James Lee "Jim" Winger's Obituary
James Lee “Jim” Winger, 72, of Clinton, passed away Sunday, April 15, 2018 at his home. Services will be 10:30AM, Friday, April 20, 2018 at the Clinton Chapel Snell-Zornig. Visitation will be held from 4-7PM, Thursday, April 19, 2018 at the Clinton Chapel Snell-Zornig Funeral Home & Crematory. Burial will be in the Oakland Cemetery, Clinton. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting snellzornig.com.
Jim was born January 12, 1946 in Clinton, Iowa, the son of George and Lorraine (Kauper) Winger. He was a 1964 Clinton High School Graduate; shortly after graduation he joined the USMC, proudly serving his country for three tours in the Vietnam War.
On October 28, 1967, James married the love of his life, Eleanor Ann Plummer in McAlester, OK. They had four children together, John Lee, Lisa Ann, Jennifer Lynn and Jeffrey Lee.
James worked in the manufacturing departments at Caterpillar and Rock-Tenn for many years; he also owned a small fishing tackle business, Winger’s Tackle.
James was a member of Jesus Christ Prince of Peace Catholic Church and the AMVETS. He loved spending time with his beloved wife and family, children and grandchildren. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved fishing, hunting, shooting tournaments at the Morrison Gun Club and watching the birds and squirrels in his yard. James enjoyed watching the Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Bears and the Cubs.
Although he battled Parkinson’s disease for several years, he did not lose the fight. He passed away unexpectedly. James was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He touched many lives with his generosity, wisdom and kind heart.
Survivors include his wife, Eleanor; children, Lisa Stevens of DeWitt, Iowa; Jennifer Winger of Ankeny, Iowa and Jeffrey (Wendy) Winger of Winona, Minnesota; grandchildren, Rylee and Alyvia Stevens and Elliana and Remington Winger; siblings, Rosie Stoltenberg of Cabot, Arkansas, Jerry (Jeri) Winger of Green Bay, Wisconsin; Jean (David) Knapper of Lost Nation, Iowa and Mary (Bob) Knight of Orlando, Florida.
He was preceded in death by his son, John Lee at birth and his parents.
Memorials may be made to the family.
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