James Winkle
James Michael Winkle
James Michael Winkle passed away on April 21, 2025 after a valiant battle with Alzheimer’s
Disease.
Loving husband of Julie (Scherl) Winkle, devoted father of Emily Meuth (Jacob), and Allison
Patel (Rishi). Grandfather of Hailey, Vikram and Kiran. Brother of Jacqueline (Roland) Baird.
Uncle to many beloved nieces and nephews.
Jim was born and raised in Edwardsville, Illinois to Emmett and Viola Winkle.
He spent his entire career doing what he loved, working in broadcast media, including at KPLR
Channel 11, Kupper Parker Advertising and Charter Media.
He was an avid golfer, bowler, Cardinal’s fan, and family man. He will be remembered for his
love of family, sense of humor, compassion and bright smile. To know him was to love him, and
his legacy will continue through countless happy memories and funny stories.
Services will be held on Friday, May 9 th at 10:30 am: Congregation Shaare Emeth, 11645 Ladue
Rd, St. Louis, MO 63141
Shiva/visitation at the home of Julie Winkle will begin at 4:30 pm: 2000 Lake Clay Dr.,
Chesterfield, MO 63017
Wow I just heard. I am so sorry to hear of Wink’s passing. May his memory be a blessing now and forever.
He was a good husband, father, and friend. He will be missed.
Julie, I’m so sorry to hear of Wink’s passing. My heart and prayers go out to you, your Daughter and the entire family. May his memory be eternal.
The Winkle family has been a great neighbor to our family, Jessie and stephanir were good friends to the girls.
I realize that Jim and I both had the same first and middle names.
The Bensons
Julie, I am so sorry for your loss. Your love will last forever.
Julie, Emily, Allison, and the rest of the Winkle family, Hugs to you all! Wink was a good friend, great husband, fun father, grandfather and such a terrific guy. He will be missed dearly. May all your terrific memories be cherished.forever. Love you all💕
( if Ron was here he would be filling your ears with kind thoughts too)
My dear friend Julie –
All the love and hugs in the world to you and the girls; all the peace and the strength you need, forever.
Love snd Peace dear Julie on the loss of your precious husband. Amanda C Lewis
I still and will always treasure our times together at KPLR. What a great boss and even greater friend. The practical jokes, golf, bowling and softball games were so much fun. I’ll always remember, “watch it! There’s butter on that knife!”
Thinking of you and sending love and prayers to you and your family.
Wink was a great guy to work with in the ad buzz. RIP buddy. Your memories live on. Keith
May you all know much comfort, together with all who grieve, as you celebrate a life well lived and solidify a lasting legacy. Let his memory be a true blessing…
Jim was a 1970 Edwardsville High School classmate of mine. Sorry to hear of his passing. I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to his family. May he rest in peace.
Jim and I were great friends from Boy Scouts through High School and college at SIUE. We lived only a few blocks apart and spent many hours playing basketball in his drive, pool and ping pong at the U center, and softball in City League in Edwardsville. Though we had lost touch over the years I still count him as one of my dearest friends. May peace be with him and in the hearts of all his family.