THIELE, Winona Jeane passed away on October 28, 2023 at the age of 97. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin H. Thiele, Jr. She was born in Colorado Springs, CO to parents George and Marguerite Nankervis.
She attended the University of Denver for two years prior to meeting her husband. They settled in Lakewood, CO where they raised their three children. Winona served as a volunteer at Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, CO for many years and enjoyed reading, painting, and watching the Colorado Avalanche. She and Alvin traveled the world upon his retirement and especially enjoyed their visits to Hawaii.
She is survived by her three children, Jeanine Spellman, Adrienne (Henry) Dallagiacoma, and Norman (Valerie) Thiele, and her grandchildren Cameron (Brittney) Thiele and Brett Thiele. Winona will be remembered for her quiet elegance and ability to walk through life with a positive attitude and unconditional love for her family and friends.