of Helena, AR
April 30, 1959 - July 4, 2014
Dr. William ''Sandy'' Winston, II, age 55, of Helena, Arkansas passed away Friday, July 4, 2014 at Helena. Dr. Winston was born April 30, 1959 at Memphis, Tennessee to William Samuel Winston, Sr. and Miriam Suzanne Harmon Winston. He was a partner with the Bell-Winston Clinic for 22 years. Dr. Winston was Medical Director for Phillips County Veterans Administration Clinic, Medical Director of Phillips County Health Department, and provided services for Helena Regional Medical Center Wound Clinic. He was also an active sponsor of the King Biscuit Blues Festival and very active with Young Life.
He is survived by his wife of seventeen years, Susan Barkley Winston; one son, Mickey Rial of Pine Bluff, Arkansas; one daughter, Julie Rial of Lamar, Arkansas; his parents, William and Suzanne Winston of Germantown, Tennessee; two brothers, Scott Winston (Cindy) of Cordova, Tennessee and Stephen Winston (Suzie) of Fairhope, Alabama; a nephew, William Samuel ''Tripp'' Winston, III; and two nieces, Hannah and Kate Winston.
A service for Dr. Sandy Winston will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at Delta Fellowship Church in West Helena. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:00-2:00 p.m., also at the church. Burial will be at Central Cemetery in Lexa, Arkansas. Reverend Cliff Bernard will officiate.
Pallbearers are David Mitchell, Curtis Gregory, Joe Cissell, Joseph Cissell, Tim Savage, Mickey Mays, Mike Osborn, Dr. Kennan Buechter and Michael Schwantz. Honorary pallbearers are Hunter Rutland, Dr. M.A. McDaniel, Dr. Pat Bell, Dr. P. Reddy Tukivakala, and Dr. David Irvine.
Memorials may be made to Young Life or to the Humane Society of the Delta.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
I've really have missed Dr. Winston. He sure was a fine man and my doctor for 10 yrs+. He was the one who told me I was expecting my son and he also treated my chronic pain years later. I sure wish that he was still here with us because I loved seeing his jolly face that usually had a smile. He was usually in a good mood and very understanding and caring. I never had to worry about any kind of sickness or pain because I knew that he would take care of it.
I just had to mention how well he took care of all of us and how he made an impression on many people. God Bless you Dr. Winston! You are now with Him and in a better place.
I just heard of Dr. Winston's passing because I now live away from Helena. Dr. Winston was my Physician from 2002-2009 when I lived in Helena and was the Principal at West Helena Central High School. He was a very good man who always wore a smile. He was patient and knowledgeable and enjoyed talking about sports and the outdoors. He was very thorough with his work and a very good listener as well. My condolences to his family and loved ones. Rest in Peace.
My condolences. A fine man.
I was out of town on vacation when I learned of Dr.Winston's untimely death! I have worked at HRMC for the past 5 years and can never say I saw him without a smile on his face. I am gonna miss him! Sincerely, Teresa
I was so shocked and very saddened to hear about Dr Winston. He was an awesome. Doctor and a great man he was. I miss. him so much. He was my doctor for 18 years. My prayers thoughts. and love for his family. Barbara and the Bell Winston Family. I was late for his service but I made it. I know. doc was smiling. he. always joked about my vehicle making me late. He. And. history. wife. Had stopped once too help when my vehicle broke down but that was how he was always helping. Sleep well my wonderful DOCTOR. AND FRIEND .
I have just learned of Sandy's death. I haven't seen Sandy in years but having gone to high school with him I remember him well as being a great guy and of great character. He obviously continued those traits after his graduation. My prayers are with you and his family.
I consider Sandy a friend even though I haven't seen him since our school days at OLD HICKORY ACADEMY in Jackson, TN. I was shocked to learn of his death and saddened for his family and friends who will miss him so very much. Please know that I will be praying for God to comfort all of you at this difficult time of loss. Sincerely, Amy Lawrence Walton
So sorry to hear of the passing of Sandy. I went to high school with him at Old Hickory Academy. Though I haven't seen him in years I do have good memories of him as a great guy. RIP
Susan,
I just learned today about Sandy. I had searched for him on FB this morning, after discovering my high school annual from the year we both graduated from Old Hickory Academy in Jackson, TN in 1977, over the weekend. Sandy was always the real deal.... Genuine. Although we've never met, I'm sure you're a remarkable lady. The Sandy I knew 40 years ago wouldn't have settled for anyone less. Hugs also to his sweet Mama & Daddy. What a legacy he has left for each of you. Blessings.
Sam and Suzanne....my daughter, Linda, sent me this notice...she saw it on facebook. So sorry, can't imagine the sorrow you are feeling...wanted you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Have great memories of your time in Jackson,..Faye Graham
I haven't seen Sandy since our days at Old Hickory Academy. He was such a great guy in those days so I'm sure he was an awesome doctor. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Dr. wisnton was taylor and I boys doctor and mine as well. He was a good kind hearted man, and love kids. My heart gose out to all winstons family.
I was blessed to have known Dr. Sandy for 21 years. I was 10 when my mom started work for the Bell-Winston Clinic. He was a great man and doctor. He was great with my kiddos!!! He had a wonderdul bedside manner. He treated everyone as a friend! He will be greatly missed. I will be praying for all pf his family and friends through this trying time.
I am so sorry for the loss of Sandy Susan, I know God will wrap his loving arms around you and your family in this time of sorrow and see you through it. I will continue to keep you in my prayers and thoughts.
Valerie McMickle
Dr. Sandy Winston, what a man, what a Doctor. I feel real are t. I is able to educate people to become Doctor but only God can call special people to be Doctors. You can tell the different, it shows the love, kindness, caring, meekness, compassion, understanding, their for you when others turn you away, gives so much to other with a smile even when he didn't feel well. He was a Doctor you could work with, give suggestion or tell him what you think and he didn't mind. He didn't think you were trying to be a Doctor he knew that he and the nurse had a common goal, what was best for his patient. You see when you are called by God you are like that. So sleep on Dr. Winston take your rest, your job on earth was just a test. You passed it and now you are numbered in Heaven with the BLESSED. We will meet again God only know when but until that day I will simply say SEE YOU LATER MY FRIEND.
I love you, Sandy. You will be sorely missed, for only a short while There will be ONE great Winston reunion in Heaven on THAT day! Get it ready for us, dear Cuz. And give Tom my love.................
Dr. Winston will be greatly missed around Med Surg halls. Keeping the family in my prayers.
Great video!! Didn't know Sandy in his younger days but I bet he was a hoot. Glad I got to meet him and get to be a friend in the short time that I had. Great Man and so well liked by all of us. Rhita and I are here for Susan and the family if we can help.
Dr Winston was so sweet & encouraging to my dad during his last days. Will always be grateful. God bless you Susan & his precious family.
We Love You Sandy !!!
I am praying for Your family during this time of loss.
So sorry to hear about the loss of Dr. Winston. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family and the Bell-Winston Clinic family. He will be deeply missed.
You will be greatly missed. May you rest in peace and harmony.
Prayers to the Winston family and friends.
Our deep sympathy to Susan and the rest of the family. Dr. Sandy was one of our family doctors for many years, almost from the first year he was here. We both thought a lot of him and we are going to miss him terribly. He was a a good man and a wonderful doctor. You are all in our prayers.
Dear Susan,
My thoughts are with you, keeping you, your children and family in prayer.
I'm sorry about your lost on Dr. Winston. I was one of his patients when he came to Helena. He was very kind and a thoughtful person. He always listen to my problems. He was also my mother and fathers doctor & they will also miss him. We will all miss him the Pope & Cheatam family. May God bless your family.
Thanking God for the gift of life, and talents of Dr. Sandy Winston. May he be remembered for all the good events his life created. May he rest in the eternal peace of God, our Father. God bless and comfort his family, friends, and colleagues today and in the future.
May God Bless you sweet lady for all that you are enduring. He was a wonderful man and an awesome Doctor.
R.I.P Dr. Winston!
He was a great and caring man! R.I.P Dr. Winston!
So very sorry to learn of Dr. Winston's passing. Please know that the family is in my prayers.
Dr. Winston was someone who cherished his family and loved life. The video memorial is such a wonderful tribute. He will be so greatly missed.
We didn't know you long, but you left a lasting impression. You will be missed by our entire family.
Enjoyed working with you as the Health Information Management Director of Helena Regional Medical Center. You will be missed by the staff in Medical Records.
So sorry for the loss of Dr. Winston, I just saw a few weeks ago. We talked about me wearing a heart monitor, so with a heavy just wanted to tell you all what a good dr. & person he was. He was a good listener also , I could talk to himabout my family& he would gove me his opinion.He was most all my family's dr. at some time or another. We loved him& I will miss him very much. Prayers& hugs to u all!
PRAYING FOR THE WINSTON FAMILY. GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU IS MY PRAY.
GLORIA ROBINSON & FAMILY
Dr. Winston will truly be missed! He was our doctor every since he came to the Bell- Winston Clinic. We extend condolences to his family and may God keep you lifted up in this time of sorrow.
I had not worked with Dr. Winston for very long but he definitely had a great impact on me and his patients. He will be greatly missed.
dr. winston has been our dr.for eighteen years and had also became our good friend.we will really miss him.we will keep the family in our prayers
We are very sorry for your loss, which was a big loss for our entire community as well. He was a good man and physician and will be missed by many.
Am so very sorry Susan and your families to hear of this. Even though I never had the priviledge of meeting Sandy, I know he was a wonderful man and left you way too soon. Have you in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs and much love. I'm here if you need ANYTHING!! God bless.
My prayers are with Dr. Winston's family and clinic family. I had the privilege of seeing him on Wednesday's at the VA clinic. He was a great man and Dr. and will certainly miss him at the VA clinic.
Dear Susan, Jimmy and I hold you in our hearts, thoughts and mind and are saddened for your loss. Words are hard to say when you know someone that loses a love one and even though it has been years since I have seen you, I still call you friend. May God give you and the family love, comfort and peace of mind as you go through your time of grieving.
Love to you Jimmy and Linda Bevel
Dr. Winston had a very charming smile that was identical to his meek heart. It saddens me that his delightful personality and playful ways are no longer going to grace our presence. I pray for his family and loved ones for strength in grievous time. Truly a wonderful man. Rest In Love.
My prayers and thoughts are with the Winston family. May God comfort your hearts during this very difficult time.
I worked with Dr Winston since 1995. He was always caring and all around a good man and doctor. when I was a new nurse he would teach things. something that some drs didn't bother with. i know he will be missed very much.in those hallways. I will miss him.dearly!! Thank you for being a friend and a special Dr! You will be missed!!!
So sorry to hear about Dr. Winston' s death. He will be greatly missed. He was great to work with at HRMC. Always so caring and easy to talk to My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. .
Susan, I have been out of town, but I am so sorry about Sandy. My heart breaks for you. Please know you will be in my prayers. Love, Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Words can not express the sadness that I feel for The Winston family right now. I can't even fathom the fact that after seeing Sandy a few weeks ago, so full of life and smiles that he is no longer here. What a great man! He will be truly missed by all.
Thinking of each of you during this extreme time of sorrow. I love each of you and I am so sorry I can not be there to give you all hugs.
Love you,
Stephanie
Our prayers are with this family and His co-workers. May God comfort your hearts and bring you strength and peace. He was such a wonderful person and God used him in such a mighty way on earth helping so many people. Many things we can't understand but we can believe the promises of God and know Heaven has a special angel.
A great man and doctor with a kind heart that will be missed
I'm deeply saddened about the loss of my doctor and friend. He was my family's Doctor for over 20 years. He will always hold a special memory with us. He saved my daughters life 19 years ago. He will be missed dearly by all of us. God has taken a good man to be his angel and he still continues to watch over us. My prayers are with the family.
Susan, Julie, Mickey and Family
We are sadden to hear the loss of Dr. Sandy. He will be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.
We are so sorry for your loss. Dr. Winston was a Great Doctor and just a Wonderful person. We know that your family has experienced a great loss. Our daughter (Eugenia) worked with Dr. Winston for 22 years and we know they will all miss him terribly at the Clinic.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
So sorry for your loss.
Susan, I wish I had words that would ease the pain you are going through right now, but I know from experience there are not any. I will just take this time to tell you that I am so glad the good Lord let my path cross with yours and Sandy's while here on this earth. I know that Phillips county will truly miss him and all he did for the people there. Take care my friend!!
So very sorry for your loss dr winston. You were a great man and a great doctor to me. You were the man who saved my life and continued to be my doctor for the next 19 years of your life. I will never forget who you are. Much love & prayers for your family and I hope for the best for your family.
-Amanda Alford
So sorry to hear of Sandy's passing. He completed his FM residency at UAMS AHEC-Pine Bluff and was a joy to be around. Your family has my deepest sympathy.
There are no words to describe the pain I or this community feels for this wonderful man and Dr..So I know no words can for do the pain his family is feeling. .I we pray for the family in this time of such pain n sorrow..Dr Winston we luv u..we thank u n honor u for all u done for us!! THANK U!! RIP!! Gone but nvr forgotten! !
U was a very good doctor to both my boys for a long time. U will b missed but never forgotten. My thoughts and prayer r with the family
HE WAS NOT ONLY MY DOCTOR HE WAS MY FRIEND AND HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY ME AND MANY MANY MORE
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was a good doctor and will be greatly missed in the community as well as by friends and patients.
Tina Hollowell
Can't believe my old Anatomy buddy is gone!. Many fond memories of the challenges of med school together followed by internship and residency. I was fortunate to spend 7 years of my life with you pal Godspeed my friend and prayers to your family
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Winston family, especially his wife Susan,
Dr Winston was my doctor for years he was very good to me he will be missed dearly I loved him very much
Our heart felt condolences go out to the family. Dr Winston was a fine man and doctor and will be greatly missed
Praying for his family and staff at the medical clinic. Dr. Winston, was the best DR in our community. He always greeted you with a smile and a hand shake no matter where he seen you at. This community has lost a GREAT MAN that will never be replaced!! May God wrap his loving arms around his family and Mrs. Barbara in the days ahead!!
I called on Dr Winston for many years when I was with Novartis. He was always cheerful and friendly. He will be missed by many people.
Susan, I was saddened to hear of Sandy's passing. He was a great doctor and friend. I can remember when he started at the hospital and I knew he was going to do great things in the community and he did. I am praying for you and your family. God bless you all.
You will be greatly missed.
Our heart felt condolences to your family. I did not personally know Dr. Winston, but always said don't know why I did not go to him, just to see him, be in the room he was in, you knew right away, you liked him I pray for each family member, friend or employee, coworker I know this is a hard time right now, but he is looking down from heaven, smiling.
Praying for peace and comfort for all who knew him...if you knew him I know your heart is heavy like mine! He was all my kids dr, husbands, dads, moms, mother-in-law, late father-in-law, sister and her families and mine...I'm at a loss for words! He was always open and honest! He knew you no matter where you were and He always had a smile. Praying for his family....Lord You gained one awesome Angel!!! We're gonna miss you Dr.Winston.
Dr Winston was my brother Carl Boehlers Dr and He thought the world of him. He very honest with us, but unfortunately my brother passed 4 years ago. We loved him. Praying for the family. God Bless
I've worked under the direction of Dr. Winston since 2001at HRMC. He has always been pleasant to work with and his patients seem to adore him. He will truly be missed by the HRMC family. I want to extend my deepest sympathy to Mrs. Winston and children. "Be of good courage and HE (God) will strengthen your hearts" ...Psalm 31.
A Great Man, Friend, and Doctor. This is a great lose.Praying for Susan and Family
Sandy was one of my favorite doctors when I worked at the hospital. He will be greatly missed in Phillips County!
We are deeply sadden to hear about Dr. Winston. He will be missed by many. Prayers for the family.
MS. Winston and Family may God give you the strength and peace, DR, Winston will truly be missed,I shed tears everytime I think of him, he was my doc. and friend, he always greeted with a smile, he was the same where ever I saw him, a great person, doctor and friend, be blessed
I have only worked at helena regional for a year and a half. Dr winston always greeted me with a smile every morning. Sure will miss him
My thoughts and prayers are with the Winston family. Dr. Winston was a joy to work with. He will be dearly missed.
Worked for him for 12 years. Coolest boss I ever had. So sorry. Lots of love.
My prayers are with the family during this hard time.
We have lost a great physician, in our community. I first met Dr. Sandy Winston at Helena Regional Medical Center, where we worked caring for others. Prayers go out to his loved ones. Dr. Sandy Winston you will be missed.
Susan & family,
So sorry about the loss of a good friend , a great person and a wonderful doctor. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Pat & Romey
My family's doctor & very close friend. I am still in shock! I'm almost healed & you helped with that. I have thanked you every week in wound care. We just saw you. I find myself saying "who is going to see about us around here now?" We love you so much & Thank God for the time that you were in our lives & will forever keep you in our hearts. To the family, you guys are in our prayers. He was a great man. Thanks again Dr. Winston for being much more than just a doctor.
Susan
My daughter, Elaine, and I were very saddened to hear about Dr Winston's death. He took such good care of her and her friend Jimi and I was so thankful for that. I know your family feels lost and our community has lost a wonderful, caring man.
Your entire family is in our prayers.
So very sorry for your loss. Will be in prayer for your family. I am a co-worker with your daughter, Julie.
It has been such a pleasure to work for this man. I am so grateful to have been a employe at the clinic.Doc Winston was the coolest doctor around anyone that new him new that. Susan my heart hurts for you and the family. My prayer is that God be with you now and in the days a head of you all.
I met Dr. Winston one time at the Bell/,Winston clinic. He was very kind and treated me as if I had been his patient for years. My prayers are for the family and co-workers of this very nice man.
I am so sorry for the lost of my precious Dr ,
I love him he was one of the kindest Drs .I know ..My sympathy to you Susan and Family . send my prayers and love . I will miss him .
As many are saying he was more than my doctor, he was my friend. He was so attentive to my health needs and was genuinely concerned about finding a solution to any problems I had. We had many wonderful conversations about life and I never dreaded going to see him because I knew he would help me. So many have been affected by his death and our community will miss him dearly.
My prayers go out to the entire family. May God give you the strength you need to make it through this.
Dr.Winston was my dr for 15 years and the only dr that I have ever came across that actually cared about his patients........he always got on a personal level with you and I will miss him greatly! I will miss the way he always greets me when walking in the room......There will never be another dr that can replace this remarkable and wonderful dr! RIP Dr. Winston
Susan, we had a wonderful doctor/patient relationship. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his family,
Dr Winston wasn't just my doctor, he was my friend. He has been the only doctor that treated me with dignity and respect my whole life, even though at times I know I was a difficult patient. I don't know if I can find another doctor that will treat me the same. He always came in the exam room with a jolly smile and said "Hello Jimi" along with a handshake. I will miss him so much so I know your family is in tremendous pain.
Please keep God in your life as I know He will give you the strength your family needs to get through this.
I still can't really get my mind around this. I know that wherever Sandy is, there is excellent bar-b-que, cold beer, good laughter and the warmth of true friendship. My thoughts and prayers to Susan, Barbara, the entire Winston family and the Bell-Winston Clinic. Good night, my friend. Sleep well.
My sincere condolences to the family. Dr. Winston was a very good Dr and caring human being. He was my Dr for 20 plus years. Doc and I would talk sports during my office visits. He is truly going to be missed by our community.
Dr. Winston was the most beautiful person I have ever met, I'm 15 and he has been my doctor my entire life, he was always so happy and joyful. I can't help but shed tears when I think about him. My prayers are sent to the family and friends .. You will be truly missed.
Susan and family,
This all seems soo surreal as I am still in total shock. What a sad time for the whole community, he was loved and respected by many. I had the privilege of working for Dr Winston for almost 11 years, he was a great doctor who was genuine and cared for his patients. I have so many fun memories at Bell Clinic working for him. I know these days ahead will be so hard for you, Me and Steve will continue praying for strength and comfort for you and the family during this difficult time. If there is anything at all we can do for you please don't hesitate to call, u have my number.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You all are in our prayers.
United Medical
Wynne, AR
Susan, my heart goes out to you. It was a shock to hear about Sandy's passing. He was a wonderful doctor and friend. He will be dearly missed.
Prayers for all and you will be missed by us all. What a great man
My heart is sadden for the lost of such a Wonderful Caring doctor, my Friend Dr. Winston. May our Lord n Savior keep his loving arms of comfort n Peace upon each of his loving family. Dr Sanday was a verying caring and open hand of compassion each time over the last twenty years, as I can truly say he was my Friend with kindness and tranquility he always assured me everything was going to be alright! As i say goodbye to my trusted friend n Doctor I thank GOD for the loving kindness he made in my life..Rest in Peace !!.
Our thoughts & prayers are with you Susan. Dr. Winston was such a great doctor and will be missed by many! He was such an asset to the VA Clinic.
Susan,
We are very sorry for you loss! We are praying for you. He was Kenzie's baby doctor and we loved him.
Bill and Deena
I am so very sorry to hear about Dr. Winston. He was my doctor and also my friend. Praying for the family.
Susan, so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Susan and family. I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Winston. May the Lord be with each of you at this difficult time
Words just can't describe how sorry I was to hear of Dr. Winston's passing. Praying for you, Susan, and for the family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
I want to extend my sympathy in the loss of your loved one. Patricia and I will be praying for your family.
Fulton
My kids only doctor all these years. Sandy was a great doctor, human, and just a good natured, down to earth person. He was the same in the office or in Wal-Mart and always acknowledge me like we were old friends. Susan you are in our thoughts. Our community has big shoes to fill.
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Winston was a great Dr. and a very nice person. I'm sure he'll be missed by the community and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Your family will be included in my prayers. God bless you .
So sorry to hear. My prayers are with Susan and the family.
Dr. Winston is already missed. He was an awesome doctor and friend to his patients. My heart just breaks because we have truly lost a gem. My prayers are with his family, the clinic, Barbara and this community. Rest In Love my friend.
So sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Winston. He will greatly be missed. My prayers go out to his family.
i was so shocked when I heard Dr. Winston had died on the 4th of July, I had known him since he started working at the Helena Hospital. He was a very special person ,one of the nicest men I have ever known and Doctors, He a;ways had a smile and was the same friendly person no matter where you saw him. He will be missed by all who knew him. Susan I am so sorry for your loss, I know it was a big one. If you need my help in anyway be sure to let me know, I will keep you and the whole Winston family in my prayers.
My heart breaks for the family and for our community. Sandy was my doctor, but he was also a friend. His caring manner and compassion are things I will always remember.
May he rest in peace......
Susan,
We are sorry for your lost! Dr. Winston was a fine man and we are glad to have known him. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May the Lord grant this family peace and comfort. This community will surely miss Dr. Sandy.
Shocked to hear about Sandy.Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.