John Peter "Pete" Winters

Longtime Southwest Florida resident John Peter “Pete” Winters died peacefully in his sleep, in the early morning hours of February 15, 2018. Born on March 12, 1956 in Xenia, Ohio, Pete moved to Florida with his parents John “Jack” N. and Sue X. Winters in April 1960, in time for the September landfall of Hurricane Donna. As a youth growing up in Naples, Pete participated in all sports, but mainly in baseball and football, where he excelled as an award winning catcher and safety. He was the captain of the 1974 Golden Eagle football team. That year, he was also selected as a Babe Ruth Baseball “Athlete of the Year.” His complete athletic record was published in the ’74 Babe Ruth Baseball’s Annual and is on permanent display in the Baseball Hall of Fame museum in Cooperstown, NY. He attended Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, NC and later, Florida State University in Tallahassee. As a successful entrepreneur, Pete founded Winters Consulting, Inc. in the 1980’s, specializing in high end condominium remodeling primarily at Lely Barefoot Beach, where he was contracted by many and was highly respected for his commitment to quality and attention to detail. Known for working hard and playing harder, he spent the rest of his time, away from his projects, either on the water, as he was an accomplished mariner, or on the golf course, playing to a single digit handicap for the majority of his playing years. His greatest gift as a friend combined generosity, humor, a sharp wit, a sense of loyalty and a keener sense of mischief. He was as welcomed, and at home, in Port Royal as he was in River Park, and all places in between. He is dearly loved and sorely missed by all who knew him simply as Pete. He is survived by his loving wife Vanessa P. Winters, mother Sue X. Winters, daughter Sarah Winters and granddaughter Aleta Winters. Also surviving are his brother Alec Winters, sister-in-law Ali Winters, niece Samantha Winters and sisters Ruthie Winters and Katie Shotwell. The family and friends of Pete Winters invite you to join them for a celebration of his life, Wednesday February 28th at the Pewter Mug 6:00 - 9:00 PM. Transportation by Uber or cab is recommended. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, donations in Pete’s honor can be made to the Juan Romero Baseball Camp, Inc., 3678 Kent Drive, Naples FL 34112. Donations will be used to start a memorial scholarship drive in Pete’s name for area students to attend the camp. To sign his guest register or to leave online condolences please visit www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com Arrangements are being handled by Shikany’s Bonita Funeral Home.

John Peter "Pete" Winters

March 12, 1956 - February 15, 2018