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1949
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2023
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Steven Winski Obituary
Steven A Winski, 74, passed away at the VNA Hospice Center on Dec. 7, 2023, surrounded by his family. Steve was born on May 25, 1949, in La Porte to Jack Leonard and Rosemary Goldberg Winski. His mother survives.
Steve was married to his best friend and love of his life, Joie Shikany, on April 18, 1969. Together they had three children, Tim (Brenda) Winski of Longmont, Colorado, Jenninfer (Jerry) Heath of Trail Creek, and Joe of Michigan City. Steve adored and shared a special relationship with each of his seven grandchildren, who survive, Elizabeth "Libby" Heath, Eli Winski, Samuel Winski, Molly Heath, Sofia Winski, Matthew Heath and Jack Winski; and one great grandchild, Lorelei Walton. Also surviving are brothers, Ron (Susan) Winski and Michael Winski; and a sister, Betty Winski. He is also survived by sisters-in-law, Cynthia (Gil) Pontius and Deborah (Robert) Stevens; three nieces who were like his own daughters, Alexis (Miles) Pontius-Buell, Katie (Eyal) Ebel and Maggie (David) Fumo; and two very close friends, Dr. Roger Pecina and Dr. Dave Allen.
He was a longtime member of Sinai Temple where he served as president and house chairman for many years. He had the ability to meet and make friends easily and leaves behind many of those wonderful relationships.
Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, Dec. 10, at 1 p.m. at Sinai Temple, located at 2800 Franklin Street in Michigan City, Indiana, with Rabbi Fred Reeves officiating. Burial will follow at Sinai Temple Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Geisen-Carlisle Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions can be made to Sinai Temple, the Social & Learning Institute or the Service League of Michigan City.
To sign online guestbook or leave condolences, please visit: www.Carlislefh.com or 219-874-4214.
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for Steven Winski
Dennis J. Walker
May 10, 2025
.......... Steve, .......... Culver Military Academy ........... Battery B .............. although it is now long ago and far away, it all seems as if it was only yesterday .......... enjoy your new venue, old friend ................ and peaceful travels for eternity ..........
Greg Winski
December 2, 2024
Steve will be missed by all that knew him. By the way, he had a sister Lauren (Laurie) Asher who preceded Steve. She was omitted from the obit.
Whitney Clark
December 11, 2023
Joie, Carol and I were very sorry to hear of Steve's passing. We are thinking of you. Whitney Clark
Sue and Bob Falbo
December 10, 2023
To Joie and family. We were so sad to hear of Steve´s passing. So many memories growing up with you both! He always had a smile! Thoughts and prayers with you and your family. Love to you all!
Bruce Adams
December 10, 2023
Our sincerest condolences to the Winski Family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Bruce and Cara Adams
Warren Schacht
December 9, 2023
Jenny, I extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family. The loss of a parent leaves a void that words cannot fill. Your father´s spirit will forever shine through you, and his love will continue to guide your path. May you find strength in his memory.
Randy Welch
December 9, 2023
Dear Joie and family, was sorry to hear about Steve's passing. We worked as salesman and buyer for the railroad. He always had a smile and we shared more than a few ideas over the 17 years I knew him. He has a good man.
Diane Grams
December 9, 2023
Dear Joie and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our heart is full of sorry that he has left us during this time. Diane Grams and Tim Lace
Donna Kavanagh
December 9, 2023
To Joie and Steves children, and family and friends...
We went to high school together and we were all friends. I admired Steve greatly. He was always very good to the underclassmen. and he was one in a million in life...blessings
the Kavanagh family
trevor johnston
December 8, 2023
Sorry for your loss,I am sure he will be dearly missed by all.
I have some wonderful memories of times spent with Steve
known to his old buds as "no hair",may we always remember
his great smile and wonderful personality.
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