Winona was born at home in 1931 in Kent Ohio, where she grew up. She married Richard Schelat in 1953 & was married to him until his death in 1991. In 2000 she reunited with her first love, John E. Garrett & they were married until her death.
Winona retired from Kent State University as a programmer/analyst where she fought for equal pay for women and against sexual harassment. She was a 4-H adviser for the original Tailwagger’s Dog Care & Training club for over 20 years where she influenced many young lives. Winona was an avid dog handler and a lifetime member of the All Breed Training Club of Akron. At 70 years of age, Winona & John embarked on a 12-week cross-country motorcycle trip. She loved purple irises, enjoyed the company of friends and family & could never turn her back on a corny joke.
She is survived by her loving husband John; children: Joe Schelat (Sandi), Scott Schelat (Karlena), Todd Schelat, & Shelli Nartker (Greg), Matt “Big Daddy” Garrett (Kathy), Roy Garrett (Debbie), Tanya Blevins , Carolyn Davis (Howard), & John Franklin (Claudia), 15 grandchildren & 18 great-grandchildren.
Winona was preceded in death by her parents Joseph & Pearl Shepherd, her husband Richard Schelat, brother James Shepherd and sister Mary Lou King.
No services are scheduled and private family burial has taken place at Drakesburg Cemetery. A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com.
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