonderful angel. Chad will be missed!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Debbi Longmire

June 8, 2011

Debbie,Ben&Anna,
We are praying for you so much right now. Just know that we are here for you and that we love you.

Steve,Debbi,Kayla,Bubba,Lynsea,Kiley & Amari

Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted.

Darrel & Terry Lethgo

June 8, 2011

Chad was a good Husband, Father and Friend. We will miss him dearly. God bless and be with you during this time of loss.

June 8, 2011

Debbie,
We will be praying for you and your family and know God will get you through these hard times. Love and prayers to your family.

Tammie Phillips Moyers

Randy Thornhill

June 8, 2011

THIS IS AGREAT LOST TO FULTON HIGH SCHOOL,ONE THE BEST LB I PLAYED WITH.
MY GOD LEFT THIER FAMILY UP IN THIS TIME OF NEED




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Vanya Brawner

June 8, 2011

Chad was a really great man and he will be truly missed. My prayers are with you and may GOD bless you.

Vickie (McMahan) Clabough

June 8, 2011

Sorry to hear about Chad. The family is in my thoughts & prayers..

Timi ,Tom Sherman

June 8, 2011

Debbie and FAMILY we are so sorry for your lost. Chad was a good man and friend.

Mickey & Peggy Jeffries

June 8, 2011

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

Robert Davis

June 8, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Traci & Zach Long

June 8, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Angela Carter-Martinez

June 8, 2011

Debbie, I'm so sorry for you and your family. I wish you strength at this time in your life. Chad was a childhood friend I will always remember.

greg and hollie hicks

June 8, 2011

we are so sorry for your loss. chad will be missed. god bless you debbie and your family.

Bart Satterfield, IV

June 8, 2011

Ben,
May it comfort you to know that your dad is safe in God's care now. And that friends are praying for you in your time of sorrow.
Your heart will always keep the wonderful memories of joyful times you had with your dad.
With Deepest Sympathy.
Classmates of 2011 and your "Boys" Fulton Falcons Football Team

Laura Swaggerty

June 8, 2011

Debbie, our prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God bring you peace and know that he will be with you and your family always. Chad was loved by many and will be missed.

Mark and Kim Pinkston

June 8, 2011

Our prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Your husband and dad was a good man. He will be missed. So sorry for your loss.

Mike Cummings, and Jason Morgan

June 8, 2011

On behalf of Keystone Automotive, we would like to offer our deepest condolences to your family. Chad was a good man, and a good customer for many years. The world has suffered a great loss in the wake of Chad's untimely passing.

Kathy Bunch

June 8, 2011

So sorry for your loss. May you feel the peace that GOD will provide.

Rodney and Kathy Bunch

Pamela Caldwell Kennedy

June 8, 2011

Debbie,Ben,Anna and family - I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I pray that God bless and comfort all of you during this tragic and difficult time. Chad will be missed but held so closely in so many hearts. My prayers will be with all of you.

Jennifer,Austin,Mykaela,Caden

June 8, 2011

Debbie,there are no words for this loss.chads heart and forgiving spirit were not of this world.hot tempered and funny at the same time.focus on his energy and memories to carry you through.Our thoughts and prayers are with you anna,and ben.God Bless You.

NIKKI

June 8, 2011

RIP CHAD YOU.LL BE MISSED BY PLENTY FOR THE GREAT GUY YOU WAS AND I APPRECIATE ALL THE THINGS YOU DONE TO HELP ME OUT AND I.LL NEVER FORGET YOU FOR THAT AND I HOPE YOU HAVING A BALL WITH YA DADDY AND SON RIGHT NOW AND JUST KNOW YOU STIL WITH US IN SPRITES.

MARTHA SEAY

June 8, 2011

I was so sorry to hear about Chad. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
May God bless you all. Love you all,
Martha Seay

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