Isabel H. Winsberg is laid to rest in private service

ISABEL HERZOG WINSBERG, a former retailer and secretary, died on Monday, January 8. She was 76.

A native of New Orleans, Winsberg was a graduate of Alcee Fortier High School and attended Tulane University. Beginning at age 13, she started working in retail. She worked for several years as a secretary for the Touro Infirmary Dialysis Unit, but her love of working in retail led to her becoming the owner of Linens, a fine linen store in Canal Place for more than a decade. Winsberg was also the manager for The Linen Registry for a number of years.

For many years, she dedicated herself as the leader of Recovery International, a self-help mental health program based on a system that utilized cognitive-behavioral and peer-to-peer training system in order to help individuals gain skills that lead them to conduct more peaceful and productive lives.

Known for a generosity of spirit, she was caring, kind and supportive. Winsberg was devoted to her many close friendships, many of which she nurtured since childhood.

A certified yoga instructor, she often taught free classes in her home to interested parties. Winsberg enjoyed walking, especially in the area of Audubon Park and along St. Charles Avenue. She was s very good cook, who loved to bake and shared her recipes with her children and grandchildren.

She loved spending time with her husband, ever since they began dating in high school. As a couple, they traveled frequently to New York and other cities. Often, they sojourned to Mexico and spent other times in other international destinations.

She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Judge Jerome Meyer Winsberg, her sons Marc (Lori) and Michael Winsberg, her brother Mitchell Herzog (Ronda) and six grandchildren. A private graveside service was conducted by Rabbi Robert Loewy on Sunday, January 14, at Gates of Prayer Cemetery, 1416 Joseph Street.

Memorial donations are suggested to Recovery International. Arrangements were by Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home of Metairie, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. Condolences may be expressed online.