Paul “Mike” Winters, 68, of Laramie passed away at his home Tuesday, March 7, 2017 after a courageous battle against cancer. He was born December 29, 1948 in Wheeling, West Virginia to Paul and Julia (Richmond) Winters.
Mike married Roberta (Williamson) Tratos on June 14, 1997 in Douglas, Wyoming.
He was a committed forester, serving over 35 years for the U.S. Forest Service. He enjoyed teaching the Eagle Scouts about leadership and the outdoors. His hobbies included woodworking, hunting and fishing; and he was active in his church home enjoying morning bible study each week.
Mike is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Roberta Winters; and sister, Judy Winters.
He is survived by his daughters Michaela Tratos of Laramie, WY; Brianna Tratos of Las Vegas, NV; brother, John (Maggie) Winters of West Richland, WA; sister-in-law, Jeannine (Richard) Weber of Cheyenne, WY; nephews, Ryan Winters of Cleveland, OH; David (Shannon) Winters of Erie, CO; Andrew Winters of Cologne, Germany; Chris Luckenbach of CA; Michael Luckenbach of IN; niece, Katherine Rivard of Phoenix, AZ; and one grandchild, Amber Rahn, of Laramie, WY.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Laramie, 1754 Centennial Drive Laramie, Wyoming 82070; and Harvest Church, 2535 Harvest Drive Laramie, Wyoming 82070.
Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 18 at Harvest Church with Pastor Stephen Knoll, officiating. Inurnment will take place in Douglas at a later date.
5 Comments To "Paul “Mike” Winters"
#1 Comment By Tammy Powell On March 14, 2017 @ 12:07 pm
I worked with Mike on several land projects while I owned and operated Powell Title & Escrow, Inc. Mike was always kind and knowledgeable and a joy with whom to work. I will miss working with Mike.
#2 Comment By Anonymous On March 15, 2017 @ 3:20 pm
I am sorry to hear about Mike passing. I want you all to know that you all are in our prayers during this time of Loss.
Love
Cyndi, Allen and Thomas Cowardin
#3 Comment By Cyndi , Allen and Thomas Cowardin On March 15, 2017 @ 3:26 pm
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mike, he was a nice person. I want you all to know that you all are in our prayers during this time of loss. May the Lord give you strength and comfort.
Love
Cyndi, Allen and Thomas Cowardin
#4 Comment By Anonymous On March 15, 2017 @ 6:26 pm
I had the pleasure of working with Mike for over twenty years, He was a great friend we spent many fire assignments together and enjoyed numerous hunting trips. He was an uncle to my children, always willing to help others whether it was to cut firewood, roof a house or build a fence, he helped teach hunter safety classes and assisted for numerous years with the 4H State Shooting contest held in Douglas every July. He was a true friend in every since of the word and will be missed greatly!
#5 Comment By Anonymous On March 17, 2017 @ 10:45 am
Mike and I worked together for a bunch of years. He was a true professional who was loyal, trustful and dedicated. A honest hard working man and a good team player. We had many fun and enjoyable field trips on the National Forests and Grasslands. Enjoyed hunting with him a time or two and hearing about his Alaska fishing adventures. A very good person that I will miss but not forget….may he rest in peace .