OBITUARY
Winnie Beasley
January 23, 1947 – April 22, 2014
BEASLEY, Winifred "Winnie" Elaine Wintz, 67, passed away on April 22, 2014 at the Hospice Wing of St. Vincent’s Medical Center, Jacksonville, FL. She fought a three year battle with colon cancer with courage, grace and dignity. She was born on January 23, 1947 in Palatka, FL, to Landry and Aliff (Rich) Wintz. The second of five children, she grew up in Jacksonville, FL, where she attended Fishweir Elementary, Lake Shore Junior High, and was voted “Most School Spirit” and a Warrior Cheerleader. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, Class of 1965. She loved being a “Lee High Girl” and enjoyed the annual “Powder Blue” reunions. She was baptized in the Catholic faith and was a member of St. Matthew’s Catholic Church for many years. She began her career as a secretary for the Duval Area Planning Board from 1965 through 1969. She then married and moved to Hawaii, where she was the secretary to the project manager of the Honolulu Paper Company form 1970 through 1973. Upon moving back to Jacksonville in 1973, she was employed as the secretary to Vice-President of Farmbest Dairy, Inc., Jacksonville, FL from 1973 through 1976. In 1976 she began working in the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Jacksonville, FL as a secretary/stenographer until 1981. In 1981 she became the secretary and later the courtroom deputy to a Federal Judge. She retired October 2006 after 30 years of Federal service. She made many dear friends while working there, all of whom speak very highly of her and many stated “she was the nicest person they ever met.” She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and the “light of her life” – her only grandchild, Ryan, her “Doodlebug.” She loved spending time at her lake house in Keystone Heights, FL going to Jaguar games – season ticket holder – and collecting antique Jacksonville post cards. She was an avid Jimmy Buffett fan and enjoyed watching “Jeopardy” nightly. She enjoyed traveling and living life to the fullest. She was a beautiful woman inside and out, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Winnie was preceded in death by her parents, Landry and Aliff Wintz. She is lovingly remembered and survived by her only child, Brenda Beasley Prindiville (Richard), Jacksonville, FL, grandson Ryan Prindiville and loving companion of 27 years, Michael Foster. Sisters, Penny Spears (Claude), Young Harris, GA, Janie Earle (Neil), Bonnie Sealey and brother Tim Wintz (Charlotte) all of Jacksonville, FL and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Winnie’s memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. at Hardage-Giddens Town and Country Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL, followed by a gathering of friends and family in the banquet hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, 1430 Prudential Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207. Please specify colon cancer and indicate in Winnie Beasley’s memory. Our family would like to thank North Florida Cancer Specialist Dr. Uni Thomas and staff and North Florida Community Hospice for taking such good care of our wonderful Winnie.
Services
- Memorial Service Saturday, May 10, 2014
REMEMBERING
Winnie Beasley
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RECEIVE UPDATESJune 8, 2014
So sorry to hear of Winnie's passing...our prayers are with her family...Jim & Becky Stalvey
May 11, 2014
To Brenda, Mike and Family,
I was friends with Winnie for 60 years. So many good times and memories. I will miss her in curable laugh, her kind spirit and her friendship. But most of all I will miss her deeply. May God be with her, as I will I will be whispering her name daily.
love, Elaine Massouh Watson
Debbie Lee-Clark
May 10, 2014
The brightest eyes. The widest smile. An encouraging word. A sympathetic ear. My cherished friend. Winnie, this world's loss is heaven's gain. May you soar now on angels' wings. With loving thoughts,
Willie DOUGLAS
May 10, 2014
Worked in the Court system for 30 years. Winnie was such a pleasure to be around. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Willie Douglas
Neill McArthur
May 10, 2014
I met Winnie at Lee High School. She was a great friend with a wonderful personality and sense of humor. Later, I was fortunate to be reacquainted with her in the mid 1970's. I was truly surprised and saddened to read of her passing. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.
May 10, 2014
At this time of Sorrow and Loss,Our thoughts and prayers are sent to Your Family.We hope you find comfort in all of the cherished Memories of the Love and Time You shared with Winnie.They will always be there for You to keep.Be at peace with the knowledge that through the Power and Grace of God,Winnie's beautiful Spirit lives forever in Her Light and In Her Love.The Kelly Family
Joseph Kyle
May 9, 2014
My Thoughts and prayers are with you and your loving Family, Brenda. Winnie was a wonderful woman and will be truly missed by all. Be Strong, take care, and we love ya Friend. Joseph Kyle
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May 8, 2014
Brenda, Penny, Janie, Bonnie and Tim. I am so honored, privileged and blessed to have had your amazing mother and sister as my best friend my entire life. At times I miss her so much it is difficult to breathe, but knowing she is in my heart brings me comfort. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love, Dena
Matral Hallbrook
May 7, 2014
Winnie was such a beautiful kind lady. Have many wonderful memories of her sweet smile. Thoughts and prayers for her family. God Bless.
Carol Holliman
May 7, 2014
My prayers and love are with you and all your family. I loved Winnie and she will truly be missed by all. Carol and Ray Holliman
Debra Harris
May 6, 2014
Heartfelt prayers and our thoughts of deepest sympathies to Tim and the Wintz family.
Robert & Debra Harris and family
Candy Crosby
May 6, 2014
Dear Bonnie & family ~ our condolences go out to you and the whole family. We had many memories from High School, and have connected over the years. You and your sisters have always been so close, as we are in our family. May God bless you and comfort you, and give you His peace.
Pamela Mosher Murphy
May 6, 2014
My humble prayers and deepest sympathy goes out to Winnie's family and friends. She was such a warm, sweet Lady. She will truly be missed. Hold on to the wonderful memories you have of your time with her. They should bring you comfort in the days ahead. May she rest in peace.
Brenda Beasley Prindiville
May 5, 2014
My Mom and best friend. So proud and grateful to have such a wonderful Mother and friend. She will live on in me and Ryan and all who loved her. I miss her so much...but know she is Always with me. I love you Mommy forever.
Kay, Libby and Kellie Doane
May 5, 2014
Bonnie and Family, Our deepest sympathy to all. No words can express how sorry we are. Bonnie my dear friend you are in my heart forever and if you need me for anything I am just a phone call away.
Cynthia
May 5, 2014
My heart goes out to you and your family. Our heavenly Father invites us to draw near to him, especially during such grievous times. He is ready and willing to extend his loving arms to comfort us. He promises that if we draw close to him, he will allow us to enter into a truly precious relationship where we can have confidential talk with him as we would with a special friend ... Psalm 25:14.
May 4, 2014
To all her loved ones,
Loved her dearly. Will miss her terribly.. May she rest in peace in the hands of The Lord , and may you celebrate her life with beautiful memories, as you heal and hold her dear to your hearts. My condolences and prayers to each of you. She's beautiful!
Sincerely, Mellie and Rich Banjo
Leslie Olive
May 4, 2014
Oh, my goodness I am so happy that we have a big strong family. Brenda you are great person. Ryan will help you more than you know. I love you cuz so much. I am always here for you whenever needed. I still am wondering how you did so well, for as long as you did. I love Boo:) Leslie Olive
May 4, 2014
I am Carol Tucker, from chemo. I have thought of you and your mother often and wished I had gotten contact information. Ya'll were just like my daughter and me-always together there. I was so sad that day you told me she was going to discontinue treatment. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you-she was such a lovely person.
Carolctucker@aol.com
May 4, 2014
I am sorry to hear about your loss. During this time of great sadness, I hope that the family find comfort from James 4:8. It says, "Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you." Along with family and friends, may you'll also look to God for comfort.
Michelle Solomon
May 4, 2014
Brenda and Family - God Bless you all and may he give you the strength to make it through this rough time. My prayers are with you all! Sincerely, Michelle Solomon (WEC)
Angie Whiddon
May 3, 2014
Your mom is so proud of you, Brenda. I promise she is always with you! Winnie was a second mom to all of us. Her words of wisdom helped us through many teenage years. She holds a special place in our hearts, always.
Jodi Keys
May 3, 2014
“Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.” My heart, prayers, and thoughts to Brenda, and the family. Winnie was an amazing woman, it shines through in her daughter and grandson.
Steve & Ligaya Kerdman
May 3, 2014
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Brenda & her entire family Winnie we loved your cheery personality & kindness we will miss you & truly feel we are a better couple for having the honor to have known you, Steve & Ligaya Kerdman
Lucy Wright McCook
May 2, 2014
My heartfelt prayers and sympathy for the family and friends of Winnie. She truly was one of the nicest people anyone could know.
Susan Engelke
May 2, 2014
Janie and family, my sincerest condolences and prayers are with you all.
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Penny, Mom, Janie and Winnie - 1951
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Easter 1951
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1953
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Fishweir School 1954
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Winnie's Communion 1956
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Vicki, Penny, Janie, Winnie - Easter 1954 at Aunt Picks house
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Bonnie Jean Wintz born September 12, 1954
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1957
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School Days 1957-58 Fishweir School
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Penny, Mom, Dad, Janie, Bonnie, Winnie - Christmas 1955
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Winnie 1958
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Winnie Wintz and Kent Schmidt
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Penny in front yard - circa 1950
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December 25, 1963
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1962
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August 1962
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December 27, 1962
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Christmas 1965
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1968
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November 1974
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1969
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December 1969
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Win's first snow, a heavy snow storm just outside of El Paso, TX - February 1970
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Spring 1974
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Easter 1974
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November 1980
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Yankees Game, New York City 1981
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Winnie and Brenda April 1982
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Von Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, Vermont 1982
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1982
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December 1983
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Brenda and Winnie December 1984
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Me and Mom Easter 1984
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Winnie and Brenda Ice Skating Beech Mountain February 1985
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Mom and Winnie December 1985
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June 1986
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October 1986
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1987
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December 1998
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Savannah November 1998
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Patty Cagle Harvey, Winnie, Janie Wintz Olive Earle - Lee 30th Reunion June 1997
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Winnie, Bon, Janie May 1993
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December 1992
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October 1990
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November 1989
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October 1988
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Winnie Apalachicola, FL February 24, 2005
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Sister's Retreat April 2003 Siesta Key - Winnie and friend
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Baltimore October 2000
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Mike and Winnie on Levee in Carville, LA October 21, 2004
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July 1994
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Swing at Homestead May 2006
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April 2005
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Mom in Key West on tortuga 2003
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60th Anniversary of Mom and Dad August 2003
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Winnie at Jackson Square, New Orleans October 2004
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July 2004
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Brenda and Winnie Cedar Key Memorial Day weekend 2005
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Mom at Lake house July 2007
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Mike and Winnie Palace Saloon Fernandina Shrimp Festival May 2010
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Me and Mom September 20, 2008
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Ryan's Birth 2009
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Easter 2010
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Ryan's 1st Birthday
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Slumber Party at Nanas August 2011
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Ryan and Grammie November 2011
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Ryan and Grammie at Boone Park November 8, 2011
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Mom and Tim 2011
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July 2013 Miramar, FL - FL/LA Cousins Retreat
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Easter 2009
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Family at Janie's
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Mom's Birthday January 2014
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Ryan's Birthday September 2013
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Mom March 2014
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Mom Pensacola Beach January 2014 "ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS"
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