Winifred J. Howard

Winnie was born in Collins NY on March 19, 1928. She was the daughter of Milford J. and Clara (Decker) Mc Intyre.

Winnie married Harold A. Howard on May 7, 1949 at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church. Harold passed away on Oct. 23, 2024.

Winnie enjoyed sewing, quilting, baking and traveling with Harold (Joe) as members of the Collins Center Seniors. She was well known and proud of her 45 year career in banking. She started in Buffalo but quickly came to Gowanda working for The Bank of Gowanda, Marine Midland and finally HSBC bank. She worked as a teller and worked her way up to the platform. She was also a member of the Gowanda Moose Lodge and the Slovenian Club.

After retirement, along with Joe, Winnie volunteered with the Rural Transit Van service for close to 20 years. Winnie and Joe were often seen on their daily walk in Collins, rain or shine.

Survivors include her children: Karen (Donald) Martinelli of Stamford Connecticut; Terrence (Pamela) Howard of Gowanda; and Sharon (Kevin) Wurst of Gowanda.

Grandchildren: Christopher Martinelli, Elysabeth Martinelli and Matthew Wurst.

Greatgrandchild; Madelyn Wurst

Winnie was preceded in death by her parents, husband and siblings: Evelyn Obrien, Milford (Mick) McIntyre, Marion Collopy and Eileen Felong.

A graveside service will be held at Park Lawn Cemetery in Wesley where Winnie and Joe will be laid to rest at the convenience of the family.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to The Collins Fire Company 2365 Main St. Collins, NY 14034 or a charity of one’s choice.

Arrangements are made by the SCHINDLER FUNERAL HOME 44 Center St. Gowanda.