Obituary of Donald Kenneth Winkler

Donald Kenneth Winkler, age 91, of Moberly passed away on Thursday, January 10, 2019 at Moberly Nursing and Rehab. Donnie was born December 18, 1927 in Huntsville, MO to Walter Edward Winkler and Mattie (Leathers) Winkler. He remained a lifelong resident of Randolph County. On July 11, 1948 he married the love of his life, Juanita Dameron and they spent over 70 wonderful years together. Donnie was a hard worker and a great cook who enjoyed woodworking and spending time with friends. He was a family man above all else and enjoyed life to the fullest. Donnie is preceded in death by his parents; nine siblings; his three children, Donnita Ann Winkler, Donald Joey Winkler and Kendra Sue Forbis. Survivors include his beloved wife Juanita “Honey” Winkler of Moberly; son-in-law, DeWayne Forbis of Columbia; grandchildren, William Daniel Patterson II and Jillynda of Moberly, Scott Winkler of Linn and Mandi (Winkler) Payne of Navarre, FL; great grandson, Tyler Patterson and Josten of Sturgeon; great great-grandchildren, Martha and Loralai Patterson also of Sturgeon; extended family and close friends. Services celebrating Donnie’s life will be on Thursday, January 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at Pathway Memorial Funeral Home. A private inurnment will be held at a later date. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 17, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. until the time of service.