Lawrence Winkler

Lawrence G. Winkler of Hendersonville, TN passed away on October 23, 2016 at the age of 75.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Esther Winkler; sister, Kathy Winkler; and brother, Donnie Winkler. Wink leaves behind his loving wife of 54 years, Judy Winkler; children, Joseph (Teresa) Winkler, Jodie (Johnny) Hutchens, Jeffrey (Joy) Winkler, Jeanie Winkler; grandchildren, Elizabeth Levin, Joey Winkler, Corey Winkler, Jaylynn Winkler, Jeffrey Winkler, Maggie Winkler; great-grandchildren, Alexander Levin, Gabriel Levin, Colin Winkler, Sydney Winkler; mother-in-law, Edith Thompson; sister, Carol Schramm; brother, Randy Winkler; and loyal canine companions, Molly Mae and Becca Lou.
A romantic at heart, a kind and gentle soul, a family man ... these are the sentiments that are echoed through the minds of many in remembrance of Lawrence G. Winkler. He held tight to his family who meant the absolute world to him. He was always interested in their activities and never missed a game. Golf was his next love. Some might say he was born with a putter in hand as he played the sport every chance he got, and in later years, watched as much of it on TV as he could muster. On another note, the Cubs were his favorite baseball team, cheering them on in outstanding moments and during the very lean times. As far as a sitting sport, Larry was ever the casino enthusiast. --- ("Dang you, Judy!) Back in the day, "Wink" and Judy could really cut a rug! He loved any excuse to enjoy being with family and made every holiday and birthday a notable and special occasion. And oh! The rhubarb pie from Aunt Margaret ... he loved it! Not to mention tomatoes and salt, and of course, a cold Bud. He will be forever loved, missed and remembered by so many.
A Mass will be offered for Mr. Winkler's peaceful repose at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 28, 2016 at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 1729 Stop 30 Road, Hendersonville, TN 37075. Visitation will be held in private for the family. Entombment will follow Holy Mass at the Mausoleum of Hendersonville Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to St. Bertins Haiti through Our Lady of the Lake Church or to Room in the Inn.