Celebrating the life of
Joan Cartwright Madison
April 06, 1934 - October 27, 2013
SAVANNAH – Joan Cartwright Madison died October 27, 2013 after a short illness.
She was born in Savannah and, after her father's death, lived for several years at St Mary's Home. She attended Cathedral and Sacred Heart Schools and graduated from St Vincent's Academy in 1952, where she played basketball and was a BC cheerleader. She attended Armstrong Junior College, before getting married in 1954. Thereafter, she applied her boundless energies to raising her family. In 1960, she packed up her husband and 4 young children and moved to Macon until 1970, when she finally convinced her husband to move back to Savannah. Since moving to the Landings, she enjoyed playing tennis, which brought out her competitive spirit, including winning the USTA Southern sectional championships in 1993. She also had several card groups, with both old friends and new.
She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Thomas C Madison, and her children, Thomas C Madison Jr and his wife Jane, Theresa M Ryan, Lawrence E Madison, David A Madison, William A Madison and his partner Stephen Kicklighter, Mary M Seginack and her husband Robert, Natalie M Loftin, and Paul L Madison. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
There will be a graveside service at the Catholic Cemetery at 11:30 AM on Tuesday, October 29.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests remembrances to Hospice Savannah, Inc., St. Vincent's Academy, or St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School.
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Mr. Madison, tom, and others, I feel awful that I am just now sending this, but I read about her death in. Social apostolate newsletter this week. Unfortunately, when my mother passed away, I lost touch with the obituary updates. Please know that even now I am praying for you all. Leo
- Leo story, Savannah, GA
Tommy and Family, it was with great sadness that I read of Joan's death. She has been a dear friend since grade school. We were cheerleaders together and fellow graduates. I pray that God will grant you His peace and comfort. Although I can't attend her service because of recent surgery, I will be there in spirit. My deepest sympathy to all of you. Love, Roxie Bryant
- Roxie Barras Bryant, Savannah, GA
To the Madison Family, Please accept my condolences. I was sorry to read of Mrs. Madison's death. But you can take comfort that death will soon be a thing of the past. Isaiah 25:8 Jehovah God holds grieving ones especially close. Psalm 34:18 says that 'Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted, He saves those who are crushed in spirit.' May he sustain you and your family through this difficult time.
- Mrs. Khan, , GA
Natalie, Maddie and family -- I am very sad to hear of your loss. Many prayers and peaceful thoughts be with you. Patricia
- Patricia Davenport, Savannah, GA
Madison Family, I was so sorry to learn of Joan’s illness and passing. She will be remembered by many as a caring and loving mother, wife and friend. When I was a teen, she always made me feel welcome in the Madison home. More recently, when my Mother’s health was failing, Joan was there to encourage and support her and Terry was there to support me. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and especially my dear friend, Terry.
- Leslie Kozicki, Atlanta, GA
I am deeply sorry to hear about your sudden loss of Mrs. Madison. May you all take comfort in knowing an angel is watching over you! 'I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.' Leo Buscaglia With heartfelt condolences, Tere' Seginack
- Tere' Seginack, Savannah, GA
To the Madison family, You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
- Bill & Debbie Trees, Jamestown, NC
Terry, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Libby
- Libby Miller, Savannah, GA
My heart goes out to all of you on the loss of Mrs. Madison. Please know she and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Mike Overstreet, Marietta, GA
Tommy and Family, We were so sorry to get the call about Joan's passing.You have our deepest sympathy.The two of you were so close and a pleasure to be around at all times.You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Though the years have separated us, I have never forgotten how kind, gracious, and loving Mrs. Madison was. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family during this time with a special heartfelt prayer for Mr. Madison, Terry, and Tommy. My time spent with your family may have been short, but are some of the fondness memories of my life. My love to all, Judith.
- Judith S. Kessler, Savannah, GA
Our condolences to the family on this sad occasion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Mary and Robert. God Bless you...
- Dale and Eileen Galley, Savannah, GA
May the Angels lead her into Paradise; May the martyrs come to welcome her, and take her to theholy city, the new and eternal Jerusalem. May choirs of angels welcome her and lead her to the bosom of Abraham;and whereLazarus is poor no longer. May she find eternal rest, Tommy, our love and prayers are with you and your family, Helen & John Flanagan
- Helen & John Flanagan, Clearwater, FL
Mr. Madison & family... My thoughts and prayers have been and continue to be with you and your family.
- Jack Colcock, Duluth, GA
Mr. Madison, Tom, TC, and Margaret, Sammy, Mitchell, Pierce, Matt, and I are very sad that Mrs. Madison passed. She was a very kind lady, and her grandsons are deeply upset. May she rest in peace. Love, Andrea
- Andrea Madison, Savannah, GA
Mr. Madison, tom, and others, I feel awful that I am just now sending this, but I read about her death in. Social apostolate newsletter this week. Unfortunately, when my mother passed away, I lost touch with the obituary updates. Please know that even now I am praying for you all. Leo
- Leo story, Savannah, GA
Tommy and Family, it was with great sadness that I read of Joan's death. She has been a dear friend since grade school. We were cheerleaders together and fellow graduates. I pray that God will grant you His peace and comfort. Although I can't attend her service because of recent surgery, I will be there in spirit. My deepest sympathy to all of you. Love, Roxie Bryant
- Roxie Barras Bryant, Savannah, GA
To the Madison Family, Please accept my condolences. I was sorry to read of Mrs. Madison's death. But you can take comfort that death will soon be a thing of the past. Isaiah 25:8 Jehovah God holds grieving ones especially close. Psalm 34:18 says that 'Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted, He saves those who are crushed in spirit.' May he sustain you and your family through this difficult time.
- Mrs. Khan, , GA
Natalie, Maddie and family -- I am very sad to hear of your loss. Many prayers and peaceful thoughts be with you. Patricia
- Patricia Davenport, Savannah, GA
Madison Family, I was so sorry to learn of Joan’s illness and passing. She will be remembered by many as a caring and loving mother, wife and friend. When I was a teen, she always made me feel welcome in the Madison home. More recently, when my Mother’s health was failing, Joan was there to encourage and support her and Terry was there to support me. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and especially my dear friend, Terry.
- Leslie Kozicki, Atlanta, GA
I am deeply sorry to hear about your sudden loss of Mrs. Madison. May you all take comfort in knowing an angel is watching over you! 'I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.' Leo Buscaglia With heartfelt condolences, Tere' Seginack
- Tere' Seginack, Savannah, GA
To the Madison family, You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
- Bill & Debbie Trees, Jamestown, NC
Terry, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Libby
- Libby Miller, Savannah, GA
My heart goes out to all of you on the loss of Mrs. Madison. Please know she and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
- Mike Overstreet, Marietta, GA
Tommy and Family, We were so sorry to get the call about Joan's passing.You have our deepest sympathy.The two of you were so close and a pleasure to be around at all times.You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Though the years have separated us, I have never forgotten how kind, gracious, and loving Mrs. Madison was. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family during this time with a special heartfelt prayer for Mr. Madison, Terry, and Tommy. My time spent with your family may have been short, but are some of the fondness memories of my life. My love to all, Judith.
- Judith S. Kessler, Savannah, GA
Our condolences to the family on this sad occasion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Mary and Robert. God Bless you...
- Dale and Eileen Galley, Savannah, GA
May the Angels lead her into Paradise; May the martyrs come to welcome her, and take her to theholy city, the new and eternal Jerusalem. May choirs of angels welcome her and lead her to the bosom of Abraham;and whereLazarus is poor no longer. May she find eternal rest, Tommy, our love and prayers are with you and your family, Helen & John Flanagan
- Helen & John Flanagan, Clearwater, FL
Mr. Madison & family... My thoughts and prayers have been and continue to be with you and your family.
- Jack Colcock, Duluth, GA
Mr. Madison, Tom, TC, and Margaret, Sammy, Mitchell, Pierce, Matt, and I are very sad that Mrs. Madison passed. She was a very kind lady, and her grandsons are deeply upset. May she rest in peace. Love, Andrea
- Andrea Madison, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
