Patricia Marie “Patty” Winger

April 21st, 1941 - March 13th, 2025

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                  From all of us in the Straub Family to the Winger Family           We feel so sad over the loss of your mother. She meant so much to us from the good old  St. Joe School days at the  many swim meets and other events where we cheered and chatted.  No matter where we went together your Mom&#39;s personality was so “versatile”  that it always fit the occasion.  She was friendly to everyone, she was faithful to all the many sports our kids attended.  She was always there and always supportive of you, no matter if the games or meets were home or away.    Pat was even a good driver, especially when some of the meets passed the midnight hour and we finally left to go home.  We would usually follow one another back to St. Joe.    Pat was funny--she could put that witty humor to any situation--no matter to whom those jokes were meant for.   She will surely be missed. We enjoyed her so much.  The sorrow we feel will have to be turned into wonderful memories.  There is no doubt that the best times we had with Pat were showing us all that some people are special.  We will remember her for her beautiful smile and generous spirit    There was only one Pat Winger--and we all know her well. We will keep her soul in our hearts and share her memories in our thoughts and prayers.    We will be making a contribution to the St. Joseph Public Schools Foundation in her honor.                            Love from the Straub Family, Marie, Jim, Tim, and Matt.

Marie, Jim,Tim and Matt Straub

March 24th, 2025 at 8:58pm

My heart is heavy for the loss of my dear friend. I’m so sorry for all of her family , she was truly the matriarch. Working with her at SJHS were some of my fondness memories of teaching. Pat was a giver and her giving of herself was endless to all who knew her. So many students benefited from her motherly guidance. Rest in Peace my friend and may God’s eternal light shine upon you. Julie, I am sending my love and prayers and wish I could be there on Saturday. ❤️‍🩹🙏

Cindy Richey

March 18th, 2025 at 6:05pm

I attended high school in the early 90's and was in choir with Lynn. Mrs Winger volunteered for all of our class trips and quickly became a favorite to so many. She was an inspiration and her genuine love for people was evident. When I became a mom, I would strive to be like her. It has been a joy continuing to see her at the gates of football and basketball games. She will be missed but definitely not forgotten. My sincerest condolences to the family. I pray for comfort and peace for you all.

Jen Durocher

March 17th, 2025 at 5:06pm

Julie and family, She was one special person, girls often called her “soccer grandma”. Her, Dan and you all treated us like family when we moved to St Joe. She would always give Paige a ride home from school in the winter because Paige would not wear a coat and it would be snowing. We would laugh about it at the Kickers club. And laughed at all the different hats Syd would wear. She will be greatly missed. We are blessed to have known her. Thoughts and prayers We are so thankful to have met her and Dan. Sweetest people in the world. Even after we moved she always messaged us Happy Birthday and checked on the girls.

The Thompson’s -Hoot, Cristal, Paige, & Sydney

March 17th, 2025 at 1:28pm

Dear Winger family, Please receive my expression of deepest sympathy over the loss of Pat. I am not sure how long we have known each other, but it is a long time. She was a colleague, student parent and most of all a friend. I know you will miss her as will I. I wish I could express my thoughts in person but unfortunately I will be out of town. May the many memories of times shared give you solace and keep her with you always.