John Winter Obituary

>WINTER, John David, 39, of Lithia, Fla., entered into rest April 5, 2007. John spent most of his adult life in the Tampa Bay area and was our friendly weatherman on News Channel 8 for the last 13 years. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kansas and had also earned a degree from the American Meteorological Society. He was a Methodist by faith. John is survived by his wife of six years, Karen Winter; father, Jack Winter, and wife, Grace; mother, Albina Schuster and husband, Ken; paternal grandmother, Kathryn Winter; sister, Kristy Hisey, her husband, Steve, and their children, Brittany and Blake Hisey; sister, Bethany Mathis; sister-in-law, Jennifer Hoyland, and her children, Austin and Matthew Bullington; brother-in-law, Jeff Hoyland, his wife, Tamara, and their children, Chad Wasden and Daniel Barnes; and mother- and father-in-law, Fred and Pat Hoyland. A memorial service will take place 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 10, 2007, at Hyde Park United Methodist Church, 500 W. Platt St., Tampa, FL 33606. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the The Rough Riders Teddy Bear Drive, P.O. Box 75892, Tampa FL 33675, or Hillsborough County Animal Services, P.O. Box 89159, Tampa FL 33689. Stowers-Brandon

Published by TBO.com from Apr. 8 to Apr. 10, 2007.
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I was just thinking about the morning Stacey had to announce this on the news. I was 17 then, 30 now, and still miss him in the news.
I Hope you are at peace.

Amanda

Acquaintance

June 2, 2020

Teddy Bear drive and John Winter, almost one in the same.
Miss your smile. Just wonder if you had known all who loved you, the ending would have been different?
Blessings and prayers

December 9, 2019

John you are still deeply missed. The Teddy Bear drive is soon approaching and it is always in your honor. I know you are watching over us. Love you and miss you.

November 10, 2017

I woke up thinking about you. First thing in the morning I would put on the tv just to see your uplifting smile, always a smile. I remember when you first got married, and you would touch or spin your new wedding ring. You were a ray of sunshine

Elaine Greene

February 26, 2017

Yesterday I thought about you and I pray all who love you have found peace from this tragedy. Gone but not forgotten John!

September 22, 2016

Dear John,

I'm watching News Channel 8 as I always still do, in your honor. Miss you much.

September 21, 2016

CRAZY finding this online. I was telling my husband today that we had this cute weather man in the Valley when I was fresh out of high school. I got to know the sports casters at the station he worked at, and would meet them all out and about. John was such a nice guy. I had a huge 18 year old girl crush him. He was in his very early 20s at the time. I was telling him that he had the coolest name for a Weather Man. John Winter. I came in to google search him, and learned of this tragedy. WOW... this is so sad. :-( I hope everyone that was close to him has been able to find some peace. Bye John

Liz Gilliam-Douglas

October 12, 2013

For some reason, today you popped into my mind as I was watching the weather online. As a child I remember waking up in the morning and you worked for Channel 4 news in Harlingen, Texas. I was about 11 years old at the time. I remember a commercial you did that stated, "As a weatherman I get asked all the time, is "Winter" a stage name for me"... that clearly stayed in my mind. You also stated that in our lifetime we drink roughly about 16,000 gallons of water. I am now 31 years old. 20 years have gone by since that was around, and amazingly it popped into my mind today. Today I decided to google search your name online and saw the sad news. I had not known of what happened. A tragedy indeed. John you were a great person and definitely you looked out for those in need. I am saddened to know you are gone in body, but I hope your spirit is well and alive. My deepest condolences to your family. You were awesome!

Daniel Martinez

July 9, 2013

Remembering you! Weather will never be the same!

Barbara McDonald

May 26, 2013

I still miss my favorite weatherman. What a joy it was to watch him.

Judith Riggs

May 25, 2013

I was The weather watcher for you John in Highlands County Florida for many years, I always called you and let you know how the weather is in Sebring and Avon park. When I moved to East Tennessee after Hurricane Charley, I heard the news about you, I was so sad about you leaving us. I still miss you and our conversations. I hope the Lord is taking care of you. You are in my Prayers all the time.

Mr. jan G. Loeb
Maryville, Tennessee

December 1, 2012

Hi John, You are still greatly missed. Everytime I hear a U2 song, especially "Beautiful Day", I think of you. I know they are your favorite band. I take comfort in knowing that your faith was strong, even at the end, and I know that I know...you are with God and all his glory. No more darkness, only eternal peace that exceeds all understanding. The Teddy Bear roundup is still in effect, and your love and kindness to others lives on.....Now go make God laugh, for He has lots to do taking care of us down here!:) I am sure he smiles at you everyday, for you always bring joy to the ones around you. -

November 30, 2012

You are remembered.

amy

November 28, 2012

john i miss you so much you were there for me you were like my dad that i didnt have. i really enjoyed seeing your face at the family reunions and seeing your face on the news. i wish there was somethin i couldve done to save you to stop you from the suicide i miss you so much and i will be waiting for the day when God calls me home and i see you, my dad, my greatgrandma and all of my loved ones that have went into the present heaven. i love you and i miss you.

andrea hoyland

May 14, 2012

Remembering

April 8, 2012

I have thought of you often these past few weeks. Happy birthday my dear friend. You are greatly missed.

SEAN HOOGSTRATEN

March 13, 2012

I have thought of you often these past few weeks. Happy birthday my dear friend. You are greatly missed.

sean Hoogstraten

January 21, 2012

I miss you, My Dear Friend! I miss our morning emails. I take solace in the fact that you finally have peace in your conflicted life.

Martha Tucker

December 20, 2011

I'm a long time viewer of Channel 8 News, and I was moved to express my condolences for John's memory towards his co-workers, family , neighbors,and friends when I hear of the call to donate teddy bears to the Rough Riders in memory of John.Your memories of John keeps him and his cause alive in your hearts, and well doing. I will remember his smile, and wit, and think of him also. May God Bless us and keep us in love.

Marion Arnett

December 3, 2011

i miss you john

sean Hoogstraten

October 20, 2011

You are missed everyday.

Donna

August 27, 2011

I loved watching John on TV. He seemed to be a gentle and kind soul. Even now, years later, he comes to mind. Surely he's found the peace he sought, but for those of us remembering him, there is a true sadness. I wish the best to his family, and I hope that knowing he is remembered so fondly is a comfort to you. Sincerely, Pam N

July 18, 2011

JOHN WINTER
I AM TEAR WENT YOU DIE
TELL GOD I SAID HI HOPE TO SEE YOU SEE SOONNN
LOVE YOURS BUDDY

SEAN HOOGSTRATEN

July 3, 2011

Every time I see the Rough Riders....you come to mind. You were a bright spot in so many people's lives, and I can only hope that your soul is at rest.

February 12, 2011

Almost 4 years have gone by since you left us but you're still thought of. You are missed. I've since moved from Florida but we miss seeing your face and hearing your wit.

Dawn

January 6, 2011

I did not know until today that John killed himself. I do not live in Tampa any more and did not hear the news. I am very, very sad. He will be missed.

December 6, 2010

Think of you often my friend.

Angie

November 15, 2010

Jennifer Holmes

October 29, 2010

I have thought of you often these past few weeks. Happy birthday my dear friend. You are greatly missed.

Mike Walta

September 8, 2010

Hey cousin John i just wanted to let you know im grown up now i dont live in Florida with my family anymore i moved to Tennesse with my older sister and brother. I work at Dixie Stampede now and i go to school in Pigeon forge here is a little something that i have written for you.
KEEP SHINING
By MONICA Hoyland
keep the light shinning down on me keep your eyes on me i dance and i may fall at times please put your wings around me and pick me up,i may cry but my tears with you keep them from falling to the floor with the love you have given me in the past you may not be here with me but your always going to be right beside me eaither leaning a wing to pick me up or just to keep me safe from the evil arond me that you seeand you will always be in my heart i miss you and love you

monica hoyland

August 27, 2010

My college buddy, my friend, my Brother....although you were in my life for a couple of years, you touched me.....your kindness, laughter, and smile will be something I'll never forget and will greatly miss. Although you never showed your pain or wanted to burden anyone with it, I wish you would have leaned on me. I pray you're in a place where there is no pain and your soul will rest in peace my friend. I'll never forget the fond memories at KU and I'll never forget you John. May God bless you and keep you safe forever...

Tom Leach

August 17, 2010

Sleep with the angels my friend! May God Bless and keep you always.

Dawn Brantley

June 26, 2010

I MISS YOU JOHN WINTER
YOU SEE SOON
LOVE YOUR BUDDY SEAN

SEAN FRITZ

June 23, 2010

John came to mind today, so I light this candle in his memory.

Melissa

March 16, 2010

i miss you i always think about you and all the laughter we shared together and how much laughter the family together shared its to hard to forget the insperation in my mornings john i still dont get why you had to go so soon your not forgotten i hope i will be able to see you in Heaven and while your up there tell my dad i said hello well wow i never thought my moms wedding would be the last time i got to see your smileing face and laugh with you i love you Cousin john

monica hoyland

September 12, 2009

Day late and dollar short, but you KNOW you are NEVER out of my mind or heart. I miss the calls to "stay calm, the storms are not heading your way", hope you keep protecting all of us.....love and my friendship always...miss you j, and davis!!! miss 218 also.....way miss that

tina

September 9, 2009

Even though you are no longer here, I still want to say Happy Birthday to you.
I miss seeing you and spending time with you. I still remember the cupcake I gave you for your birthday years ago.
Hope you are at peace...
CO

CO

September 8, 2009

guess my biggest question now is.......do you have any idea the impact you had on the tampa bay community and how much we all love and miss you??

tina

June 26, 2009

WOW!!! I was just talking to someone about you and the past and all of a sudden the "alert" popped into my email that the below message had been entered..Kharma??!!! we all soooooo miss you and will always love you. Just isnt the same here without you and those baby blues!

tina

June 26, 2009

It has taken me a long time to be able to stay composed enough to write this. John's loss hit me harder then I would have imagined. Maybe it is due to a kinship that I felt because John and I were fellow Jayhawks (KU'78), maybe because I too am a serious animal lover, or maybe just because I could really relate to his sense of humor. I looked forward to watching John as a way to get my morning started in a positive way and moving in the right direction. He just had this quality that told me that he would be a great friend to have. The day that I heard of John's passing, I was shocked and deeply saddened. I was bewildered by the senseless loss of this fine man. After that, I found that I could not watch the morning newscast without noticing the huge hole that was left by John's absense and experiencing the sad loss again. Eventually after nearly a year I finely was able to watch the morning weather and newcast again but still found myself constantly reminded of John and how he had such an impact on me and so many other people. I'm not sure exactly why John had such an effect on me. There must have been some kind of bond developed due to his presence and personality that was unrevealed to me until his untimely loss. To this day, everytime on turn on the TV to the WFLA-TV morning newcast, I still think of John. I still miss him and the pain of loss is still there, but softened more each day by the passage of time. I have gotten used to the new weather people, and I'm sure that they must be very nice, but they just keep reminding me that John is not there. God bless you and your family John. Rock Chalk Jayhawk!

Carl Bourne

June 25, 2009

wish we could have been there for you when you called, we love and miss you....hi to davis

tina/jami h

April 28, 2009

It doesn't seem like 2 years already since John has been gone. I still miss him doing the weather in the mornings. I pray his wife and family will find peace with John's loss and that John too is at peace.

Penny Lucier

April 27, 2009

I watched John for a decade in Sarasota before moving to California. I just found out via Facebook the other day and am in total shock and disbelief. What a total loss, an irreplacable man. Bless his family.

Melinda Marton

April 23, 2009

with every wind, rain, sunray, cloud, cold front, high/low pressure systems..... we think of you and dont really trust any other meteorologist. God we miss you!!!!

tina h

April 8, 2009

very hard day for jami and I....miss you terribly and still pray for karen and your family. love ,t

tina h

April 7, 2009

Two Years ago today ...
Memories and wishes of what could have been ...

b c

April 5, 2009

I always enjoyed John on TV. I still miss seeing him.

Kathy Worley

February 4, 2009

I always enjoyed your humor and looked forward to your weather segments - John has obviously touched many people. I never met john..Just a fan. Paramedic Williams

Ken Williams

February 2, 2009

Cousin John

We miss you so much you touched so many heart and helped me through everything well you were here with us i remember the last time i saw you it was when you spoke at my mothers wedding wow its so hard to know your not here with us but i remember all the good laughs we had and the love you gave to each and everyone of us at the family reunions well i wanted to tell you i spent 200 dollars to help children this christmas and did it with a smile on my face knowing you loved to give and that you loved helping little childrean well i miss you and love you im sure your an angel up in Heaven smiling down upon each and every one of us and i hope you got a chance to meet my father and you guys are great friends i love you

Monica Hoyland

January 9, 2009

Uncle John, it's been hard waking up every morning knowing that you're not here. You touched many peoples lifes. No matter what I will always love you and miss you. I will always remember all of the wonderful times we had and the one thing you loved is football and now ian going to succed in it cuz you told me I could and ian going to do it for you. I also wanted to tell you that this year I had 600 yards receving and 6 touchdowns and it did it for you. Everytime I walked out on that feild I knew you where right here with me watching me because I knew how much you loved watching me. But I just wanted to say I love you and miss you very much.

Austin bullington

January 1, 2009

When I put my bear in the box to go to the Teddy Bear Round Up I thought of you and how much we all miss you.Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Nan Gebhart

December 22, 2008

You mean so much to everybody and you were an all around great guy. You are loved by many people and everyone looked forward to watching you. You were a great guy.

jordan lowe

December 21, 2008

Another year without John and his beloved "Teddy Bear Drive." I'll bet all your Rough Rider friends miss you as much as we in the Tampa Bay Area. Rest in eternal peace John.

Susanne York

November 29, 2008

Hey my best Friend John. It was a shock when I left Florida to come to Tennessee after the storm in 2005. As everyone knows We e mailed each other every morning because I was your Weather spotter from Highlands County the city of Avon Park.

I got to Tennessee and a week later I heard about it and saw it on my computer from WFLA. John you where such a great friend, I gave you updates every morning , I miss you so much, and you Birthday has passed again. I guess you are doing weather in a better place.

GOD bless you for Ever and we will meet again when I get there to.

Mr. Jan G. Loeb
Maryville, Tennessee

Jan Loeb

October 30, 2008

your website is my inspiration

ted smith

October 29, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Ray

October 7, 2008

Your birthday "came and went", however you were not forgotten. You shall "forever" be the way we knew you ...

BL BC

September 20, 2008

There will never be another John Winter, still miss you, and may you rest in peace.

Jerilyn

September 19, 2008

We, at Tampa Bay still miss and love you. Rest in peace with God.

Carol Willard

August 23, 2008

Hi John, still miss your smile and wit.

shannon O

August 8, 2008

.....youll always be missed always! you were one of a kind unique at its best!.......god bless you now and always

LUISA DIAZ

August 6, 2008

Still missing that adorable smile, infectious laugh and great wit of John's. Rest in peace with God and all His angels.

Judith

July 7, 2008

did you pick my page on purpose?? funny man you are!!! happy 218 to you, love you and always will

tina

June 19, 2008

there is NO replacement for John, no way no how..........miss you....always

tina

June 19, 2008

Still missing you. Seems so strange that NBC has not found a "replacement" for you, I doubt that they ever will. Rest in peace.

Merle Anderson

June 18, 2008

It still seems hard to believe, Our prayers go out to his family...I cant think of any words ,except, I feel so bad for what you have had to go through...I myself loved Johns charm and shining dispostiton...God Bless the Family now.

formally Riverview Fl

Linda Bell

June 7, 2008

oops forgot to sign my name to the 218 days message....though you know its me.....miss and love you forever

tina

June 1, 2008

i miss you terribly, more than you will ever know.....i really miss the 218 days and you taking off makeup, that was always a funny.....love you and always will.........jami says hello

June 1, 2008

I can't believe it's been a year since john's passing wish he was still here miss his smiling face. god rest his beautiful soul.

Candice Hurley

May 30, 2008

I guess Pretty soon your page will not be Shown anymore its been a year John, I left Florida and we e mailed every Morning as I was one of your weather spotters in Highlands County, Now in Tennessee I miss Florida and of Course you to.
I still pray for you my Friend for many years. God will protect you.

Jan

Jan Loeb

May 29, 2008

John, I enjoyed watching you deliver the news and find myself thinking of you and your family quite oftren as I watch the news forecast now. I don't know why you did what you did, but if you only you would have realized how many people's lives you had touched ,and how you would be missed so I believe things may have been different. As we all loved you and we will miss you and your smile. May god be with you and your family.

Mary Green

May 28, 2008

The everyday people in our lives are a gift to us and many times we take them for granted. Let this stand as a testiment to let people know that we care about them for we never know when they may leave us. In todays "Fast Moving Times" we tend to forget this.

Brian Davis

April 23, 2008

JOHN,I can't belive it has been a year, I miss you so much.Rest in peace...

PAMELA BUCK

April 20, 2008

MISS YOU JOHN WINTER
DAY
YOUR BUDDY
SEAN

SEAN FRITZ

April 11, 2008

Rock Chalk Jayhawk-you must have been watching over your beloved National Champion Jayhawks tonight, just as you always watched out for everyone else. We all miss you and cherish all of the memories.

Steve Hisey

April 8, 2008

My prayers are with John today.

Linda Duarte-Benavides

April 5, 2008

I want to thank Channel 8 for doing a segment on depression and on John. It's hard to believe that it has been a year ago that we lost you, everytime we turn on channel 8 we think about you and we miss you. You were a bright ray of sunshine to the community and to the people who you came in contact with. Our family will not be the same without you here with us however I know that through the prayers of those you left behind that we and the family along with the WFLA staff will find some inner peace. John rest in peace never having to live another day with this illness that plagues so many - depression, and through our Lord I hope that somehow you know the love that you left here and the lives of so many that you touched in just a short time period.

Lisa Hoyland/Russell

April 5, 2008

John, it is as difficult now for me to accept, that one year has already passed since we lost you, as it was for me in December, on the one year anniversary of my best friend's suicide - my Daddy. I miss you both so very much, my heart still grieves greatly every day. You and my Buddy have both been walking through my mind for weeks now.
Wednesday, when I went to get out of my truck at work, before my feet hit the ground, I saw two pennies. Angels in heaven toss pennies to those they love and are looking after! I truly believe they are from heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with Karen, your Mother, your Grandmother, and the rest of your family as I know their hearts are aching, because mine is. We go on because we have to; it isn't easy, but it is necessary for those who love us and are still here. John, I know you are at peace now, and I am grateful for that. Now I pray for peace for the rest of us, who so love, those we have lost. Karen, I most especially think of you constantly; you are always in my mind and in my heart. I pray that your grief will lessen with each passing day. Let go and let God. He is holding us in his hands. That is what I had to do to get through the pain, as I love my Father so very, very much. As I know how much you love John. We will be with them again, another day!
I love you all and God bless you.

Marty Hunt

April 4, 2008

Its sad to say its will be a year tomarrow since John has been gone. And everytime I watch the weather I think of him. I grew up watching him. Since I was 11 years old. I even saw him on Oprah show. He was a great guy. John Winter you will always be missed by those who loved you and watched you.

Racheal Evans

April 4, 2008

John,
I cannot believe that Saturday will be one year since you left us. I am very glad that you were remembered these last few days on the news. It was so nice of Steve Jerve to do the suicide line in your honor but if you were still here we wouldn't have had to do it. I know that you are in heaven with Davis and your grandfather and no longer feel any pain but we would rather have you here on earth. I pray for Karen and your family everyday. You will never be forgotten your membory will live on.
My thoughts and prayers are also with Gail, Bill, & Jennifer and the rest of your family on channel 8. I know this must be extremely hard for them. With much love.

Stephanie Diaz

April 4, 2008

Tomorrow this area lost one of the friendliest most knowledgeable people we have ever known. He was"our" weatherman and our friend. We know it will be a hard day for his wife and we send our prayers and love to her.He will also be in our hearts.

Nan` Gebhart

April 4, 2008

IT DOES NOT SEEM LIKE IT HAS BEEN A YEAR. I WILL NEVER FORGET HEARING THE TERRIBLE NEWS ON THAT FATEFUL DAY. MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY,FRIENDS,AND TO HIS CHANNEL 8 FAMILY.

R L T

April 4, 2008

We cannot believe that it has been a year! I tear up still every time I even think of you ,John. You are still very much missed.

Cindy Overlock

April 3, 2008

Very sad as we come up to the one year anniversary of your leaving. I pray every morning for your family.

Mary Ann Harrell

April 3, 2008

my daughter and i are DREADING saturday which will be the one year mark since john left us. i am worried sick about karen, and us...........he was wayyyy loved

tina

April 3, 2008

I WAS BLOWN AWAY WHEN I HEARD THIS WE WORKED TOGETHER IN KC I AM DEEPLY SADDEN

JB MARTIN

March 31, 2008

I decided to "google" Johns name today. We exchanged emails a couple of years ago and said we would get together soon. I am now in tears with this news. He was my roomate at KU. And we became good freinds. I am saddened that we could not have talked. I hope to see you again John.

Jeff

March 18, 2008

How death of all kinds affect everyone I loved watching John's weather reports and loved that he helped chldren who needed help

Tricia Morehead

March 11, 2008

...my school project was to find someone in the united states with the same name as me, contact them, and write a report. And i found you. we talked about how our last name was a trouble in the areas we live in...cause i lived in maine where its winter all the time, and you were a meteorologist who delt with weather=] i saw that you had passed on youtube and was deeply sad. you seemed like a great guy, and for all who shared any moment of time with you, may they be well. my prayers are there for your family and you.

John Winter (the one from up north=])

John Winter

February 27, 2008

Your e-mail address is still in my address book. I miss our messages back and forth about Brownsville,TX and Frankie Fontaine of whom I am a big fan. Your work here in life was of a very good purpose John. I miss you my friend.

Charlie Childes

February 21, 2008

I WATCHED THE PARADE & KEPT LOOKING FOR YOU. GAYLE & BOB EVEN SAID HOW MUCH YOU WERE MISSED. ALL OF HILLSBOROUGH MISS YOU FOR THE PARADE & THE TEDDY BEAR DRIVE. NOTHING WILL EVER BE THE SAME WITH OUT YOUR SMILING FACE.

SANDY C

February 1, 2008

I was in tears when I heard You Be Missed

Edwin Van Durme

January 29, 2008

hey you. heard our song today and Jami started crying....218 again to you. you are soooooooooooooo missed. the heavens are lucky to have you because damn we all miss you. If Karen EVER needs anything i hope she will write me and ask.. she had a VERY special man, the wedding was perfect, she was beautiful as always and i know she has to be hurting more than any of us could know. we loved you (jami and I) in a different way....what a kind caring and true friend you are...not were.....it hurts daily.. tell davis and your grandpa hello...will davis let him out of your apartment? silly dog......

January 27, 2008

John is going to be a year soon since you left. Tampa Bay still misses you. I hope that what happened with you has opened peoples eyes and help many.

A. M.

January 25, 2008

Still miss you John. You and Gayle and Bill were such a great team. It isn't the same without you. My heart goes out to Karen and your family.

January 23, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the Winter family. I understand the pain you are dealing with...I have the same pain...my husband took his life last summer. Awareness is so important...prevention is the only cure. I lived in Tampa Bay up until 2006, and I loved John! So upbeat and spirited...he is greatly missed.

Annette Zaripov

January 14, 2008

John,This will be the first Gasparilla parade without you. It
won't be the same. I can't believe
that on April 5 it will be one year
that you left us. I was listening to "Empty Garden" by Elton John and it reminded me so much of you.
You are still loved & dearly missed.

Stephanie Diaz

January 12, 2008

I thought of John this weeek as his Kansas Jayhawks won there football game at the Orange Bowl. He and I both attended KU> We miss him dearly and pray for his family.

Nan Gebhart

January 8, 2008

Hi John, still miss your smile, sure wish there were some pictures of you here. You were always so upbeat, but i know you are in a better place.
Shannon

January 7, 2008

I can't believe your gone!! I miss your warm and caring smile. You'll never be forgotten.

Chris

January 5, 2008

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To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support John's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

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Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

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Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

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The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

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Ways to honor John Winter's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

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Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

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Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

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How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

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