Montrose Daily Press
Montrose, CO
May 14, 2001
Winifred G. Distel
April 14, 1915---May 12, 2001
OLATHE - Winifred G. Distel, age 86, a longtime Olathe resident, died Saturday evening, May 12, 2001, in the Colorow Care Center at Olathe.
Winifred G. Daniels, the daughter of Delwyn H. Daniels and Maude (Denny) Daniels, was born on April 14, 1915, in Pierre, S.D. She spent her early childhood years in Blount, S.D., and as a young girl moved with her family to Grand Junction where she was a proud graduate of Grand Junction High School and grew to adulthood.
On Feb. 5, 1955, Winifred was joined in marriage, for a lifetime partnership, with George Distel in St. Mary's Catholic Church at Montrose, Colo. After their marriage, Winifred and George established their home in Olathe where they resided until the time of Winifred's death. They were the parents of four children, and had the joy and privilege of celebrating their 46th wedding anniversary this year in February.
In addition to being a loving wife and mother, Winifred was employed with City Market for many years until her retirement.
She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church of Olathe and St. Mary's Catholic Church of Montrose. She also belonged to the American Legion Auxiliary of Olathe, the Altar and Rosary Society of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church of Olathe, as well as the Cowbells and Eastern Star both of Montrose.
Winifred greatly enjoyed fishing at Blue Mesa and was a wonderful cook. Her husband and family will always cherish their memories of her great love for dancing.
Surviving family members who were blessed to share Winifred's life include her beloved husband, George Distel, of Olathe; four children: Bert Cannell and wife Arnola; Dorna Lee Bashor, all of California; Darwin Cannell and wife Judy, of Montrose; Dorthea Tolkmidt, of California; and five precious grandchildren.
Other family survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, and several aunts.
Winifred was preceded in death by both of her parents; her twin sister, Frances Eckman; an older sister, Virginia Adams; and two grandsons: Ricky Martinez and Richard Dean Cannell.
Visitation for family and friends is scheduled for Thursday, May 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Crippin Funeral Home Chapel, with Rosary following visitation at 7 p.m. at the chapel.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Msgr. Daniel Huber on Friday, May 18, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Montrose.
Rite of Committal will follow the Mass in Cedar Cemetery at Montrose, with arrangements being handled under the direction of the Crippin Funeral Home/Crematory & Grand View Cemetery of Montrose; (970) 249-2121.
Montrose, CO
May 14, 2001
Winifred G. Distel
April 14, 1915---May 12, 2001
OLATHE - Winifred G. Distel, age 86, a longtime Olathe resident, died Saturday evening, May 12, 2001, in the Colorow Care Center at Olathe.
Winifred G. Daniels, the daughter of Delwyn H. Daniels and Maude (Denny) Daniels, was born on April 14, 1915, in Pierre, S.D. She spent her early childhood years in Blount, S.D., and as a young girl moved with her family to Grand Junction where she was a proud graduate of Grand Junction High School and grew to adulthood.
On Feb. 5, 1955, Winifred was joined in marriage, for a lifetime partnership, with George Distel in St. Mary's Catholic Church at Montrose, Colo. After their marriage, Winifred and George established their home in Olathe where they resided until the time of Winifred's death. They were the parents of four children, and had the joy and privilege of celebrating their 46th wedding anniversary this year in February.
In addition to being a loving wife and mother, Winifred was employed with City Market for many years until her retirement.
She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church of Olathe and St. Mary's Catholic Church of Montrose. She also belonged to the American Legion Auxiliary of Olathe, the Altar and Rosary Society of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church of Olathe, as well as the Cowbells and Eastern Star both of Montrose.
Winifred greatly enjoyed fishing at Blue Mesa and was a wonderful cook. Her husband and family will always cherish their memories of her great love for dancing.
Surviving family members who were blessed to share Winifred's life include her beloved husband, George Distel, of Olathe; four children: Bert Cannell and wife Arnola; Dorna Lee Bashor, all of California; Darwin Cannell and wife Judy, of Montrose; Dorthea Tolkmidt, of California; and five precious grandchildren.
Other family survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, and several aunts.
Winifred was preceded in death by both of her parents; her twin sister, Frances Eckman; an older sister, Virginia Adams; and two grandsons: Ricky Martinez and Richard Dean Cannell.
Visitation for family and friends is scheduled for Thursday, May 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Crippin Funeral Home Chapel, with Rosary following visitation at 7 p.m. at the chapel.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Msgr. Daniel Huber on Friday, May 18, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Montrose.
Rite of Committal will follow the Mass in Cedar Cemetery at Montrose, with arrangements being handled under the direction of the Crippin Funeral Home/Crematory & Grand View Cemetery of Montrose; (970) 249-2121.
Montrose Daily Press
Montrose, CO
May 14, 2001
Winifred G. Distel
April 14, 1915---May 12, 2001
OLATHE - Winifred G. Distel, age 86, a longtime Olathe resident, died Saturday evening, May 12, 2001, in the Colorow Care Center at Olathe.
Winifred G. Daniels, the daughter of Delwyn H. Daniels and Maude (Denny) Daniels, was born on April 14, 1915, in Pierre, S.D. She spent her early childhood years in Blount, S.D., and as a young girl moved with her family to Grand Junction where she was a proud graduate of Grand Junction High School and grew to adulthood.
On Feb. 5, 1955, Winifred was joined in marriage, for a lifetime partnership, with George Distel in St. Mary's Catholic Church at Montrose, Colo. After their marriage, Winifred and George established their home in Olathe where they resided until the time of Winifred's death. They were the parents of four children, and had the joy and privilege of celebrating their 46th wedding anniversary this year in February.
In addition to being a loving wife and mother, Winifred was employed with City Market for many years until her retirement.
She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church of Olathe and St. Mary's Catholic Church of Montrose. She also belonged to the American Legion Auxiliary of Olathe, the Altar and Rosary Society of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church of Olathe, as well as the Cowbells and Eastern Star both of Montrose.
Winifred greatly enjoyed fishing at Blue Mesa and was a wonderful cook. Her husband and family will always cherish their memories of her great love for dancing.
Surviving family members who were blessed to share Winifred's life include her beloved husband, George Distel, of Olathe; four children: Bert Cannell and wife Arnola; Dorna Lee Bashor, all of California; Darwin Cannell and wife Judy, of Montrose; Dorthea Tolkmidt, of California; and five precious grandchildren.
Other family survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, and several aunts.
Winifred was preceded in death by both of her parents; her twin sister, Frances Eckman; an older sister, Virginia Adams; and two grandsons: Ricky Martinez and Richard Dean Cannell.
Visitation for family and friends is scheduled for Thursday, May 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Crippin Funeral Home Chapel, with Rosary following visitation at 7 p.m. at the chapel.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Msgr. Daniel Huber on Friday, May 18, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Montrose.
Rite of Committal will follow the Mass in Cedar Cemetery at Montrose, with arrangements being handled under the direction of the Crippin Funeral Home/Crematory & Grand View Cemetery of Montrose; (970) 249-2121.
Montrose, CO
May 14, 2001
Winifred G. Distel
April 14, 1915---May 12, 2001
OLATHE - Winifred G. Distel, age 86, a longtime Olathe resident, died Saturday evening, May 12, 2001, in the Colorow Care Center at Olathe.
Winifred G. Daniels, the daughter of Delwyn H. Daniels and Maude (Denny) Daniels, was born on April 14, 1915, in Pierre, S.D. She spent her early childhood years in Blount, S.D., and as a young girl moved with her family to Grand Junction where she was a proud graduate of Grand Junction High School and grew to adulthood.
On Feb. 5, 1955, Winifred was joined in marriage, for a lifetime partnership, with George Distel in St. Mary's Catholic Church at Montrose, Colo. After their marriage, Winifred and George established their home in Olathe where they resided until the time of Winifred's death. They were the parents of four children, and had the joy and privilege of celebrating their 46th wedding anniversary this year in February.
In addition to being a loving wife and mother, Winifred was employed with City Market for many years until her retirement.
She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church of Olathe and St. Mary's Catholic Church of Montrose. She also belonged to the American Legion Auxiliary of Olathe, the Altar and Rosary Society of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church of Olathe, as well as the Cowbells and Eastern Star both of Montrose.
Winifred greatly enjoyed fishing at Blue Mesa and was a wonderful cook. Her husband and family will always cherish their memories of her great love for dancing.
Surviving family members who were blessed to share Winifred's life include her beloved husband, George Distel, of Olathe; four children: Bert Cannell and wife Arnola; Dorna Lee Bashor, all of California; Darwin Cannell and wife Judy, of Montrose; Dorthea Tolkmidt, of California; and five precious grandchildren.
Other family survivors include numerous nieces, nephews, and several aunts.
Winifred was preceded in death by both of her parents; her twin sister, Frances Eckman; an older sister, Virginia Adams; and two grandsons: Ricky Martinez and Richard Dean Cannell.
Visitation for family and friends is scheduled for Thursday, May 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Crippin Funeral Home Chapel, with Rosary following visitation at 7 p.m. at the chapel.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Msgr. Daniel Huber on Friday, May 18, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Montrose.
Rite of Committal will follow the Mass in Cedar Cemetery at Montrose, with arrangements being handled under the direction of the Crippin Funeral Home/Crematory & Grand View Cemetery of Montrose; (970) 249-2121.
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