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Jean M. Winterbottom, née Ferrera, (24 April 1938 - 5 May 2020) was a certified horticulturalist from the United States. She was raised in Michigan, lived in Tennessee with her husband for 20 years, and moved back to the mitten state after his death in 2013. Before receiving her B.B.A. from Cleary University in 1995, Jean worked at Ford Motor Company for 15 years. Jean passed in spring of 2020 at at Henry Ford Hospital in West Bloomfield, Michigan, as a result of complications with COVID-19.

Upbringing
Jean was born in Detroit, Michigan on April 24th, 1938 to Antonio Ferrera and Millie Ferrera, née Kovach. At eight years old her family relocated to Garden City, Michigan. She had a brother (Robert Ferrera) whom she preceded in death, and two sisters (Carol Hamilton and Susan Kenney) who are still living.

Academic and Professional Career
After moving to Garden City in 1946, Jean received an early education from Elementary School No. 1. She then attended Garden City High School from which she graduated in 1956 with a high school diploma. She contributed to her class by becoming President of the Student Council, an Officer of the class, and a member of the school's debate team. After graduating high school she was awarded a scholarship to attend college. However, Jean worked at Ford Motor Company from 1956-1971 and attended night school during this time.

Jean graduated from Cleary University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1995.

Personal Life
Jean was married to Ronald E. Brown, Richard E. Peel Sr., and Walter Winterbottom, all whom she preceded in death. She had four sons, all whom are living: Anthony Brown, Ronald A. Brown, Richard Peel, and Christopher Peel.

Jean lived in Jackson, Tennessee for twenty years with her husband Walter. After his passing in 2013, Jean moved back to Michigan.

Her interests included reading, music, and gardening. She played the piano, organ, and was a vocalist in her church's choir.

Jean was a practicing Presbyterian and played the organ for her church. She also was an active member in the church's choir, Bible study, and women's groups.

Horticulture Legacy
Ms. Winterbottom was passionate about gardening and became a certified horticulturist. After retirement she spent a great deal of time outside and in her greenhouse, tending to her flower beds and garden. She especially adored roses.