In loving memory of

Glatha Lucille Winchip
March 24, 1921 - November 11, 2017

Glatha L. Winchip, 96, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Saturday evening, November 11, 2017, at the Maquoketa Care Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A celebration of Glatha's life will be held at 11 A.M., Thursday, November 16, 2017 at the United Church of Christ in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation will follow the visitation and burial will be at the Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa, Iowa.

Glatha Lucille Hute was born on March 24, 1921 in Fulton, Iowa, to Roy A. and Nora Mae (Shields) Hute. She was a 1938 graduate of Maquoketa High School. She married Robert Barker on March 7, 1940 in Maquoketa, Iowa. To this union two children were born, Karen and Bob. They divorced and she later married Marvin Winchip in 1967 in Maquoketa, Iowa.

Glatha had first worked for the Deputy Clerk at the Courthouse for a short time. In 1958 she became the executive secretary for Clinton Engines in Maquoketa. She retired in 1994 after 36 years.

Glatha was a member of the United Church of Christ in Maquoketa, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary for 71 years, Jackson County Historical Society, and the Red Hats Society. She had previously been a member of the Clinton Engines Association, BPW, PALS Program where she had also served as a board member, and the WA TAN YE Club.

Glatha enjoyed crocheting, dancing, fishing, traveling and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Those left to honor Glatha's memory include her children, Karen (Billy) Garien of Maquoketa, IA, and Bob Barker of Maquoketa, IA; step-children, Bob Winchip of Spearfish, S. Dakota, Nancy Winchip of Shawnee, KS, and Julie Winchip of Tempe, AZ; 3 grandchildren, Krista (Todd) Mulder, Kevin (Kiri) Barker and Josh Garien; and 3 great-grandchildren, Alana Barker, Lucas Mulder and Averi Barker. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Roy Neville Hute, a sister Pauline Brady, and her longtime special friend Robert Davis.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the United Church of Christ in Maquoketa.

Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Tributes

CHERYL HARTWIG wrote on Nov 29, 2017:

"KAREN AND BILL IM SO VERY SORRY TO SEE UR MOM HAS PASTED AWAY , SHE WAS SUCH A VERY SWEET LADY "

Cecil & Sheila Bentley wrote on Nov 24, 2017:

"Karen and Bob, Your mother was always so kind and always made a point to have a conversation.She will be missed .We are so sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace. Butch & Sheila Bentley"

Bob and Myrna Rakocy wrote on Nov 16, 2017:

"So sorry for the loss of your Mother. Glatha was a very nice person. We feel bad that we were not able to attend the funeral. Bob and Myrna Rakocy"

Mavis J. Kaczinski wrote on Nov 15, 2017:

"So sorry for the loss of your mother. My deepest sympathy to all. Mavis"

Eric Vehrs wrote on Nov 15, 2017:

"Karen and Bill, I am so sorry for your loss. What a nice lady she was! Please let me know if I can help you in any way. Eric"

Harry Shady, Audra Martin wrote on Nov 15, 2017:

"R.I.P..- GLATHA - She Was A WONDER LADY !!! & She Will be Mised SUMTHIG GREATLY !! "

Jason Vehrs wrote on Nov 15, 2017:

"We were so fond of Glatha!! She always brought life and light to us when she visited 212 East Pleasant Street. We will miss her bright smile and joyful presence. We are sorry for your loss but are also confident that she is now experiencing an eternity of God's love and blessings. Jason, Kay, Jacob and Tori."

Pat Smith wrote on Nov 14, 2017:

"Karen and family, Glatha was a kind, wonderful lady. I always enjoyed the times I got to spend with her, you and my mom. She had a smile that would light up a room. I feel very lucky to have known her. Hopefully all your wonderful memories will help to sustain you at this sad time. Heaven just got another angel! "

Connie Hute wrote on Nov 14, 2017:

"I first met Glatha when Doug Hute, my husband and I started going together. I think she still had the store in Delmar. She was such a sweet lady and easy to know. Deepest Sympathy and prayers for your families during this time. "

Debra Tillis wrote on Nov 14, 2017:

"May she Rest In Peace with our Heavenly Father. Sending our deepest sympathy to all the family. I know our parents ( Bill and Alene Simons) always enjoyed talking with her and the fond memories of the Hute reunions. Dean and Debra (Simons ) Tillis."

Leanne Sommers wrote on Nov 13, 2017:

"A sweet friend. Glatha was my Wantanye and BPW friend and mentor. She had boundless energy and committed her time and energy to causes she believed in. Wonderful memories of time with her. Leanne Sommers"

Shirley Miller wrote on Nov 13, 2017:

"Karen and Bob...She always had a friendly smile. Our sympathy to you and your families. Ron & Shirley Miller - AZ"

Pat and John Matlock wrote on Nov 13, 2017:

"Dear Kay and Family, We were sorry to hear of Glatha's passing. She was a wonderful lady. Love, Pat and Joh "

Molly, Trevor and Nate Shelly wrote on Nov 13, 2017:

"Glatha was a great neighbor always came out to say Hi and check on us. She is dearly missed but will never be forgotten ? "

Jean Wilson Claeys wrote on Nov 13, 2017:

"Sweetest Lady. Loved her dearly. She will be missed"

Lindy McGranahan wrote on Nov 13, 2017:

"Gla, loved life and she lived it to the fullest. She had a strong belief in God and loved her family. Gla loved to dance and not even the youngsters could keep up with her! She always had a smile and always there to help others in need. Gla, may you rest in peace now for your journey is complete,and what a journey it was. "