Vermont Business Magazine Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice (CVHHH) has welcomed Gordie Eurich and his daughter, Ellen Eurich, as Honorary Chairs of its annual Fall Appeal. The Eurich’s relationship with CVHHH dates to 2010, when Gordie, with his wife Casey and the couple’s business partner Ian Downing, opened SlopeStyle Ski & Ride, an outdoor gear shop in Montpelier. The opening of the store coincided with CVHHH’s annual fashion show, then called Colors of Autumn. Ellen walked the runway in the show, wearing winter gear from SlopeStyle. For the next few years, Casey had the opportunity to dress models in the show, a task she enjoyed and which gave her the chance to showcase her style and personality.
Gordie Eurich and his daughter, Ellen Eurich
Then, in 2015, Casey was diagnosed with Metastatic Melanoma brain cancer, originating from an unknown primary source. At the end of a courageous five months, including major brain surgery and countless trips to UVM Medical Center for treatments, Casey made the choice to remain home to spend the final days of her life surrounded by family and friends.
In their letter to Friends of CVHHH, Gordie and Ellen write: “The caregivers [from CVHHH] seamlessly united with our family and, in a sensitive and caring way, provided the critical information needed to comfort Casey. She was given the gift of being surrounded by family and friends in her last days in our home by some very courageous and empathetic people. Please join me and Ellen in our ongoing commitment to ensure that CVHHH remains vital and thrives.”
To read Gordie and Ellen’s full letter, and to make a contribution to the Fall Appeal, visit www.cvhhh.org.
Source: CVHHH