Eleanor Monhollen

Eleanor Monhollen, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and wife, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2024, at the age of 88.
Born on March 30, 1936, Eleanor lived a life defined by love, warmth, and devotion to her family.
In 1954, Eleanor married the love of her life, George Monhollen, and together they built a life filled with cherished memories.
Eleanor was a pillar of strength and compassion, dedicating herself wholeheartedly to nurturing her family and creating a home filled with love and laughter.
Eleanor found joy in simple pleasures, particularly in the art of quilting. Her creations were not only beautiful works of art but also symbols of her love and care for those around her. She treasured spending time with her loved ones, especially on the front porch of her cabin, where stories were shared and bonds were strengthened.
Preceded in death by her beloved husband, George Monhollen, as well as her brothers, Wendell, Charles, Terry, and Verlon Wilson, and her parents Orena and Roscoe Wilson, Eleanor leaves behind a legacy of love and compassion that will be cherished by all who knew her.
She is survived by her devoted daughters, Fonda Barney, husband Jeff Barney, and Ronda Wallen and husband Keith Wallen, as well as her cherished grandchildren Jenna Fiegl and husband Tom Fiegl, Ryan Wallen, and Adam Barney and wife, Shenna Barney. Eleanor was also blessed with the joy of being a great-grandmother to Jack Fiegl. She is further survived by her loving sisters, Betty Carol McKee and Judy Durbin, and their husbands Scott McKee and Eddie Durbin, along with numerous nieces and nephews whom she adored.
Eleanor Monhollen will be remembered for her unwavering love, her kind spirit, and her ability to bring warmth and joy to all those around her. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her legacy of love will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends.
Visitation will be on Friday April 19, after 5:00 PM at the Croley Funeral Home Chapel in Williamsburg, Kentucky. Funeral service will be 1:00 PM at the Croley Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Michael Wilson and Rev. Anthony Reaves.
Burial will be at the Hamblin Cemetery following the funeral service.
Croley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.