Ellen Shyne

Ellen Baier Shyne, 87, passed away gently, surrounded by loved ones, on September 12, 2025. She was predeceased by her parents John and Elizabeth (Mastropietro) Baier and a sister Marie Sardella.
Born and raised in Jersey City, NJ, Ellen spent the majority of her life in Middletown, where she was a devoted parishioner at St. Mary, Mother of God Church.
She was the proud mother of Joan Marie Zielinski (Joseph) and Jeffrey (Annie) Shyne, and the beloved grandmother of Nicolas (Aislinn), Gabriella, and Alexander (Mikayla) Shyne. Ellen is also survived by her sister, Johanna Jankowski; five nieces and nephews; seven great-nieces and nephews; seven great-grand-nieces and nephews and one great-great-grand niece.
Ellen was a dedicated employee of Penske Automotive (formerly DiFeo Automotive) in Jersey City, where she worked faithfully for 45 years in a variety of roles cumulating in Executive Assistant. She will be remembered for her diligence, loyalty, and the many friendships she built during her long career.
Family was at the center of Ellen's life. She cherished gatherings with her children and grandchildren. Her kindness, generosity, humor, and steadfast devotion will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
The family would like to extend special thanks to her niece and nephew Joann and David Wecker for the loving care and support they provided.
A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Mary, Mother of God church on October 18, 2025 at 10:30am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ellen's memory to the charity of your choice.
Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family, friends, and all who were blessed to know her.