John Winterburn Sr., Navy veteran

John Winterburn Sr., 79, died peacefully after extended health issues at his residence Friday June 22, 2012. Born Aug. 9, 1932, he lived in Vineland, N.J., and was a longtime resident of Hagerstown, Md. He retired in Fenwick Island, where he lived with his wife, Donna Winterburn.

He served in the Navy before returning to Hagerstown to become the proprietor of the Broad Axe Tavern, which he owned and operated with his wife of 36 years, Joan Winterburn, who predeceased him. He is survived by many family members including his wife Donna and her four children; his children, John Jr. and Rene Winterburn, Robert Winterburn and Elizabeth Smith, Lisa and Doug DeVault, JoAnn and Joel Wolber; a brother, Ted Winterburn; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A private gathering for family and friends will be held to commemorate his life. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his name to the Fenwick Island Lions Club, 37232 Lighthouse Road Suite 109, West Fenwick Island, DE 19975.