AUSTINTOWN - George W. Winkle, 87, passed away early Saturday morning, March 14, 2020, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, following a lengthy illness.
George, who was known to many as “Billy,” was born Jan. 30, 1933, in Youngstown, a son of the late Carl and Eva Seckler Winkle, and lived his life in this area.
He attended South High School and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Billy was a self-employed plasterer for most of his life, and more recently, became involved in real estate.
He enjoyed gardening and fishing.
Mr. Winkle leaves two nephews, Robert C., Jr. (Roxann) Winkle of Austintown and Daniel A. Winkle of Austintown; several extended family members; and his dear friend, Molly, who took very good care of him.
Per Billy’s wishes, there will be no services or calling hours.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Kinnick Funeral Home, 477 N. Meridian Rd., Youngstown.
In lieu of flowers, Mr. Winkle's family asks that memorial contributions be made to Angels for Animals.