Charles R. Winkler

Honorable Charles R. Winkler, 86, retired judge of the Cook County circuit court and United States Veteran, passed away in his home Saturday Oct. 2, surrounded by his loving wife Connie [nee Trumbull Wolf] and family members.

Born Jan. 12, 1935, to the late Charles and Teresa Winkler, he was a long time resident of Chicago, Riverside, and River Forest. A graduate of St. Mell's High School, Loyola University, and Depaul University, School of Law.

Charles served his country, 1958 - 1964 in the United States Army as well as the Illinois National Guard.

He had a lifelong and prestigious career starting in 1960 until his retirement as a judge in 2011. During that time, he was a partner in multiple practices as well as serving as President to the West Suburban Bar Association. Throughout his career he authored many articles and published in legal journals.

Charles was an avid traveler, including spending time at his condo in Acapulco, Mexico where he vacationed for over 50 years. During his time there he authored 3 travel editions of "The Gringo's Guide to Acapulco" where he was affectionately known as 'Carlos'.

Charles is the father of Chuck and Michael (Wendy). Step-father of Jimmy (Dana) and Bradley (Jenny) Trumbull. Proud Papa Charlie of Grant and Cameron Winkler, Grandpa Chuck of Nicole and Amanda Trumbull. Brother to Bill & Clarice and James & Carol Winkler. Brother-in-law to Helen and the late Michael McGovern. Cherished uncle and dear to cousins and friends.

Visitation to be held at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 7750 West Cermak Road, Forest Park, Illinois 60130, Thursday October 7th, 3 - 8 PM. Funeral Service at the funeral home at 9 AM on Friday, October 8th. Funeral Mass at St. Vincent Ferrer Parish, 1530 Jackson Avenue, River Forest, Illinois 60305 at 10 AM. Burial with military honors to follow at Queen of Heaven, 1300 South Wolf Road, Hillside, Illinois 60162.

In Lieu of flowers please send donations to the Bohemian Lawyers Association of Chicago Scholarship Fund, Attn: Christopher Novak, 15 Salt Creek Lane, Suite 103, Hinsdale, Illinois 60521.

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