Winthrop Realty Trust Announces Resignation of Chief Financial Officer Effective June 15, 2012

Winthrop Realty Trust FUR announced today that Thomas Staples, its Chief Financial Officer, has elected to resign his position effective June 15, 2012 to pursue other opportunities. "I have enjoyed my time at Winthrop and the lasting friendships I have made and look forward to the next chapter of my life" stated Mr. Staples. Winthrop further announced that John Garilli, its Chief Accounting Officer, has been elected to replace Mr. Staples as Chief Financial Officer effective June 15, 2012.