Avery Lester Winkles, Age 86, of Crossville TN passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024. He was born in Collinsville Alabama on August 15, 1937. He was the son of the late Albert Lee and Maggie Winkles. He served in the United States Air force. He was also a minister with the Church of God of Prophecy, and later earned his BSN in Nursing at the age of 60. He enjoyed playing guitar as well as writing songs and performing in church.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Margie, as well as siblings Lucy Fields, Margie Winkles, Vera Butler, Freeman Winkles, Arlon Winkles, Ephraim Winkles, and Elbert Winkles.
He is survived by his son Tim Winkles of Sparta, daughter Kim and husband Jeff Priestwood of Crossville TN and his grandkids Trey (Taylor) Priestwood of Crossville TN, Kayli (Wes) Hall of Lebanon, TN, great grandson Easton Priestwood, sister Vita Chapman of Vancleave MS, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Private Graveside Service will be Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Hermitage Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
Condolences may be mailed to:
444 Iron Wood Circle, Crossville TN 38571