Thomas "Capt. Tom" Winkler

Thomas "Capt. Tom" H. Winkler, 73 years old, a native of St. Bernard and a resident of Cut Off, passed away on Monday, Sept. 7, 2020 at his home.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2020 at Samart-Mothe Funeral Home in Cut Off from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Services will be held in the parlor at 12:30 p.m. with cremation to follow.

Capt. Tom is survived by his wife of 42 years; Violet "Red" O'Reilly Winkler, children: Tom Winkler (Tanya) of Daphne, AL, Stephen Winkler (Bethan) of Prairieville, Lillian Pitre of Cut Off and Laini Belcher (Craig) of Luling; grandchildren: Mia, Sean, Drake, Jacob, Leia, Dax, Chaise and Coen. Also his sister, Peggy Dawson, numerous neices and nephews and his faithful sidekick Cajun.

Mr. Winkler was precede in death by his parents: Charles, Jr. and Lillian A. Winkler, and brothers: Charles (Pete) Winkler III and Conrad Winkler, Sr.

Capt. Tom enjoyed the outdoors, boating, fishing and hunting. He especially loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.

The family asks for donations to be made in his name to the American Cancer Society.