Latter-day Saint Life

Barbara Winder, Former Relief Society General President, Dies at 86

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We love Sister Winder and are grateful for all she gave to our church.

Sister Barbara Ann Woodhead Winder, former Relief Society general president for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died on June 25, at the age of 86.

Known for her lifetime of Church service, Sister Winder was a powerful teacher who focused her ministry on helping others “Come unto Christ.”

Sustained on April 7, 1984, Sister Winder served as the 11th Relief Society general president for the Church and later served as assistant matron of the Jordan River Utah Temple and as matron of the Nauvoo Illinois Temple.

During her time as Relief Society general president, Sister Winder spoke in general conference — including the General Women’s Session — seven times. Her sermons encouraged women to find joy, be obedient and find hope in Christ. She was an advocate for visiting teaching.

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