Winifred Joy Wellington

Cohoes~

Winifred Joy Wellington, originating from Brooklyn, NY, residing in Cohoes, NY passed away, succumbing to Breast Cancer following a tremendous fight. Within the days before her passing, Windy was residing at the St. Peter's Hospice Inn, surrounded daily by her immediate family. In the early morning of January 4, 2020 she gently and peacefully transitioned.

Winifred was born to the late Marianne Saunders and William Gancey, February 2, 1949 in Perth Amboy, NY. Windy graduated from the Perth Amboy High School in 1965. She was true believer in further education, continuing her education up until 2015 when she received her Master's in Education.

Windy was predeceased in death by her beloved Grandmother, Hilda Roberts, her sister, Fran Crumpler. And Brother in Law, Wayne Wellington.

Windy was married to Levi Wellington December 23, 1968. She is survived by three children, Denise Robles Vrede, (Marcel) of Cohoes; Mae Levine (Wells) Wellington, (Camisha) of Latham, and Jason Levi Wellington, (Erin) of Green Island. She is also survived by Monica M. Benjamin of Harlem, and Michael D. Withers of Louisiana.

Also survived, Mother in Law, Rose Mae Wellington of Brooklyn, Aunt, Winifred Joy Dicks of Brooklyn, Brother in Law, Allen Wellington of Brooklyn, and Sister in Law, Wanda Wellington of Brooklyn.

Grandchildren, Jose Luis Robles Jr., Desiree Joi Robles. Melina Germaine Vrede, Mackenzie Logan Wellington, Giovanni Dexter Wellington, Layla Ann Wellington. Alexi Michelle Anderson, Kayla Marie Allen, Anthony Michael Allen, Jazmyn J. Benjamin, Malachi J. Benjamin, Shailah J. Benjamin, Jesse Martin Bonnin.

Great grandchildren: Ellianna Mason Rose Thusdensn.

Niece/Great Niece, Kim Crumpler, Kyria Burton.

Cousins, Wilda Holmes, Dr. K. Charrisse Dicks, Richard Tannis Brandon of Florida, Rhoda Wray of Atlanta Georgia, Maxine Bazemore of Charlotte NC, Victoria Lewis of Pemberton, NJ.

Winifred was a woman, strong in her faith. She was affiliated with the Zion Baptist church of Brooklyn. She began her career working at B. Altman's & Co. where she began to nurture her vision of owning/operating an educational center. She went on to proudly work at The Westside Montessori School for over 20 years. When she then went to work at the Lefferts Garden Montessori School as Director.

Winifred graciously retired in 2008, and later founded The Joyful Beginnings Early Education Program, Inc.(JBEEP) in Upstate, NY, in addition to Artz & More, an after school program in Brooklyn. Throughout Windy's fight with Breast Cancer, she maintained a strong influence on the direction of which (JBEEP) grew. Opening its second location just two years later.

Windy made an impact on all whom she encountered. She was an ongoing force in the field of education. Certified in the Montessori philosophy, she traveled in state and abroad educating the philosophies of Maria Montessori.

Her dearest pastime was spending time with her great group of close friends, Patricia D. Melissa M., Margot M., Tawana F., Monica B., and Gloria J.

She held a special place in her heart for Anthony (Tony) Briggs and Andrea Fennell

Other pastime enjoyments of Windy where singing, dancing, and the occasional sip of Bailey's. Most of which we'd concur happened alongside the fabulous individuals mentioned above.

Windy had a major impact on all of whom she encountered, and aside from those mentioned, touched many within the communities of which she lived. She will be sorely missed, but never forgotten.

The family would like to thank and acknowledge Windy's entire medical team at the St. Peters Oncology department, as well as the staff of the Hospice Inn of St. Peters for their ongoing efforts towards battling Cancer.

A memorial service in her honor will be held on the weekend of January 10, 2020 at the New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 181 Troy-Schenectady Road (Route 2) Watervliet, NY 12189
A viewing ceremony will be held on Friday January 10, 2020 from 4PM-8PM, with a second viewing being held on Saturday January 11, 2020 11am-2pm.

A religious ceremony will begin at the same location 2pm-3:00pm.

Following services there will be a Celebration of Life gathering at the Green Island American Legion. 35 Cohoes Ave. Green Island, New York 12183. The family would like to extend this time to come, celebrate, and share the love and warmth felt for their beloved family member.

In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting donations on behalf of the St. Peter's Medical Oncology, in their ongoing research in the treatment of Breast Cancer.

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