Edwin S. “Ed” Winchell, age 78, of Baraboo, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024.
Edwin, son of Claire and Gladys (Spencer) Winchell was born March 13, 1946. He attended and graduated from Viola High School. In 1962, he met Sharon “Sherry” Quinn, and on October 19, 1965 they were united in marriage. Ed owned and operated Winchell Wood Products where he made shipping pallets and custom furniture. He loved fishing, camping and playing cards. He enjoyed being in the outdoors, especially tending to his numerous wood stands in the Baraboo area.
Survivors include his loving wife of 59 years, Sherry; daughter, Tiffany Burch; grandchildren, Chase, Andy, Madi and Vey; brother, Eugene Winchell of Viola as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Cindy Sue Winchell and his son, Ed Winchell, Jr.
A graveside service will be held at Walnut Hill Cemetery at 2 p.m. on Monday, December 30, 2024 in Section Q.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. The Redlin-Ertz Funeral Home is assisting the family.