Sergeant Leston "Tony" Michael Winters

There are no words that I can say except Thank You to his wife, to his parents, to the lovely children he left behind and above all to Sgt. Tony Winters, Thank You and I pray that the warrior will find peace. May God wrap his arms around you and help each of you get thru this and know that Sgt. Winters will never be forgotten. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Terry Clark (PGR East Texas---"Copper T"

On behalf of all the Patriot Guard Riders from the Golden Triangle, Houston area, and Lake Charles area it will be an honor to Stand Tall and Silent in honor of Sgt. Winters service and sacrifice.

To the family and friends.....Sgt Winters will never be forgotten. May God bless and comfort you each of you in your time of sadness. May you treasure your memories and hold them in the days ahead.

Respectfully,
Sandra Womack
Sr. Ride Captain
PGR-GT

I was blessed and privileged to work with Sgt. Winters in the ER at Ft. Wood. There are so many good memories surrounding Mike, that it is hard to list them here. My best memories are when we talked about Remi and Beth, and the night he found out that Beth was expecting, I have never seen anyone so over the moon. Mike loved his family first and being an Army Medic second. I will always remember, BIG BUCK DOWN! May God keep Beth, and his children in his hands and we will always keep them in our hearts

I am so sorry to read of SSG Winters death. I thank you for his sacrifice and his service to our country.

I look forward to meeting him in Heaven on day.

May the Lord comfort you.

My Prayers are with you and your family at this time.
I am so sorry for your loss.

I was deployed as a Reserve Lieutenant , second in charge of the ER when I met Mike. Although we built up a good trust for saving lives, I can remember this one day when I called, "Hey SGT Winters, can you help me hold this kid for this blood draw?" Now minutes pass and as I start to get frustrated why he isn't back in the room.........then, I catch a glimse of a man, in military uniform with one of the blue latex gloves blown up on his head.....acting like a chicken and the "good guy" as I dug a needle into this kid. I honestly don't think he even paid attention to me because SGT Winters in ACU's with a blue glove did enough.............this overgrown kid/soldier was full one of the BIGGEST hearts I have ever met & had the honor to work with. His ability to keep his military bearing as he helped me hold down psychotic patients was never ending. To keep his co workers safe........we'd only need SGT Winters.

I will never forget you. You were an amazing solider, and one of the best daddy's for all your kids, especially Remmie (mini you) that I had the pleasure of getting to know......"pop it, lock it, break the pickle, tickle, tickle......" crap, SGT Winters even had me doing it!!!! May all of the friends that knew him have the honor of one day telling those kids.........God how much he loved you!!!! I promise, knowing SGT Winters, he's up there in heaven, has already made his angle wings to refect a cammo hat and some type of hunting gear so that we will be able to notice him when it's our turn. I know he has already posted a sign.........."Will play with all kids until I can play with mine one day again................" damn, you will sincerly missed.........

I never thought I would have to ever write this for you my collegue and friend.

So, with my own personal Salute to you, your family and your ultimate sacrifice, and my forever friendship with your family. (will see you at Arlington)

Debbie Rice, RN
CPT, USAR

We are eternally grateful for his sacrafice. His life was a blessing. He was a medic there to offer healing and comfort, a tragic dichotomy. We are honored by his service.

I was privileged to work with Sgt Winters in the ER at Ft Wood before he deployed this last time. He was a great medic, had a magic touch with kids, loved his wife and family, and had a great sense of humor. It was an honor to know him!!

Each year, I will walk along the stones that stand tall and proud in section 60. I will read names, check out momentos left, and shed a few tears. After this year, I will visit Tony and pay my respects. I had the opportunity to work with him and hang out with him and his wife. I will always have those memories. Tony may be gone, but he will Never be forgotten. My heart goes out to your family. I wish no other family would have to go through this.
Much Love and Respect,
Mrs. Laura Rodriguez
SFC Greg Rodriguez MP, K9 KIA 9/2/2008, Arlington Section 60.

My dearest friend and brother you brought great joy to my life and I feel very blessed for having gotten to share so many experiences with you. Those memories will always be a treasure in my heart and I will remember you always.

-Simmons