Tim was born on August 19, 1946 in Raleigh, NC to the late, Claude and Vivian Winstead. A proud alumni of Deep River High School, he graduated in 1964. He owned Super Auto Parts in Apex, NC for 25 years and retired in 1998. Prior to his self employment, he was an on the road salesman for auto parts, serving with Eastern Parts Distributors for many years. As a hobby, Tim loved buying, selling, and repairing cars. In his casual time, he enjoyed watching Nascar. He owned a second home at White Lake, where he enjoyed boating and skiing. He loved his grandchildren and spent his retirement making memories with them.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Charles Brooks Finch.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 57 years, Linda Perkins Winstead; daughter, Tammy Blackwell (John); grandchildren, Brittany Blackwell Canfield (Kyle) and Trey Blackwell (Kacie); brother, Nicky Winstead (Faye) and many nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends and guests on Saturday, September 10, 2022 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Apex Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM with a graveside at Buckhorn United Methodist Church, Moncure, NC.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be donated to Buckhorn United Methodist Church, 2438 NC-42, Moncure, NC 27559.
Fond memories and expressions of condolences can be shared online at apexfuneral.net for the Winstead family.
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