John Winterbauer
d. January 23, 2019
John Henry Winterbauer, age 82, of Athens, passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at his residence.
He was born April 14, 1936 in Springfield, Illinois, the son of William and Mary (Brennan) Winterbauer.
John married Nancy Sue Brickey on October 10, 1994 in Oahu, Hawaii. He was previously married to Theresa Muller.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy of Athens; son, John J. Winterbauer of Springfield; daughter, Julie R. Clark of Sherman; grandchildren, Ian and Caitlin Winterbauer, and Marlie and Brenna Clark; brothers, William L. Winterbauer of Rockford, IL and Mathew F. Winterbauer of Fancy Prairie, IL; many nieces and nephews as well as several great nieces and nephews.
John is preceded in death by both parents.
John graduated from Athens High School and from Sangamon State University (UIS) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management.
He worked as the Internal Auditor for the Illinois Department of Agriculture for more than 40 years, retiring on December 31, 2000. John also worked for Stetson China Factory in Lincoln, Allis Chalmers Manufacturing Company in Springfield, and farmed in the Fancy Prairie area.
John served in the Illinois Army National Guard for more than 39 years. He enlisted February 15, 1955 in CO. A 106 Tank Battalion and later served as 1st Sergeant of the 233rd MP Co. He was promoted to Command Sergeant Major of HQ 33rd MP BN and retired in October 1994 as Command Sergeant Major of 1144th Trans BN.
He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Springfield and also attended Athens Christian Church. John also was a member of the National Guard Association, National Rifleman’s Association, and American Legion.
Visitation for John will be held on Friday, January 25, 2019 from 4-6 PM at Mott & Henning Funeral Home in Athens, IL. Service will be held on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 10 AM at Holy Family Catholic Church in Athens, IL.
Msgr. Thomas Holinga will be officiating.
A private military burial will take place following the service.
Memorials can be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church in Springfield.
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Posted January 23rd, 2019 at 8:00 pm
Nancy I am so very sorry, we are here if we can do anything
Posted January 24th, 2019 at 8:20 am
Sorry to hear about John. Our deepest sympathy.
Posted January 24th, 2019 at 9:34 am
Nancy keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Have so many fond memories of our time working in the Director’s Hallway.
Posted January 24th, 2019 at 6:57 pm
Nancy so shocked and saddened to hear of Johns passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family. We live in St. Augustine now otherwise we would be there to express our sincere sympathies in person and remember so many many years of friendship. God bless.
Tony and Gayle
Posted January 25th, 2019 at 6:55 am
Our deepest and sincere sympathies to the Winterbauer family. John was a true Patriot and I was blessed to have served under him in the 233rd MP Company. He was a great mentor and friend to every Soldier he knew. Rest in Peace John.
Posted January 25th, 2019 at 9:06 pm
Sincere sympathy and prayers to the Winterbauer family. John was my 1SG in the 233rd MPs when I joined the service. He lead by example, keeping us straight! RIP
Posted January 26th, 2019 at 4:54 am
I’m so sorry for your loss. Will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Posted January 28th, 2019 at 12:09 pm
Nancy,
Sorry to hear about John. Remember the good times we had on many trips with BOS!
My sympathy to you and the family. Sorry but was unable to make the visitation. Have not
traveled much after Roger retired …no new trips have been planned.
Bonnie Malcor