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Sally Winters Obituary
DECATUR - Sally Jane Winters, 78, of Decatur passed away on July 23, 2024.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 31, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home in Decatur. Memorials in Sally's honor may be made to your local Humane Society.
Sally was born on Feb. 20, 1946, in Decatur, the daughter of Alberta Bertha Behymer. Sally met the love of her life, Clyde Edward Winters, who precedes her and they were married on Nov. 24, 1967, in Springfield. Sally was a teacher in the Monticello School District for many years. She loved her students and the teachers she worked with.
She is survived by her loving daughter, Lisa Winters; grandchildren, Emily Manzella-Blanck (Scott), Rachael Richardson, Caleb Hall and Emma Hall; great-grandchildren, Lilly Manzella, Sofia Manzella and Mason Blanck. Sally is also survived by her brother, Charles A. Barnell.
She was a member of the Washington Area Retired Teachers Club. Sally was an avid reader. After working for the school, she went on to work for the Waldenbooks store. She enjoyed gardening and was known for her famous fried chicken. Most of all, she loved her family and her dogs, Charlie and BJ.
She is preceded in death by her mother; husband, Clyde; and her daughters, Kelly Hall and Sara Strater.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the family in care of Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes at brintlingerandearl.com.
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Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Homes - Decatur2827 N. Oakland Ave., Decatur, IL 62526
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