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ENOSBURG – Ella J. Patterson, age 91 passed away on Thursday, July 31st, 2025 in Enosburg Falls.
Ella was born on February 12, 1934 in St. Albans to Leslie and Ruth (Monette) Ladue (Predeceased).
Ella was a graduate from Enosburg Falls High School. She was a dedicated mother who sacrificed everything for her family. She was an old soul who cherished her upbringing steeped in family values. She enjoyed reunions at the lake with family and friends. She was a Staunch Catholic, and loosely associated with St. John the Baptist Church. Ella loved her cats, talking to family, and reminiscing her youth.
Ella is survived by her children, Charlotte, Marilyn, James, Allen, and David; five grandchildren, Laura, Virginia, Shayne, Naomi, and Trevor, and several great grandchildren.
Friends and family are invited to Ella’s life celebration to include visitation on Thursday, August 7th, 2025 from 4-7:00 at the Goss-Spears Life Celebration Home, 96 Dickenson Ave., Enosburg Falls, VT. A Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, August 8th, 2025 at 10:00AM at St. John the Baptist Church in Enosburg.
A special thank you to Marie Martin, who was Ella’s caregiver for many years, and her adopted daughter.
Condolences, photos and favorite memories may be shared through www.gossfs.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
96 Dickinson Ave. P.O. Box 396, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450

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