John Graham Winn's Obituary
John Graham Winn, 56, passed away August 4th, 2022 peacefully in his home. John was born February 17, 1966 to Thomas W. Winn and Janice M. (Smith) Turner. He lived his entire life in Tallahassee, Leon county. John graduated from Lincoln High School, attended Tallahassee Community College and was a longtime employee for the Florida Department of Financial Services.
A graveside memorial will be held at Roselawn Cemetery on Wednesday, August 10th at 3:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. at his sisters home 1113 Ox Bottom Road Tallahassee, Florida 32312. The family requests those who wish to express sympathy to consider making a donation to their favorite charity in John G. Winn’s name.
John is survived by his parents and his sisters to whom he was affectionately known as “Johnny”, Tia Winn, San Francisco, CA, Jenifer Bryant and Casey Smith of Tallahassee, and Bridget Wills, Holiday, FL. He referred to his brothers-in-law as “BIL” and they were all friends. His “BIL’s” were Brion Moss, San Francisco, Stephen Bryant and Chris Smith of Tallahassee and Kevin Wills of Holiday, FL. John had eight nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved grandparents Joe and Eunice Smith and Gerald and Dorothy Winn.
John was an accomplished billiards player and was a long time member of pool leagues. His love for Florida State Seminoles sports was immense, especially football and basketball. John was a quite a storyteller and loved to tell stories, some often embellished, of growing up and his escapades. He was an ingenious jokester, his wit and sarcasm was always quick and had everyone laughing. He often would assume the identity of one of the “Blues Brothers” from his favorite movie. John was a knowledgable WWII enthusiast and often talked about the family trip to Hawaii and visiting Pearl Harbor.
John “Johnny” Winn will be greatly missed especially for his sometimes unconventional but larger than life personality.
Tholley Taylor with Lifesong Funerals & Cremations (850/765-3190 or lifesongfunerals.com) is assisting the family with their arrangements.
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