WinnieBell Whigham Forseille, passed away Friday, March 2,
2018.
Services will be 10:00 am Thursday, March 8, 2018 at
Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jeff Anz officiating. Burial will be at
Restland Cemetery in Gatesville, Texas. Visitation will be 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at the funeral home.
WinnieBell was born in Coryell County, Texas on January 3,
1918 to Paul Whigham and Myrtle (Williams) Whigham. She celebrated her 100th birthday
with a wonderful party at The Atrium in Bellmead, TX. She graduated from
Teacher's College in San Marcos at a very young age. After moving to Waco, she
received her Master's degree at Baylor University. Miss Winnie was a teacher in
several schools in Coryell County until moving to Bellmead in 1953 when she
became employed by La Vega ISD. She retired in the 80's and began her travels
with friends on cruises and bus tours which she enjoyed immensely. She married
Frank Forseille in May of 1943 whom she met when his road crew came to Fort
Hood to build runways and roads. They enjoyed 34 years of marriage until Frank
passed away in 1977. Of this union they had one daughter, Francine Forseille
Huseby of McLennan County, TX. Miss Winnie enjoyed traveling, playing chicken
foot with her friends every week. Red Hat Club, working every year with the HOT
fair, attended the Flat, Texas Homecomings, the McLennan County Extension
office club meetings each month where she served in several offices.
Volunteering to deliver Meals on Wheels and at the Red Cross.
Her parents; her sister, Pauline Lockwood; her son-in-law,
John Huseby; and her godson, Greg Needham predeceased her.
She is survived by her daughter; her nephew, Bill Lockwood and
wife, Lynn; her niece, Marsha Skipper and husband, Miles; and nephew, Russell
Lockwood and wife, Carolyn.
Many thanks to the aids and nursing staff at The Atrium of
Bellmead for their care and assistance.
Please sign the online guest book at
www.bellmeadfuneralhome.com
Condolences(14)
Wesley King
Odessa, TX Monday, March 12, 2018 I have many fond memories. She was my sixth grade teacher. I special and true lady through and through. My condolences to her family. This world has lost a great lady but I'm sure heaven had gained a special angel.Sharon Wilson Senn
Waco, TX Sunday, March 11, 2018 I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. Though I never had her as a teacher, I knew her and always thought she was such a very sweet lady. Always smiling!!!! A kind word! My prayers are with you Francine for peace and strength during this time that only our Lord can provide!! Blessings.Sharon Wilson Senn.
Derbera Mullins
Waco, TX Thursday, March 8, 2018 Francine,We are thinking of you in your sorrow. Your Mother has fought the good fight and kept the faith.
We'll treasure the precious memories we have of her. We are praying our Heavenly Father will embrace you in His arms and provide strength and comfort to you during this difficult time.
With Heartfelt Sympathy. Love to you and family.
Lori White Garrison
, TX Thursday, March 8, 2018 Francine, you and your family are in my prayers. God bless you all.Donnie & Shawn Clapp
katy, TX Thursday, March 8, 2018 Prayers to all familyJuana
waco, TX Wednesday, March 7, 2018 Winnie was a wonderful patient, always happy and wanting to be independent. She was a blessing to all of us who worked with her and she loved those nails to be pink or red. She will be missed. So sorry for your lose Francine I know you loved her dearly and she loved you just as much.Juana-One of her old nurses
Russell Beechly
Jacksonville, FL Wednesday, March 7, 2018 I am certain our Almighty Father has received a welcome traveler to her Heavenly home. She will have them all in good order soon, as here on earth. Rest well, Mrs. Forseille. You earned it. You will be missed.Sandra Rawlinson
Bellmead, TX Tuesday, March 6, 2018 My heart is breaking at to see Miss Winnie has passed. She is going to be missed by everyone at the Atrium we loved her so much. Praying for family to have peace knowing she is with our Lord and Saviour.Lynette Hollingsworth
Waco, TX Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Condolences to the family of Winnie Forseille. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Winnie was a very special person who definitely found her place where ever she was. She loved life and she loved people. Roy and Lynette HollingsworthSteve Sappington
Waco, TX Tuesday, March 6, 2018 What a sweetheart she was--one of my all-time favorite clients! I always enjoyed visiting with her. May the Lord comfort you as you adjust to life without her physical presence.Bouge Lawson
my calm, TX Tuesday, March 6, 2018 1st grade student .Bouge LawsonMary Ann Losak Shaw
Corpus Christi, TX Monday, March 5, 2018 I am so saddened to hear about Mrs. Forseille passing away. I was fortunate to have her as a teacher in junior high and then to teach alongside her at LaVega Intermediate after finishing college...she was patient, kind, sweet and humble and remained this way throughout the years........she attended many of the Class of 1960 reunions and maintained her interest in each of us...I visited her several times over the last few years in the nursing home and enjoyed reminiscing with her about the past.......Heaven has gained a precious new angel!Karen Needham Anderson
Waco, TX Monday, March 5, 2018 So many great memories. You are truly one of a kind. Seeing you celebrate your 100th Birthday was amazing. You always treated Mom, Greg and I like we were your own and for that I am very grateful. You will never truely know how many lives you have touched. Thanks for being the greatest Godmother a person could ask for. Rest In Peace.Keith Ferguson
Benton, LA Monday, March 5, 2018 Our hearts and prayers are with you.