Mr. Edward Anthony (Ace) Winn Sr., 83, of Duryea, passed away Friday, May 27, 2016, at his home.

Born in Duryea, he was the son of the late Joseph and Helen Guntkowski Winn and the stepson of the late Floyd Winn. He was a graduate of Duryea High School and Lackawanna Junior College. He was the former owner and operator of Winn's Garage, Duryea which is now run by his sons, Edward Jr. and Jeffrey. He was a former police officer in Duryea and formerly worked for the Luzerne County Sheriffs Department.

Edward enjoyed collecting Military War memorabilia and had one of the largest collections in the country. He loved to travel extensively and frequented gun shows throughout the United States. He was a warm and thoughtful person with a huge heart. He was respected and admired for his generosity and kindness.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Harry Winn.

Surviving is his loving wife of 64 years, the former Mary Lou Cavanaugh.

Daughter, Debra Abent and her husband, Frank, of Duryea
Daughter, Cynthia Scoda and her husband, David, of Duryea
Son, Edward Winn Jr. and his wife, Mary Ellen, of Duryea
Son, Jeffrey Winn and his wife, Jennifer, of Wilkes Barre

Grandchildren, Frank Abent, Melissa Galanakis, David Scoda, Stephanie Roscioli, Edward Winn III, Brandon Winn, Zackery Winn and Ava Winn
Great grandchildren, Yanni and Ari Galanakis and Joseph and Giavianna Roscioli
Several nieces and nephews

The family wishes to thank all of the care givers who took such good care of Edward.

Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea. To leave the family an online condolence please visit the funeral home website, www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

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Guestbook Entries

Dear Mrs. Wynn, Eddie, Jeffrery, and family, First of all, I am so sorry to read this (after so many years) the passing of a dear friend and fellow collector. How I stumbled upon your dad's obituary was a freak accident reading about a military collectible. If your mother is still alive, she might remember me stopping by with my son who was maybe 10 to 12 years old to pick up Mr. Winn's consignment and then insisting I stay for lunch or sandwiches. He is now married and has a young son. My late wife Marianne his favorite cashier passed away last year from this ridiculous covid chaos. She always enjoyed talking to him over the phone or at the auctions we had down in the Pottstown area. Marianne also contracted MS which towards her end caused me to leave the auctioneering business to care for her, since she could no longer care for herself. Plus, so you know my son pursued the law enforcement field probably due somewhat to Mr. W.'s influence. I also always enjoyed stopping first at the garage to talk to Eddie, Jeffrey, and Mr. W senior before heading over to the house. There are so many more memories I could go on. Ken Moyer please forward my email and phone number to his family

Ken Moyer Auctioneer (over 1 year ago)

I am sincerely sorry for your loss. Your Dad and Mom were great people and always treated me great. I was just thinking of all of you and decided to look them up and found this and your Moms. Again I am so sorry.

sherry ross (over 1 year ago)

Dear Dad, It is our second Christmas without you. Our family is so disconnected. I wish you were with us, Our family holidays will never be the same, we all seem to be scattering in different directions. I miss you terrible, I think of you every day. Love and prayers. Merry Christmas. Love, Debby

Debby Abent (over 6 years ago)

Dear Dad, I cant't believe a year has passed since your death. I miss you so much. Life will never be the same for our family. You were the glue that held us all together. The boys and I planted a garden today, in your honor. We had a good time sharing Grampa stories. I wish you peace Dad. My heart is with you every day. I love you and miss. Love, Debby

Debby Abent (almost 7 years ago)

Dear Dad, Another holiday came and went. This was a tough one. We missed you terrible. It was pretty evident that we were all going through the motions of keeping the holiday traditions, but it wasn't the same. I missed your smile, your warm hugs, and silly stories you made up for the kids. I just wish you could still be with us. Mom is so sad. Dad, I wish you peace, I wish you comfort , I wish you a Merry Christmas. Love Always, Debby Xoxoxo 0 + -

Debra Abent (over 7 years ago)

Dear Dad, One year ago you were in my home having dinner with me and Mom and my family. It is one of my favorite memories. I loved waiting on you, being with you, and seeing you so happy with your family. My only wish is that I was cooking for you again tomorrow. I miss you every day! I wish you peace and happiness. I know you will be enjoying Grams cooking tomorrow . Have a wonderful Thanksgiving in Heaven, surrounded by family. I Love you. Debby

Debby Abent (over 7 years ago)

Dear Ed and Jeff . Joe and I are so sorry for your loss of your dad. With deepest sympathy.

Joe and Karen Thompson (almost 8 years ago)

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband/father. Please know that we will be praying for your family during this difficult time. It was a pleasure to have been friends with your dad, and he will be greatly missed. But he will always be with us in our memories.

Dan and Rebekka Parry (almost 8 years ago)

Dear Mary and Family, So very sorry to hear of Ed's passing. May God Bless you all during this difficult time.

Peter and Mary Von Getzie (almost 8 years ago)

May you rest in peace Colonel. You are in a better place. Always a giving soul. Many times you where like my 2nd Father. Had a lot of Great times with you! Miss you!!

Joe Alexander (almost 8 years ago)

My condolences to the Winn family. Sorry for your loss.

Shaun Rohland (almost 8 years ago)

Our prayers and sympathy go out to the Winn family. Big Ed was an Awesome man, always had a smile on his face, never had a bad thing to say of anyone, was always very caring of everyone around him. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May you rest in peace Ace.

Robert, Dorothy, and Mikhaela Moher (almost 8 years ago)

We are sorry for your loss.

Jack and Theresa Scheatzle (almost 8 years ago)

I am honored and blessed to have known your Father, My condolences to your family.

Mike Rohland (almost 8 years ago)

Dear Mary Lou, You and Edward were always very special friends to me. Edward was a very kind man and it was always a pleasure to be in his company. My sincere sympathy to you and your family and may Edward rest in peace. Love, Mary Ann

Mary Ann Daywood (almost 8 years ago)

Mr Winn was a good customer of mine when I worked at A & A Auto Very sorry for your loss to the Winn Family !

Brian Durkin (almost 8 years ago)

My deepest sympathy to the Winn Family. You are in my thoughts.

Fred Pierantoni III. (almost 8 years ago)

so sorry for your loss. he was really a special man. always smiling and nice to everyone. may he rest in peace

mike and donna rohland (almost 8 years ago)

So sorry for your loss. When I was a kid he used to take me fishing. Have some fond memories of Ed. He was really a great guy. My wife and I are sending prayers for the family. Rest In Peace, Ed.

Joe & Pat Nayavich (almost 8 years ago)

Mary, I was very sad when I heard the news. Ed will be greatly missed.. He was a good friend & a big help to me for the last 40 years. You & your family are in our prayers

James & Linda Proctor (almost 8 years ago)

I am very sorry to learn of Ed's passing

Ken Feeney (almost 8 years ago)

Ed was always such a very nice man to both of us. We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jim and JoAnn Polifko (almost 8 years ago)

There are no words to describe this man but if you knew him you already know that. God bless you my friend and God bless your family. You will be saddly missed by all and I am no exception. But I feel comforted in knowing you will be watching over us as you did always.

Darrin Bidwell (almost 8 years ago)

You will be remembered always and will be part of us all! We love you!!

Melissa Galanakis (almost 8 years ago)

Rest peacefully my friend. Nicest man ever. Sympathy to his family.

Pat Soroka Pickering (almost 8 years ago)

Prayers to the winn family . Very sorry to hear that big ed has left us. He was very good neighbor and close friend to my family . Took my brother Jay under his wing taught him how to fix car . Hearts are filled with love for this very special man . Who was icon of the town . True hero.

Joanne van ness (almost 8 years ago)

He was a good friend and would do anything for anybody.Rip Ed my thoughts and prayers are with the family

john rowlands (almost 8 years ago)

We love you so much grandpa! We will miss you! You will be in our hearts forever!

Stephanie Roscioli (almost 8 years ago)

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