Middlebury Eleanor H. Young (Ellie) died surrounded by her devoted family at Porter Rehab and Rehabilitation Center on Friday March 18, 2016. She was born on September 19, 1923 in Ticonderoga New York the daughter of Bradford and Hazel (Sellingham) Catlin. She attended school in Ticonderoga New York where she liked to play soccer. She graduated in the class of 1942. This is where she met and married the love her life Ronnie Holmes. Their relationship fostered 3 small children, and was expecting another, when one day she received the tragic news that her Ronnie had been suddenly killed in a construction accident. Although devastated and with limited means she continued on with one thought; her children. Ellie was fortunate enough to meet Robert Young (Bob.) He was a widower and had 2 small children of his own. Bob and Ellie were married and together they raised a mixed family until his death in 2003. Ellie was a homemaker, but oh so much more. She took great pride in her home, she was an avid gardener, who always had beautiful geraniums. Sewing was her hobby, and she was very good at it. She enjoyed Tuesday night leagues with the girls, Betty, Peggy, Nellie, and Doris. Bowling for Ga Ra Machine Company. She loved to read, and over the years loved so many of her dogs, Inga, Chipper, Teddy, and Prince. She did not like to cook but was a fantastic cook. Her large and well attended holiday family meals and deserts were incredible, cherry supreme pie, and oh, those cookies. Ellies achievements were many, but if you asked her she would say without a doubt it was her children. They meant the world to her and her love, compassion, and caring for them, even as adults was unending. Always willing to help, always there to listen. She had beautiful blue eyes and an incredible infectious smile, which she readily displayed. She is survived by her daughters Molly Lapell (Holmes) and her husband Wayne; a very special son in law of South Burlington, Naomi Young of Indiana, sons, Ron Holmes of Middlebury, Tim Holmes and wife Debbie; a very special Daughter in Law of Salisbury, and Gary Holmes of Malta New York. Grand Daughters Becky Bedard of North Carolina, Kathy Holmes of Massachusetts, Kelly Ryan and husband George of Massachusetts, Rosemary Hand of Steamburg, New York, and Scott Lapell of New York, a brother Herb Catlin of Sherrill, New York, a special Daughter in law Ann Holmes of Florida, Sister in laws, Shirley Hirt and Irene Fissette both of New York, a Sister in Law Edna Holmes of Virginia, and 14 Great Grandchildren, and 3 Great, Great Grandchildren. She was pre deceased by her Husband Ronnie Holmes, and Husband Bob Young, Parents Bradford and Hazel Catlin, a brother Abe Catlin, A daughter Wendy Hand, a Daughter in Law Louise Holmes, Grandsons Dean Lapell, and Mark Hand, and son in law Ed Hand. The family would like to thank the many Care Givers who were so wonderful to Mom, at home, Shirley, Debbie, Karen and Jeanie. The Care staff at East View, Rich, Faye, Cindy, Emily, Kathy and many more. The Care Staff, Nurses, kitchen Crew, Maintenance, Social Services, Activities, the many residents, and family members that became our friends at Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehabilitation. I have come to know you all and you were so so wonderful to Mom and I. A special thanks to Sandy, Bill, and Fran for their incredible support. Also the wonderful staff at Addison County Home Health and Hospice, Kathy, Sarah and Tim. A family graveside service was held on Wednesday March 23, 2016. Memorial Contributions in her name may be made to Homeward Bound. Mother, you were the best, you made us what we are today, we will never forget you. SERVICES Graveside Service Wednesday, March 23, 2016