Eleanor "Ellie" Louveau

Eleanor "Ellie" Louveau, 86 of Waterloo, IL, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Originally born in Boston, MA, Ellie moved to Illinois in 1960.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Adolph, siblings: Barbara (Dave) Grant , Tommy (Rosie) MacDonald, Judith (Tom) Gottier and her sons Keith and Stephen. She is survived by her siblings: John (Lea) MacDonald, Evelyn (Mike) Dellarfano, Mary (Fred) Beaudin and her children: Cheryl (John) Heilig, Dwight Louveau, Patty (Bob) Doerr, Sharon (Dan) O'Sullivan, Linda (Dave Schindler) Johnston, David (Deanna) Louveau, and Kim (Jimmy Hoffman) Killian. She is also survived by seven grandchildren: Kyle, Courtney, Danielle, Cassie, Travis, Luke, and Levi and numerous nieces and nephews in Massachusetts and Illinois. 

Ellie spent many years working in food services at Memorial Hospital and as a homemaker for her beloved children. She enjoyed playing cards at the Smithton Senior Center, watching Cardinals baseball, and spending time with her family and dog, Stanley. Ellie will be remembered for being a caring mother to many, her unwavering kindness, and her ability to light up a room at family Christmas gatherings. She leaves behind a legacy of love and generosity that will be cherished by all who knew her.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 4576 Buss Branch Rd, Paderborn. Visitation will begin at the church at 10 a.m. with formal mass at 11am then a luncheon at the hall. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the family. All donations will then be made in Eleanor’s name to Millstadt and Smithton Senior Services. 

Ellie’s family finds comfort in knowing she is now at peace and reunited with her loved ones in heaven. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered with love.