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Julius Wayne Winters, 78, of Stonefort, IL passed away at his residence at 9:10 am on Monday January 26, 2026. His wishes were to be cremated. There are no services scheduled at this time. Felty Funeral Home of Carrier Mills, IL is assisting the family with arrangements.
Wayne was born on June 25, 1947 in Saline County, IL to the late Rudolph and Ruth (Dempsey) Winters.
He married the former Rhonda Potter on June 26, 1998, and she survives.
Wayne proudly served his country in United States Army. After the military he went on to work for the coal mines for many years. He truly enjoyed working and providing for his loved ones. When he wasn’t working, Wayne loved to spend time with his family.
He is survived by his Wife: Rhonda Winters of Stonefort, IL; 2 Daughters: Terra Winters of Eldorado, IL and Randi Lee Layman of Stonefort, IL; 2 Sons: Michael Joe Basham of Harrisburg, IL, and Wayne Winters of Stonefort, IL; 2 Brothers: Melvin Winters and Gene Winters of Carrier Mills, IL; Sister: Elsie Johnson of Harrisburg, IL; 11 Grandchildren and 9 Great-grandchildren.
Wayne was preceded in death in by his parents Rudolph and Ruth Winters; 2 Brothers: Jack Winters and Rudy Winters and 3 Sisters: Carleen Doughty, Kathy Hughes and Judye Rann.
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410 Oak St, Carrier Mills, IL 62917

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