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Mangawhai lost one of its most respected residents last week with the sad passing of the legendary Jim Wintle on February 16, aged 82.
A proactive and forward-thinking leader, Jim was known as a passionate historian and the driving force behind many ambitious community projects, such as the restoration of the Daring schooner and the formation of the Historic Village. He is also famous for his crucial role in the 1991 Big Dig event, which saved the Mangawhai estuary from dying, and he was instrumental in forming the Mangawhai Harbour Restoration Society, receiving a Queen’s Service Medal in 1997 for his efforts.
Jim was a kind, warm soul – a lovely man to chat to with a wealth of knowledge and love for his childhood home of Mangawhai, where his family roots run deep.
He was the much-loved husband of Lynda for 47 years, loved father of Mark and Andrew and father-in-law of Maree and Megan, Poppa to Oliver, as well as a good friend to many.
A celebration of Jim’s life will be held at Mangawhai Beach School Gymnasium on Thursday, February 27, at 11am followed by interment at Mangawhai Cemetery.
Donate to the Mangawhai Daring Trust in memory of Jim Wintle.
It was an honour to know you Jim, you will be sorely missed, rest in peace. From everyone at the Mangawhai Focus team – Julia, Jannette, Hayley and Bex.
