Ellie Beattie, 19, of Livingston, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after a long and courageous health journey. Her bright smile, steady kindness, and determined spirit left a lasting impression on classmates, neighbors, and everyone who knew her.
A former student of Deans Community High School and West Lothian College, Ellie was training to become a beauty therapist and dreamed of opening her own salon. Even when illness forced her to pause her studies, she remained focused on her goals and used her optimism to lift the people around her.
Ellie and her family became tireless advocates for children’s hospitals and rare disease research, raising tens of thousands of pounds and offering encouragement to others facing similar challenges. Her fundraising updates and public voice created a ripple of hope that reached far beyond Livingston.
Family was central to Ellie’s life. As a devoted daughter and cherished older sister, she filled her home with laughter and small joys—pampering friends, collecting scented candles, and sharing match‑day excitement with her dad for Livingston FC and Scotland.
Tributes have poured in across Livingston and West Lothian, and the town dedicated its recent Christmas lights switch‑on in her memory. Though her time was far too short, Ellie’s legacy of courage, compassion, and joy will continue to shine in the hearts of her family, friends, and the wider community.
The family welcomes messages of condolence and prayers in the comments below during this incredibly difficult time. Your support means the world to them.
