Ann Winkel
Ann Kelly Winkel, 90, passed away on July 3 from natural causes. Born September 24, 1929, in Louisville, KY to Frank and Pansy Kelly, she and her family later moved to Toledo, OH where she graduated from University of Toledo. It was at Toledo where she met Don, and they were married on October 30, 1954. Don and Ann were married for 46 years when he preceded her in death. Surviving are her three children Mary (Jackie) Ray of Gadsden, AL, Mark (Judi) Winkel of Amelia Island, FL, and Chris (Karyn) Winkel of Peoria, IL; and three grandsons, Jack, Adam, and Grant. Respecting her wishes, there will be no services, and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mercy Home for Boys and Girls in Chicago, IL…a charity special to Don and Ann.
Ann and Don were the “campus’ cutest couple” at St. John of the Cross daily mass. They sat in the same right side back pew. Though her heart was broken when she lost the love of her life, it never changed her joyful, witty manner. Ann was friendly and outgoing. What an absolutely BEAUTIFUL woman Ann was! She loved you children immensely as well as those grandsons! We were delighted to hear of Jack’s, Adam’s and Grant’s achievements and successes. May she be filled with joy in heaven with Christ and her beloved Don. Ann, pray for us all!
Sincerely, Irene O’Ryan-Fox
On behalf of Fr. Scott Donahue and Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, we would like to extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Ann Winkel.
May the angels lead her into paradise; may the martyrs come to welcome her and take her to the holy city, the new and eternal Jerusalem.
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the memories of Ann and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.
Thank you for the kind words and prayers, Irene. My mom and dad really enjoyed St. John of the Cross parish and the community.
Chris Winkel
I just received a returned Christmas card, that I’d sent to Ann. I knew her and Don through Dons work and loved them both so much. I’m so sorry for your loss during this very difficult year, but happy that she and Don are together again. They were an amazing example of Love. I will treasure their friendship always. ❤️