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Winifred Elizabeth “Winnie” Middleton Packer

Birth	:	9 Jul 1916 Manvel, Grand Forks County, North Dakota, USA
Death	:	15 May 2017 Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana, USA
Burial	:	Grace Church Cemetery, Rudyard, Hill County, USA
Coordinate	:	48.8269930, -110.6209890
Description	:	Winifred E. Packer, 100, died early Monday morning, May 15, in her warm and cozy assisted living apartment at Westpark Village Retirement Center. She enjoyed almost 10 years at Westpark and we are so grateful for the loving care she received on every level. Winnie was born in Manvel, North Dakota, on July 9, 1916, the 4th of 7 children, to Ward and Winifred Middleton. She was always proud to be the MIDDLE child in the Middleton household. After High School, Winnie attended the Holiness Methodist School of Theology in Minneapolis, where she went on to become a teacher at the College.... Read More	Winifred E. Packer, 100, died early Monday morning, May 15, in her warm and cozy assisted living apartment at Westpark Village Retirement Center. She enjoyed almost 10 years at Westpark and we are so grateful for the loving care she received on every level. Winnie was born in Manvel, North Dakota, on July 9, 1916, the 4th of 7 children, to Ward and Winifred Middleton. She was always proud to be the MIDDLE child in the Middleton household. After High School, Winnie attended the Holiness Methodist School of Theology in Minneapolis, where she went on to become a teacher at the College. To this day, she is considered a favorite among the students who are still among us and remember those days. Winnie’s life led her to Seattle, where she worked as a secretary before coming to Montana in the early 1950’s to become the secretary for her brother in law, Franklin Robbie, who was establishing the work of Youth for Christ throughout Montana and Northern Wyoming. It was through this connection that she met Bruce Packer, a handsome, eligible Rancher from the Highline, who had a love for young people and concern for their Spiritual growth. Franklin was sad to lose a good secretary, but happy to gain a wonderful brother in law on Nov. 12, 1955, when Winnie and Bruce became husband and wife. This partnership and loving union led to 26 years of fruitful tilling of the soil, both literally and figuratively as they poured into the lives of many nieces, nephews, and younger farming couples just East of the lovely Sweetgrass Hills and North of Rudyard. They were also blessed with one son, Daniel Bruce, who gave them much joy, and eventually a daughter in law, four lovely granddaughters, and six great-grandchildren, so far. Sadly, Bruce passed away as a result of an accident in December of 1981. Many would say he left too soon, but Winnie graciously attested to the goodness of God in sustaining her through this loss. She eventually sold the Ranch and moved to Billings, where she enjoyed the fellowship of 3 of her sisters and their families. Winnie eventually survived all of her siblings and their spouses. Tragedy struck again in 2008, when her son Dan, by this time a highly respected Fire Chief in the Seattle area, was taken in a wild fire he had volunteered to help fight. Again Winnie’s strong faith in Jesus and the Sovereignty of a loving God continued to give comfort and purpose to her remaining years. She was the consummate example of a Godly woman who was ready to go to Heaven, but had chosen contentment for as long as she remained here on earth. Winnie will be long remembered as a wise, generous and caring mentor to friends and family. She fought the good fight, she finished the course, she kept the faith, and she has now received the crown of Righteousness which the Lord has awarded to her. 2 Timothy 4:7-8 To coin the Packer Family Phrase: We Love You Muchly A celebration of Winnie’s life will be at 2 p.m., Monday, May 22, on the lower level of Westpark Village, 2351 Solomon Avenue, Billings. Interment will follow at the family plot North of Rudyard, later in the summer. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting smithfuneralchapels.com.

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Winifred Elizabeth “Winnie” Middleton Packer's memorial is located at: Grace Church Cemetery, Rudyard, Hill County, USA.
When did Winifred Elizabeth “Winnie” Middleton Packer death?
Winifred Elizabeth “Winnie” Middleton Packer death on 15 May 2017 in Billings, Yellowstone County, Montana, USA
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Latitude: 48.8269930
Longitude: -110.6209890

Family Members:

Spouse

Bruce Lloyd Packer

(1918 - 1981)

Children

Daniel Bruce Packer

(1958 - 2008)

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