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Winkler Family History & Genealogy

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Early Winklers

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Edward Winkler of Mt Duncan Australia was born in 1813, and died at age 69 years old in 1882 in Mt Duncan.
Amelia Henrietta Winkler of Geelong Australia was born in 1828 to Backmann Frederick William Winkler. Amelia Winkler died at age 84 years old in 1912 in Geelong.
Ernt Winkler of Melbourne East Australia was born in 1850, and died at age 55 years old in 1905 in Melbourne East.
John Henry Winkler of M Duneed Australia was born in 1854, and died at age 68 years old in 1922 in M Duneed.
Peter Charles Winkler of Traralgon Australia was born in 1854, and died at age 33 years old in 1887 in Traralgon.
James R Winkler of Victoria County, Texas United States was born circa 1855. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember James R Winkler.
Fred A Winkler of Catawba County, North Carolina United States was born circa 1855. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Fred A Winkler.
Robert W Winkler of Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania United States was born circa 1855. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Robert W Winkler.
John Henry Winkler of Geelong Australia was born in 1856 in Geelong. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember John Henry Winkler.
Sophie Winkler of Australia was born in 1856, and died at age 20 years old in 1876.
Russell J Winkler of Cook County, Illinois United States was born circa 1858. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Russell J Winkler.
Jane Winkler of Winchelsea Australia was born in 1860, and died at age 27 years old in 1887 in Winchelsea.

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Joseph Winkler was born on June 13, 1914, and died at age 52 years old in April 1967. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Joseph Winkler.
Henry Franklin Winkler
Henry Franklin Winkler, known to the world as simply "The Fonz," is an iconic figure in the entertainment industry. Born on October 30, 1945, in Manhattan, New York, Winkler's career has spanned decades, leaving an indelible mark on both television and film. While he first gained fame for his unforgettable portrayal of the leather-clad, motorcycle-riding Arthur "Fonzie" Fonzarelli on the beloved sitcom "Happy Days," Winkler's contributions to the entertainment world go far beyond his iconic role. From an early age, Winkler exhibited a passion for performing. Despite facing challenges with undiagnosed dyslexia throughout his school years, he channeled his determination and creativity into acting. After graduating from Emerson College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in theater, Winkler embarked on his journey to become an actor. While "Happy Days" remains Winkler's most renowned work, his talents extend far beyond the confines of one character. Throughout his career, he has embraced diverse roles in both comedic and dramatic productions, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Whether it was his memorable portrayal of the shady lawyer Barry Zuckerkorn in the cult hit "Arrested Development" or his heartwarming performances in films like "The Waterboy" and "Holes," Winkler has continually demonstrated his range and ability to captivate audiences. Beyond his acting prowess, Winkler has become an admired figure off-screen as well. A dedicated philanthropist and advocate for dyslexia awareness, he has used his own experiences with the learning disorder to inspire and empower others. Winkler's determination to overcome obstacles and his commitment to making a positive impact have earned him the respect and admiration of fans and colleagues alike.
Catherine Loring (Winkler) Stafford
Catherine Loring (Winkler) Stafford was born in 1882 in San Francisco, San Francisco County US, and died at age 89 years old in 1971.
Henry C Winkler of Maple Shade, Burlington County, New Jersey United States was born on October 28, 1917, and died at age 73 years old on June 20, 1991.
Fred Winkler of Graysville, Jefferson County, AL was born on July 28, 1916, and died at age 81 years old on March 9, 1998.
Harry G Winkler of Connellsville, Fayette County, PA was born on April 17, 1897, and died at age 76 years old on August 12, 1973.
Guy Wilber Winkler of Whitefish, Flathead County, Montana was born on May 31, 1926, and died at age 82 years old on February 18, 2009.
Joseph F Winkler of Ridgewood, Queens County, NY was born on March 29, 1913, and died at age 79 years old on January 6, 1993. Joseph Winkler was buried at Calverton National Cemetery Section 66 Site 407 210 Princeton Boulevard - Rt 25, in Calverton.
Joseph M Winkler of Saint Louis, Saint Louis County, Missouri was born on October 9, 1912, and died at age 63 years old in June 1976.
Joseph Leonard Winkler of Saint Paul, Ramsey County, MN was born on August 19, 1918, and died at age 86 years old on November 4, 2004. Joseph Winkler was buried at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery Section 7 Site 1794 7601 34th Avenue, South, in Minneapolis.
Joseph V Winkler of Morganza, Saint Marys County, MD was born on January 29, 1922, and died at age 72 years old on December 22, 1994.
Joseph W Winkler of Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio was born on August 29, 1897, and died at age 70 years old in January 1968.
Joseph Winkler of Uniontown, Fayette County, Pennsylvania was born on November 8, 1903, and died at age 81 years old in February 1985.
Joseph C Winkler of Ridgewood, Bergen County, NJ was born on May 20, 1916, and died at age 93 years old on April 2, 2010.
Joseph P Winkler of Rochester, Monroe County, NY was born on October 4, 1902, and died at age 79 years old in October 1981.
Joseph H Winkler of Schenectady, Schenectady County, NY was born on November 21, 1914, and died at age 83 years old on June 20, 1998.
Frederick N Winkler of Woodford, Caroline County, Virginia was born on July 16, 1921, and died at age 60 years old in November 1981.
Frederick Winkler of Jenkintown, Montgomery County, PA was born on February 8, 1929, and died at age 78 years old on May 27, 2007.
Frederic M Winkler of Mound City, Pulaski County, IL was born on October 21, 1920, and died at age 75 years old on May 3, 1996. Frederic Winkler was buried at Mound City National Cemetery - Il Section C Site 38 Junction - Highway 37 & 51, in Mound City.

Popular Winkler Biographies

Henry Franklin Winkler
Henry Franklin Winkler, known to the world as simply "The Fonz," is an iconic figure in the entertainment industry. Born on October 30, 1945, in Manhattan, New York, Winkler's career has spanned decades, leaving an indelible mark on both television and film. While he first gained fame for his unforgettable portrayal of the leather-clad, motorcycle-riding Arthur "Fonzie" Fonzarelli on the beloved sitcom "Happy Days," Winkler's contributions to the entertainment world go far beyond his iconic role. From an early age, Winkler exhibited a passion for performing. Despite facing challenges with undiagnosed dyslexia throughout his school years, he channeled his determination and creativity into acting. After graduating from Emerson College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in theater, Winkler embarked on his journey to become an actor. While "Happy Days" remains Winkler's most renowned work, his talents extend far beyond the confines of one character. Throughout his career, he has embraced diverse roles in both comedic and dramatic productions, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Whether it was his memorable portrayal of the shady lawyer Barry Zuckerkorn in the cult hit "Arrested Development" or his heartwarming performances in films like "The Waterboy" and "Holes," Winkler has continually demonstrated his range and ability to captivate audiences. Beyond his acting prowess, Winkler has become an admired figure off-screen as well. A dedicated philanthropist and advocate for dyslexia awareness, he has used his own experiences with the learning disorder to inspire and empower others. Winkler's determination to overcome obstacles and his commitment to making a positive impact have earned him the respect and admiration of fans and colleagues alike.
Catherine Loring (Winkler) Stafford
Catherine Loring (Winkler) Stafford was born in 1882 in San Francisco, San Francisco County US, and died at age 89 years old in 1971.
Catherine Winkler of Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio was born on August 24, 1880, and died at age 90 years old in March 1971.
Eugene S Winkler of Nashua, Hillsborough County, NH was born on November 14, 1905, and died at age 92 years old on January 10, 1998.
Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Rosemarie Winkler.
Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Patricia Winkler .
Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Paul Winkler.
Lee D Winkler
Lee D Winkler of Collegedale, Hamilton County, TN was born on April 14, 1919, and died at age 83 years old on October 25, 2002.
Harry G Winkler of Connellsville, Fayette County, PA was born on April 17, 1897, and died at age 76 years old on August 12, 1973.
Ilse Anna Maria (Hadra) Winkler was born on June 28, 1913 in Berlin, BE Germany, and died at age 86 years old on September 22, 1999 in Manhattan, New York County, New York United States. Ilse Winkler was buried on September 26, 1999 in New York City. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Ilse Anna Maria Winkler.
Nell M Winkler of TX was born circa 1939, and died at age 79 years old on December 2, 2019.
Jennifer Linae Winkler was born on September 30, 1984 to Sean C French and Robin Karleen (Winkler) French. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Jennifer Linae Winkler.
Violet Eleanor (Winkler) Bird was born on September 23, 1916 in Buffalo, New York United States. Violet Bird was married to Charles Stuart Bird on November 15, 1946 in Buffalo, Erie County, and died at age 68 years old on January 9, 1985. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Violet Eleanor (Winkler) Bird.
Cleo (Miller) Winkler was in a relationship with Brenton Elton Ouzts, and has a child Dennis E Ouzts. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Cleo (Miller) Winkler.
Christina Louise (Lee) Winkler
Christina is the 2nd oldest of Helen's children and was born with disabilites to include a moderate speech impairment and Autism. Though born with limitations, she is a bright, intellegent, woman. Christina has an amazing sense of humor and loves her sister, Claudia, who has been her legal guardian since 2011.
Brandy Winkler was born to Sandy Sauers Winkler and Paul Winkler. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Brandy Winkler.
Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Sandy Sauers Winkler.
Stacey Fiona (Weitzman) Winkler was born on November 15, 1947 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California United States. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Stacey Fiona Winkler.
Robin Karleen (Winkler) French was born on January 8, 1966 in Nebraska United States. Robin French was in a relationship with Sean C French, and has a child Jennifer Linae Winkler. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Robin Karleen (Winkler) French.

Winkler Death Records & Life Expectancy

The average age of a Winkler family member is 74.0 years old according to our database of 9,007 people with the last name Winkler that have a birth and death date listed.

Life Expectancy

74.0 years

Oldest Winklers

These are the longest-lived members of the Winkler family on AncientFaces.

Elizabeth Winkler was born on October 23, 1864, and died at age 114 years old in September 1979. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Elizabeth Winkler.
114 years
Bertha Winkler was born on August 23, 1900, and died at age 106 years old on January 16, 2007. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Bertha Winkler.
106 years
Dora Louise Winkler of Perryville, Perry County, MO was born on November 2, 1905, and died at age 105 years old on January 23, 2011.
105 years
Hallie M Winkler of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, OK was born on January 31, 1901, and died at age 105 years old on December 21, 2006.
105 years
Nellie F Winkler of Stromsburg, Polk County, Nebraska was born on June 29, 1903, and died at age 104 years old on June 5, 2008.
104 years
Lora Winkler was born on July 10, 1886, and died at age 103 years old on March 20, 1990. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Lora Winkler.
103 years
Paul Winkler of Berlin, Hartford County, CT was born on November 20, 1879, and died at age 103 years old in May 1983.
103 years
Gertrude Winkler of Corpus Christi, Nueces County, TX was born on November 15, 1888, and died at age 103 years old in August 1992.
103 years
William J Winkler of Rochester, Oakland County, MI was born on December 29, 1887, and died at age 102 years old on October 25, 1990.
102 years
Harriette Winkler of Brighton, Suffolk County, MA was born on October 30, 1871, and died at age 102 years old on January 15, 1974.
102 years
Cecelia Winkler of New Rochelle, Westchester County, NY was born on July 24, 1905, and died at age 101 years old on February 13, 2007.
101 years
Mary Winkler of Castroville, Medina County, TX was born on June 8, 1903, and died at age 102 years old on November 13, 2005.
102 years
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