Barbara Sue Winget

Barbara Sue Winget, age 86, of Georgetown, Texas, and most recently of Lindale, Texas, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 8, 2026, surrounded by her children David, Chris, and Erin. She was born on August 31, 1939, in Woodward, Oklahoma, to Virgil Junior Winget and Lietta Juanita Singhiser Winget. Barbara graduated from Woodward High School in Woodward, Oklahoma. She continued her education at Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford, where she studied biology and chemistry. She later completed her medical technologist training in Elkhart, Indiana. She returned to school later in life and graduated from Concordia Lutheran College in Austin, Texas, earning her bachelor’s degree in behavioral science at the age of 54. Barbara worked as a medical technologist for the Texas State Health Department, where she was responsible for conducting newborn screening tests for babies born across the state. Her work contributed to the early identification of health conditions in children statewide. Barbara was a woman of many talents and creative passions. She played both the piano and classical guitar, and she enjoyed quilting, embroidery, appliqué, and watercolor, crafting pieces that reflect her talent and artistry. She also had a fondness for antiquing, always drawn to items with history and character. Barbara was a devoted animal lover who cherished her pets deeply. She helped start Holy Russian New Martyrs Orthodox Mission in Georgetown, Texas. Barbara was also a world traveler who journeyed around the globe twice, toured South America and Antarctica, and even lived in Hawaii for a time—yet no matter where she went, Texas was always her home. Barbara is survived by her children: • Son David Alexander Singhiser • Son Christopher Mark “Chris” Bennett and his wife Tammie Sue • Daughter Erin Bennett Duke and her husband Jerry Kevin Duke • Son Quyen Thanh Ha and his wife Vivian Thi Ho • Zoe her beloved French Bulldog She is also survived by her grandchildren: Bennett Children: • Linda Noelle Navarro (37) and her husband David Daniel Navarro (36) • Lauren Alexis “Alex” Bennett (32) and her fiancé William Rick Franey (43) Duke Child: • Kaitlyn Michelle White (33) and her husband Robert Stewart White (36) Ha children: • Ethan Minh Pham (16) • Peter Thanh Ha (7) • Faith Thanh Ha (2) She is survived as well by her great grandchildren: Navarro children: • Peyton Danielle (10) • Brooklynn Faith (9) • Hailey Grace (7) • Gabriella Hope (4) • Aria Rose (3) • Scarlett Renae (16 months) White child: • Blakeley Dianne, expected to arrive in June Service Information: A service to honor Barbara’s life will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at: St. John of Damascus Orthodox Church 12989 County Road 1113 Tyler, Texas 75709 A graveside service will be held on Thursday, March 12th at 2:00 p.m. at: Little Mound Missionary Church Cemetery 11746 Farm to Market 49 Big Sandy, Texas The family has asked that in Lieu of Flowers please send donations in Barbara's name to your local Food Pantry or Animal Shelter. A reception for the family and friends will follow at the home of Erin and Kevin Duke 1056 County Road 3226 Quitman, Texas 75783 Casual Dress / Easter Sunday Attire: Boots & jeans are encouraged and welcome. Barbara / Bobbie / Barb / Mom / Grammy / Gram — will be missed by so many who loved her. Her last wish was to be near her family and to tell us all that she loved us so very much. I am confident she felt surrounded by our love, and that she would say to each of us to: “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you’ve always imagined.” — Thoreau / Gram

Barbara Sue Winget

August 31, 1939 - March 8, 2026