Mary Ellen Bales entered peacefully into rest at home in Danville, California on January 22, 2020. She was 85 years old.

Born February 8, 1934 in Pennsylvania to parents Emma and John Crago, Mary Ellen worked as an accountant for over 10 years. She is survived by many loving family members and friends.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Grissom's Chapel & Mortuary.