Mary Ellen Winebarger, age 87, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, December 28, 2023. Mary Ellen enjoyed always being on “the go.” She loved spending time with people and getting to know them. She worked at Harding’s in Wayland for 31 years and could remember the names and families of the numerous people she met day to day. She loved and cherished her family and time spent with them. Mary Ellen loved frequenting flea markets, garage sales, and estate sales. She will be deeply missed.
Mary Ellen is survived by her children Terry Sr. (Susie) Chrisman, Thomas Fein; grandchildren Daniel, Jason (Nicole), Terry Jr. (Theresa), Sara (Scott), Thomas, Jessica; 10 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Glenda Schwartz, Elmedia Schwartz; and many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her parents Harley and Margaret Schwartz; daughter, Lee Ellen Fein; siblings Roy Schwartz, Robert (Roxsandra) Schwartz, Harley Schwartz, and Janet Kay.
A memorial service celebrating Mary Ellen’s life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Shelbyville United Methodist Church, 938 124th Ave., Shelbyville, MI 49344, with visitation from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Mary Ellen will be laid to rest at Elmwood Cemetery in Wayland, Michigan. Mary Ellen will be laid to rest at Elmwood Cemetery in Wayland, Michigan. In memory of Mary Ellen and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Shelbyville United Methodist Church or a charity of one’s choosing. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.kubiakcookwayland.com in Mary Ellen’s online guest book.
