Joanna Elizabeth Traynor Winter

She was born Jan. 1, 1918, in Jamestown, N.Y., to the late Rubie Pearl Wescott Traynor and the late Leon Joseph Traynor. She spent her childhood in Jamestown, N.Y., and Bemus Point, N.Y., along with her younger brother, the late Donald Traynor, whom she lovingly called, “Pint.”

Joanna graduated from Bemus Point High School in 1935 before working at Nelsons Department Store and Rex the Florist. She met and married the love of her life, the late Paul William Winter, on Feb. 27, 1943. Joanna enjoyed being co-owner and operator (1946 to 1963) of the Traynor Winter Restaurant Cabins and Motel in Bemus Point, that were built by her father, Leon, brother, Donald and husband, Paul. Joanna and Paul had their daughter, the late Jane Ann Winter (Lindboom) in August 1950.

Joanna was a member of Christ First United Methodist Church, Music Study Club, Christ First Prayer Circle, Christ First Seniors Group, Marvin Community House and enjoyed supporting the Chautauqua County Humane Society due to her love of animals.

Joanna resided with her daughter, Jane, later in life until the unexpected and untimely loss of Jane in 2015. At 97 years young, Joanna embraced the adventure of moving out to Frederick, Md., to live with her granddaughter, Jessica Woodin (Lindboom) and husband, Paul, where she resided for over three years.

Joanna loved cuddling with the family pug dogs and beagle, watching wild birds out the window, completing word searches, crafting, listening to music, and watching Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy, and Fixer Upper. Joanna also enjoyed spending time with Barbara King, her “Granny Nanny” caretaker, who was her beloved companion during the work day.

Those who had the pleasure to meet Joanna, knew her wicked sense of humor, infectious giggle, positive attitude, flair for decorating, and love for all animals. She is greatly missed.

Surviving are her granddaughter, Jessica Woodin (Paul) of Frederick, Md.,; son-in-law, Arne Lindboom of Lakewood, N.Y.; sister-in-law, Maj-Britt Anderson Traynor of Bemus Point, N.Y.; niece, Sarah Traynor Goebel of Bemus Point, N.Y.; nephew, Donald Traynor Jr. of Bemus Point, N.Y.; nephew, Leon Traynor of Davie, Fla,; niece, Penny Winter Khoury of Palatine, Ill.,; as well as multiple great-nieces and nephews.

A celebration of her life will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 6, 2019, in the main sanctuary of Christ First United Methodist Church, 663 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, N.Y., led by Pastor Matt Rowe.

Friends will be received from 9-10:30 a.m., Saturday in Darrah Hall of the church, prior to the service as well as immediately following the service.

Inurnment will be in Bemus Point Cemetery, beside her husband and daughter.

Memorials may be made to the Marvin Community House, 2 W. Fifth St., Jamestown, NY 14701 or the Chautauqua County Humane Society, 2825 Strunk Road, Jamestown, NY 14701 or Christ First United Methodist Church, 663 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, NY 14701.