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Winifred VANDERGRIFT Obituary
Winifred "Winnie" J. Vandergrift, 84, of West Palm Beach, passed away on Mother's Day, May 11, 2014. She made her passing surrounded by her family and friends in an abundance of love. She was born in Springfield, IL to the late Raymond and Jeanette Bullock. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Miami, College of Education and obtained her Master's in Library Science from the University of South Florida. She spent her career in public education. She was predeceased by her beloved husband and best friend, Donald Vandergrift in 2001. Winnie and Don were avid Florida Gator football fans attending as many home games as possible as well as traveling far and wide to away games whenever they could. They spent their free time camping with their family and volunteering as camp ground hosts. Winnie was a lifetime member of the Disciples of Christ Christian Church and she was a devoted student of the bible. Her greatest joy was the love of her children, grandchildren, and great children. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends and remembered as loving, kind, generous, not to mention a bit sassy. Not to be forgotten, she believed that "a little bit of levity" goes a long way. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters; Linda Considine of West Palm Beach, Kathryn Brown (Robert) of Big Pine Key and Charlene Sipila (Jim) of Lawrenceburg, KY, grandchildren; Andrew, Laurel and Anna Considine, Crystal McAliley and Linda Waite, great-grandchildren, Anna and Patrick McAliley, Kelsey Thull, and Scott and Naomi Waite. The family will receive friends from 5:00PM to 8:00PM on Friday, May 16, 2014 at Quattlebaum Funeral, Cremation and Event Center. Funeral Services will be held at 4:00PM on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at Tropical Sands Church, 2726 Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410. Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the American Cancer Society supporting Colon and Breast Cancer research or The American Heart Association.
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Janice Saxton
May 20, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of Winnie's passing. She was a special lady. She brought smiles, love, & sunshine into many people's lives. Especially dad's. I'm sure they will be watching the Gator games together again! ?
Betsy Brown
May 20, 2014
Winnie was always so welcoming to me, Tim, and our rowdy boys, hosting pool parties during our visits to South Florida. She was also clearly a wonderful mother as she raised beautiful children, one of whom we're lucky enough to have in our family. We send our love and condolences to Winnie's children, grandchildren, and all who loved her.
May 16, 2014
Condolences from all of us at the Palm Beach County Gator Club. Winnie was an avid fan and rode our bus to many games - she will be missed.
Sue McMunn
May 16, 2014
Winnie, I love your daughters Kathy and Lin. They are so gifted, talented and skilled and full of fun. May you rest in peace. I will always root for the Gators.
Prayers and sympathy to all family. Love, sue & Bert
Carol Ann Burson
May 16, 2014
Dear Charlene, Kathy, Linda + families ~ you all will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days ahead. Mom + I are so sorry and wish that we could be there with you girls. Love you all + will miss beautiful Aunt Winnie always, I admired her greatly <3
American Heart Association
May 14, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Griffin
May 13, 2014
Charlene, Kathy & Linda,.dear cousins...
Please know that my thoughts & prayers are with you all..I loved your Mom...she was always so full of laughter when I got to see her....always making things seem ok..she will never be forgotten..just remember the good times..please keep in touch with me..love you all...Miriam Griffin
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