Smoke, Mirrors, and Murder

was used to kill the Reverend Matthew Winkler. It was found in Mary’s vehicle when she was arrested. The prosecution and defense differed on whether Mary understood guns. (Credit: Russell Ingle Photography)

Tabatha Freeman, Mary’s adopted sister, testified ed for the defense, saying that Matthew had tried to cut off visits and communication between Mary and her family shortly after the Winklers’ marriage. (Credit: Russell Ingle Photography)

Mary, the last witness for the defense, told the jurors that her husband insisted she wear shoes he’d seen on a porno site, and a wig when they made love. She seemed humiliated as Steven Farese questioned her about her intimate sex life with her preacher husband. (Credit: Russell Ingle Photography)

Matthew’s parents, the Reverend Dan and Dianne Winkler (Dianne shown here) , did not believe the accusations Mary made against their deceased son. They are attempting to legally adopt the Winklers’ three daughters. (Credit: Russell Ingle Photography)

Mary smiles for one of the few times during her trial as she realizes the verdict from the jury is not as terrible as she thought it was. Her sentence in June 2007 would be hotly debated for a long time to come. (Credit: Russell Ingle Photography)