Linda Marie Wininger's Obituary
Big Rapids - Linda Marie Wininger, 70, of Big Rapids, passed away Friday, June 22, 2018, at her home.
She was born July 20, 1947, in Frankfort, the daughter of Joseph and Juanita (Adams) Dinger, and graduated from Greenville High School in 1965. Later in that same year, Linda married David V. Wininger, and they have lived near Young's Lake in Grant Township for the past 40 years.
Linda earned her Baccalaureate Degree in Graphic Arts from Ferris State University, and then worked in the printing department there until retiring. She was an amazing artist, with talents in many different mediums, including ceramics and stained glass. Linda also helped to paint backdrops and sew costumes for the many musicals at St. Peter's Lutheran School that her daughters were involved in. She had a colorful sense of humor, and was fun to be around.
Linda is survived by her husband Dave; 3 daughters, Melani (Kenn) Pickel of Traverse City, Amber Wininger of Billings, MT, and Danielle Wininger of Traverse City; 4 grandchildren, Ian, Edy, Kamryn, and Kaiden; her sister Julie (Mark) Sanders of Howell; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, and cousins.
A Celebration of Linda's Life will be from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m., Thursday, June 28, 2018, at the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Memorial contributions in Linda's name may be made for the Salvation Army, with envelopes available at the funeral home. Share a memory or express condolences at www.mohnkefuneralhome.com.
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