Winston McLin of Rockford entered int eternal rest on March 16, 2024. He was born October 1, 1950 in Athens, Alabama the  beloved son of Wilford and Mary Pearl McLin. At the age of 18, Winston embarked on a journey to Rockford, IL where he would built a life with purpose and passion. After a year Winston returned home to Athens, Alabama; where he soon reunited with his beloved wife, Patricia McLin, his wife of 52 years. In 1971, they exchanged vows in a joyous ceremony, sealing their commitment to each other. Together they embarked in a journey of love, happiness, devotion and support. Their union spanned for 52 years by boundless love and  memories.

Winston pursued a successful career serving diligently at Chrysler Corporation and at Barbra Coleman. He later served and received his Masters Degree.

Winston later became a pastor of the Church of Christ. He touched the lives of many, also offering comfort and guidance. His sermons echoed with wisdom and serenity.

Winston's legacy lives on in the hearts of his wife,  Patrcia McLin; children,  Tonya (Tony) Lambert, Tamisha McLin, and Tracey McLin Dancer: grandchildren, Trevin, Trya, Tyrese Mclin, Taliyah, Tamia, Taylin, Taylin, Trinity, Travis (TJ) Dancer, Keiyona McLin, Tang KpakaKayeda and Taylahni KpaKayeda;  great grandchildren and his siblings, Mary Ann (John) Malone, Rosetta Glasper, William Gene McLin, Marian beck, Martha Malone, Nancy )Thomas) Boyd, Vnita Jones, Wellington (Melissa) McLin and Walter McLin: god daughter, Yateva Davis. Winston was predeceased by his parents, Wilford and Mary McLin.

Memorial Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. Doors will open at 1:00 p.m.