Ellen R. (Croopnick) Addams, of Brockton, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012. Beloved husband of 48 years of Paul Addams. Devoted mother of Amy Strain of Brockton, Gayle Bassil and her husband Joseph of Easton, and Michael Addams and his fianc Bobbie of Walpole. Devoted and loving grandmother of Rachel and Chloe Bassil of Easton and Benjamin and Emily Strain of Brockton. Also her daughter born of her heart, Alice Bartorelli of Brockton. Survived by her loving brother and sister-in-law Steven and Bonnie Croopnick of Newton. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. Private services. Shiva will be at the home of Gayle and Joseph Bassil, 27 Cobblestone Road, Easton on Tuesday, Nov. 13 from 4-8 pm, and Wednesday, Nov. 14, from 2 - 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Partners Asthma Center, 75 Francis St., Boston, Ma. 02115 on behalf of Ellen Addams and in honor of Dr. Christopher Fanta.