Christine M. Winkler, 94

Christine Mary Winkler, 94, a life long homemaker, passed away Thursday, September 27, 2007, at Syringa General Hospital in Grangeville from causes related to age while surrounded by her loving family.

Christine was born March 26, 1913 in Greencreek, Idaho, a daughter of Clemens and Elizabeth Wassmuth. She grew up in the Greencreek area, and married Sylvester "Wink" Winkler on November 26, 1935 in Greencreek. Christine and Wink were married for 63 loving and devoted years. She was a caring and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was an avid gardener, quilt maker, and baker extraordinaire.

Christine was a faithful member of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Parish in Grangeville.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Sylvester; three brothers, Joesef Wassmuth, Nicholas Wassmuth, and Clarence Wassmuth; one sister, Cecilia Wassmuth; and sons, John and Ralph Winkler.

Christine is survived by two daughters, Dorothy Johnson Fleury of Kamiah, Idaho, and Gretta Fischer of Grangeville; six sons, Cletus Winkler of Clarkston, Washington, Gregg Winkler of Grangeville, Ronald Winkler of Rathdrum, Idaho, Kenneth Winkler of Boise, Ed Winkler of Libby, Montana, and Jerry Winkler of Clarkston; six brothers, Clarence Wassmuth of Ferdinand, Idaho, Clemens Wassmuth of Cottonwood, Idaho, Lawrence Wassmuth, Anthony Wassmuth and Leonard Wassmuth, all of Grangeville, and Vincent Wassmuth of Titusville, Florida; three sisters, Bernadine Bruegeman, Hildegarde Wassmuth and Elizabeth Wassmuth, all of Cottonwood; 29 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren.

A vigil service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 30, 2007, at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Grangeville. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 1, also at the church. Visitation will be held Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Blackmer Funeral Home in Grangeville.

Family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to Saints Peter and Paul Catholic School.

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James D. Allen, 62

James D. Allen, 62, of Stites, passed away Friday, September 21, 2007, at his home on Lighting Creek.

He was born on December 29, 1944 in Merced, CA and grew up in a small town in California. Jim will be remembered for his passion of God’s word, zeal for study, and unending compassion. He loved spending time with family and friends. We will always remember his love, his compassion, and his willingness to help those who needed help. He had a servant’s heart and was always willing to do what needed to be done. Jim’s love for the outdoors is surpassed by none. His new found love, while living on his mountain, was wood carving.

He is survived by his wife, Kay; his children, Angela and husband Jon, Brenda and husband Mike, Casey and husband Chris, and Jim and wife Edna. He has five grandchildren, Valerie, Brittany, Shannon, Cheyenne, Abigail; and one great grandson, Christopher. He is also survived by his beloved dog, Shilo; his brother George, and sisters, Marge and Judy.

James was preceded in death by parents, George and Marie Allen, and a sister Bertha.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 27, 2007, at 2:00 p.m., at the Evangelical Free Church in Grangeville with Pastor Brent Ewing officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Idaho Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Blackmer Funeral Home in Grangeville.

Family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Evangelical Free Church.

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