Gary Winckler, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024.
He was born February 14, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to Harold and Irene Winckler. He grew up in Chicago. Gary proudly served his country in the military.
Gary married Judith Shafer, who survives of the home.
He was a meat cutter at several grocery stores, including Green Hills in Savannah, the Trading Post, and Thomas Market.
Gary was a longtime member of the Bible Baptist Temple, now Riverside Baptist Church.
He loved hunting, fishing, and watching TV, especially political shows.
He was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Kristin Culver; and brother, Dale Winckler.
Survivors include his wife, Judith; children, Sheila Culver and Jeff Winckler; sister, Linda Ortiz; niece, Marrisa; and nephew, Johnathan.
Services pending, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory.
