Stephen Michael "Mike" Winston

Stephen Michael “Mike” Winston of Asheville passed away unexpectedly on July 27, 2022. Born in Washington, D.C. Mike attended Thomas Jefferson High School in Alexandria and began his employment with the U.S. Postal Service in Merrifield, VA.

Mike enlisted in the Navy and served four years. For his service he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Meritorious Commendation Award.

He moved to Asheville in 1973 where he finished his education at A-B Tech and WCU. He was reinstated at the Post Office and worked there until his retirement.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Doris Winston of Asheville. He is survived by his son David (Hope) of Hickory, sister Jean Bishop (Doug) of Marion, nephew Jeremiah Bishop (Tabitha) of Boiling Springs, SC, niece Moleta Bishop of Marion, great niece Grace Bishop, and great nephews Aiden and Jackson Bishop.

Pastor Creed of Temple Baptist Church, where Mike attended, will conduct the service at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 3, at Groce Funeral Chapel on Patton Avenue. Burial will follow at the Western Carolina Veterans Cemetery at 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Temple Baptist Church, 76 Hawkins Lane, Asheville, NC 28806.

A special thank you to the EMS, Mission ER, and especially to the “Good Samaritan.”