STELLA  -  James Richard Winter, Sr., 70, of Stella, passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at Onslow Memorial Hospital.  A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 5, 2024 at St. Mildred Catholic Church with Rev. Dave Miller officiating.

Mr. Winter was born October 30, 1953 in Mineola, NY to the late William Alfred and Marguerite Criado Winter.

He was an independent contractor as a painter and loved to make something that needed some love and attention look its best. He loved nature, family and friends.

Survivors include his son, James "Jim" Winter, Jr. of Hammond, LA; daughter, Jeannette Winter of Frankfurt, Germany; sisters, Maryanne Winter of Raleigh, Loretta Lesiw of Swansboro, and Sarah Winter of Raleigh; and several cousins.

The family will receive friends Thursday, January 4, 2024 from 5-7 PM at Jones Funeral Home, Swansboro Chapel.