Harper - Winston Harper, age 90, of Bryceville, Florida passed away on September 6, 2024. He was born on May 26,1934, to the late, Leonard and Matisha Harper in Coffee County, Georgia. Winston moved to Jacksonville, Florida when he was in his late teens. He met and married Norma Sikes in 1952. Winston worked for the City of Jacksonville Motor Pool for 20 years as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic from which he retired. He then started a career in the Sanitation Industry where he worked as a Heavy-Duty Truck Mechanic. In his career he worked for Refuge Services, Waste Management from which he retired, and BFI whom he also retired from.  Winston & Norma were members of JDFA – Jacksonville Dog Fancier's Association for many years. He loved NASCAR and attended as many races as he could. Winston firmly believed

that he lived in "GOD'S COUNTRY." That is what he referred to as his homestead in Bryceville. Winston was loved dearly and will be missed so very much. He is preceded in death by his wife, Norma Sikes Harper, sons; Gary W. Harper and Alan L. Harper; brothers; Dempsey Harper and Jim Henry (JH) Harper, and his companion, Dorothy Anne Rogers.

Winston is survived by his daughter, Claire Sue Harper; granddaughter, Alison L. Harper; great-granddaughter, Callie L. Bell, great- great granddaughter Thyri Harper; daughter-in-law, Patty Harper; niece, Gay (Wade) Williams and numerous extended family members and friends.

A Memorial Service for Winston will be held on Monday, October 14, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Nassau Funeral Home with Pastor Terry Yerby officiating. The arrangements are under the care and direction of Nassau Funeral Home, 541720 US-1, Callahan, Florida 32011. 904-879-1770. Visit www.nassaufh.com to sign the family's guest book.