Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1954
DIED
2018
FUNERAL HOME
DEBORAH WINKLER Obituary
DEBORAH JEAN WINKLER (Age 64)
Of Springfield, IL, died suddenly at 3:26 a.m. on Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at Regency Care in Springfield, IL. Debbie was born on August 26, 1954 in Minneapolis, MN, the daughter of Carl Emil and Margaret (Werges) Winkler. Debbie was a graduate of Wakefield High School in Arlington, VA. She most recently worked for the Prairie Educational Research Foundation doing research data entry. Prior to that, she was a zip coder for the U.S. Geological Survey in Reston, VA. Debbie was a member of Southside Christian Church in Springfield. She enjoyed playing the piano, singing in the Christ Church choir, gardening, yard work, watching movies, and helping others in the kitchen. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Irene Diane Cook; aunt, Irene O'Connor; and cousin, Greg Werges. Debbie is survived by her sister, Margaret Anne (husband, Richard) Katholi of Springfield; two nephews, Christopher and Benjamin (wife, Molly) Katholi; great-nephews and great-niece, Henry, Bridget, and Emmett Katholi; and her cousins, Phil Winkler and Larry and Sharon Werges. Cremation will be accorded by Butler Cremation Tribute Center. Inurnment at the Virtues of Life Columbarium at Roselawn Memorial Park will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to SPARC, 232 Bruns Lane, Springfield, IL 62702. The family is being served by Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. Please visit butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer your condolences.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for DEBORAH WINKLER
1 Entry
Z L
September 26, 2018
My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in DEBORAH WINKLER's name
Memorial Events
for DEBORAH WINKLER
Funeral services provided by:
Butler Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center900 S. Sixth St., Springfield, IL 62703
How to support DEBORAH's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor DEBORAH WINKLER's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
