WINKEL: Frank
June 16, 1942 – October 6, 2016
It is with broken hearts that the family of Frank Winkel of Middle Lake, SK, announces his passing on Thursday, October 6, 2016, at his residence surrounded by family. He was 74 years of age. Frank was born on Tuesday, June 16, 1942, to Leo and Catherine (nee Ilg) Winkel at Bruno, SK. He was raised on the Winkel homestead near Pilger. Frank grew up through hard times and learned the value of hard work, determination and integrity early in his life. He graduated from high school in 1960 and moved off the farm into Saskatoon to further his education. That is where he met the love of his life, Carol Milner. They were married on August 15, 1964, at St. Francis R.C. Church in Saskatoon, and began their life together in Humboldt. Frank started his teaching career in Muenster, and in 1967 they moved to Middle Lake where he continued his teaching career until he retired in 1995. They were blessed with 2 daughters: Tammy on July 4, 1967 and Pamela on March 17, 1970.  While living in Middle Lake, Frank enjoyed being an active member of the community. He taught the Hunting and Firearm Safety course, was president of the Middle Lake Rec Board and president and secretary of the Middle Lake Curling Club. He was also the secretary for the Lucien Lake Fish and Game League, and a Church board member of the Canadian Martyrs Roman Catholic Church. Frank loved sports and spent many enjoyable hours with the local fastball team, either as a player or coach. After his retirement from teaching, he tutored many adult students who asked for his help in completing their grade 12. Frank was an outdoor enthusiast and appreciated the beauty and peacefulness of nature. He loved farming the homestead with his brothers until 2012. Some of his favorite moments included spending time with friends and family, as well as hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, playing cards, curling, bowling, reading, and writing. He was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.  Frank will be lovingly remembered by his two children: Tammy Winkel and Pamela Winkel (Heath Beaudry); three grandchildren: Brian (Shelene) Hoffman, Chris Hoffman, and Rebecca Kupchinski; five great-grandchildren: Dakota Hoffman, Savannah Hoffman, Ryder Hoffman, Eric Hoffman, Leo Hoffman, and baby Hoffman (on the way); one sister and two brothers: Madeline Schmitz, James (Mary Ellen) Winkel and Leon (Lois) Winkel; good friend, Eileen Kaun; and by numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Carol (nee Milner) Winkel (May 10, 2015); great-granddaughter, Cheyenne Hoffman; parents, Leo and Catherine (nee Ilg) Winkel; brother-in-law, Bernard Schmitz; and sister-in-law, Bernadine Winkel. The Funeral Mass was offered at Canadian Martyrs R.C. Church, Middle Lake, on Tuesday, October 11, 2016, at 10:30 a.m., celebrated by Fr. Colin Roy. Others taking part were: Ryder and Eric Hoffman, crossbearers; Madeline Schmitz and Tanya Malinoski, scripture readers; Cathy Jurgens and Adrienne Potter, intentions; Shelene Hoffman and Heath Beaudry, giftbearers; James Winkel, eulogist; Savannah Hoffman, memorial table attendant. Music ministry was provided by organist Rhonda Baker and soloist Shelene Hoffman. Urnbearers were Brian Hoffman, Chris Hoffman and Rebecca Kupchinski. Honorary pallbearers were Brian Hoffman, Chris Hoffman, Heath Beaudry, Dakota Hoffman, Brent Suer, Joe Fischl, Darren Minisofer and Bruce Winkel. Interment will take place at a later date. Memorial donations may be directed to either the Canadian Cancer Society or the Saskatchewan Wildlife Society. Schuler-Lefebvre Funeral Chapel, Humboldt, SK.
