Gentlemen,

My name is Gord Attridge, a close friend of Jeff Winter. Jeff's wife, Kathy, gave me Jeff's login info for this site and asked me to pass along to you the sad news of Jeff's tragic death.

Jeff passed away on January 4th and Kathy wanted to try to contact members of the RX7 club that may have spent time with him and would like to know the details of his rememberance. I have never used a site like this before and would ask that you pass this message along to as many others from this community that you feel should be included. I know that Jeff was passionate about his car and truly enjoyed the fellowship and spirit of cooperation that was demonstrated by his friends in the RX7 club.

Kathy's message to Jeff's friends is as follows....

Thanks to all who have come forward with their thoughts, prayers and love. Jeff was taken from us quickly and very peacefully at home on Jan 4th. Although I will not go into all the details of his journey over the past 3 years, he had a very accelerated path of healing. Even though it took us all by surprise, including Jeff...I am fortunate that my shamanic studies have allowed me to be in a place to have intimate contact with him even now. He has assured me and others that this was his time. His mother’s energy was felt very strongly on the night of his death.....she was definitely here to guide him on. Although there are NO words to describe my personal loss....he was an amazing husband, father, friend, employee etc....We are all comforted by his many appearances since, his level of peace and complete acceptance of where he is now.

Man, many people came into contact with Jeff. They all said that he touched their lives even if they only knew him for a short time.

We had a wonderful Christmas holiday, and saw all of our families. We had special time with all of them.

Jeff has given Riley a gift with his presence. He had a very powerful dream the night after his passing that will stay with him forever. Katana also has had several dreams with and about Jeff.

He will continue to support us, and appear to us. I am grateful for his love from the other side.

I am also grateful to any who want to offer any type of support. My sister's cell number is 416-576-3303. We are having a celebration of his life at Barthel Funeral home on 566 Queenston Rd in Cambridge. (519-653-3251). Visitation will be Thurs 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The service will be at 1pm on Friday. We will have as many back to our house after the service as we can fit. Jeff really wanted people to come to celebrate his 37 years with us, and his passing into the next life.

There are contact's at Barthel who can guide out of towners to discounted hotel rates and travel information. For those who wish to make donations, you can contact the funeral home or visit the website at www.mem.com. This is Jeff’s personal website. Anyone can go and enter pictures, movies or stories. I am encouraging as many to do that as possible. That site will keep our memories of Jeff alive in our hearts.

Again, I thank everyone for their love and support.

Sincerely

Kathy Winter