John C. Winton

Peacefully and surrounded by his family, John C. Winton passed away on March 25, 2021 at the age of 78 years. John was born on September 8, 1942 in Rocky River, Ohio to James and Anna Mary (nee Crerar) Winton. John will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 56 years, Susan (nee Fitz-Gibbon), whom he met at The Ohio State University. Dear brother of Jim (Jan) Winton and Alix (Ralph) Miller. Loving father of Lisa (Patrick) Schmitz, Jay (Lora), Matt (Megan), Andrew (Darcy) Winton. Proud grandpa of PJ, Chloe, Carter, Alexander, Matthew, Katelyn, Sean, Christopher and Mason. Fond brother-in law of Carol Showalter and Jane McKenna. Fond uncle of Michael, Brady, Paul, Ian, Keir, Sorel, Joe, Andrea and Amy. Fond cousin of Laura, Jeannie, John, Janet, Jackie, Joan and Charlie. John retired as the CFO of The Martin-Brower Company. He enjoyed being a member of the Elmhurst Jaycees and was a valuable Emeritus board member of the Northern Illinois Food Bank. He embodied the true spirit of what it means to live life to the fullest, whether it was boating, playing tennis, golfing or traveling. He loved watching his grandkids at all sporting events. He always had a smile on his face and spread cheer and humor to everyone he encountered. He will be dearly missed by everyone that had the honor to know him. Visitation will be held Monday, April 5, 2021 from 4:00-8:00 pm at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 S. York Rd, Elmhurst. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, please note that the family thanks all attendees in advance for their show of support, however facility capacity is limited and we request all attendees maintain social distancing, wear a mask and be respectful of the time so all have a chance to express their condolences. A Celebration of Life is being planned for the summer of 2021. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to Northern Illinois Food Bank.  273 Dearborn Court, Geneva IL 60134 or donate to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 North Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601. For information please call 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com.