Winifred Idella Richardson-Flowers
March 15, 2012
Winifred Idella Richardson-Flowers was born to Benjamin and Viola Richardson on July 4, 1926. She began her journey home on March 15, 2012. Winifred is now with her Savior. Preceding her in death were her parents; son, Michael Smith; and daughter, Denise Smith.
Winifred was educated in Des Moines Public Schools, and was employed by J. I. Case for 10 years. She then became a homemaker and later worked as an attendant at Keck Parking Center. She enjoyed the company of others, loved to talk and listen, and was always able to find the best in any person that she encountered. Winifred never met a person she didn’t like.
She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Robert (Sheryl) Champion and James Smith; grandchildren, Jeremy Champion-Polson, Anthony Champion-Polson, and Amber Champion; seven great-grandchildren; and a host of beloved nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m., Monday, March 19, 2012, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street in Des Moines. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Shari Polson
03/19/2012
Winnie,
You will truly be miss by all of us. You took me in as your own daughter, and was there always for your grandchildren Jeremy, Anthony and Amber.
You were so special to all of us, your smile,your words of wisdom, you always had a story to tell all of us. I would never forget everyday in Burlington, you came into Osco Drug Store when you got off work at JI Case Co. and spoke to me. Never knew I would meet your son and have his children. You are one of Kind. No one will every or can take your place. May God be with you and Look out for of all of down here, Especially Robert and Sheryl. Love you Shari Polson
Idella Land
03/17/2012
Dear Aunt Winnie, you will be missed and always lovingly remembered. I am so grateful to have experienced your joyful spirit, always kind words, lively personality, and your strong faith in God. You encouraged that our families be forgiving, supportive, and loving of one another. You were beautiful inside and out with a big heart and positive outlook on life. Thank you for shining your light during your time in this world....rest now and be at peace. With love, your niece, Idella Marie L.
Cama
03/16/2012
Cousin winnie our birthdays that we shared together were the best. Now that your gone it will never be the same. Your in Gods hands. One day we will see each other again until then I will not smile as much or laugh as much until we see each other in heaven.You will be greatly missed by me and everyone you touched with your love there will never be another kinder soul than yours.You were like a mom to me and that I will truely miss.See you one day love cousin Cama.
Robert & Sheryl
03/16/2012
WE LOVE YOU MOM, YOUR SON ROBERT AND DAUGHTER N LAW SHERYL, AND OF COURSE ALL YOUR GRAND KIDS & GREAT GRAND KIDS! IN THE NAME OF THE FATHER, THE SON, AND THE HOLY GHOST, MAY YOU BE BLESSED....FOREVER!
Jerri
03/16/2012
Winnie you will be missed. You were the sweetest person I know you always had wonderful words for me and my family you are in wonderful hands now please look down on my family from time to time just to see how we are doing we will def light a sparkler every year in memory of you love and miss you.