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Madelynn Sclavounos Obituary


  
MADELYNN SCLAVOUNOS "Lynn"  
On Saturday, February 4, 2012 of Ashton, MD. Beloved wife of John Sclavounos; loving mother of Kaelyn and Alexa "Lexi" Sclavounos; sister of Jeannie (Harry) Millios, John (Karen) and Christopher (Linda) Horan; sister-in-law of Dean (Ann) Sclavounos. Lynn was a graduate of the University of South Carolina and the master's program at Loyola College. She was Vice President of the Healthcare Division of RTI International. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Patrick's Church, Norbeck and Muncaster Mill Roads, Rockville, MD on Thursday, February 9 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Montgomery Hospice Society, 1355 Piccard Dr., Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post from Feb. 7 to Feb. 9, 2012.

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March 1, 2012

My sincere condolences to the family. I worked with Lynn at Birch & Davis. She was a kind, authentic, and beautiful lady. I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to know her.

Bryan Borda

February 17, 2012

John and girls, I was so sorry to hear of Lynn's passing, you have my deepest condolences. Rest assured that she is free of pain and with her Savior now. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tova Kaplan

February 13, 2012

To the Sclavounos Family,

I knew your wife and mother as Lynn Horan in junior and senior high school. She was a warm, sweet person, and will be missed by all she came in contact with.

With sincere condolences,

Bob Wills

February 10, 2012

Always enjoyed my time with Lynn at Birch & Davis. A pleasure to work with and a joy to be around. Your wife and mother touched many and her passing is felt by all.

Lynn Clark

February 9, 2012

I enjoyed working with Lynn during my years at Birch & Davis. My deepest sympathies to your family.

Sandy & Mark Tracy

February 9, 2012

John and girls - I just found out about Lynn's passing. My heart goes out to you all. Lynn is at peace now and it not suffering any longer. If you need anything please let us know.

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February 9, 2012

My condolences go to the family. I hope that this brings you much comfort: "And there will be many of those asleep in the ground of dust who will wake up, these to indefinitely lasting life...."

Daniel 12:2

Lauren Thompson

February 9, 2012

I remember Lynn fondly from our years together at Birch & Davis. She was a wonderful colleague and an inspiring individual. My heart and prayers are with your family.

Edward Lane

February 8, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. I worked with Lynn at RTI. She was a wonderful person. My thougths are with all of you.

Eileen Tansill

February 8, 2012

I worked with Lynn at Montgomery Hospice in 1993 and '94. I loved working with her; she was full of fun, humor, laughter, energy, mischief, grace, intelligence and professionalism. For Lynn and her family, I wish peace.

David Houser

February 8, 2012

John,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know the burden has been heavy for your wife, Lexi, Kaely and yourself. All of you have shown us what true compassion and care is. Thank you for that strong examlpe. Cherish the wonderful memories, remember her often and know that you and the girls are in our prayers.
Dave Houser

Frank Komar

February 8, 2012

John, Kaelyn and Lexi,
Susan and I are very sorry for your loss. Lynn was a wonderful woman and a good friend. We both have very fond memories of wroking with her at Birch & Davis. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jonathan Maltz

February 8, 2012

John,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember when we spoke at Fletchers & you told me of Lynne's terrible illness.
I enjoyed working with Lynne at Optifast - her competence, sense of humor & bright nature.
Ellen & I send you & your family our sincere condolences.
Jonathan Maltz

Lisa Weidman

February 8, 2012

John,
I enjoyed the time I worked with Lynn at Birch & Davis. It has been quite some time but I have many fond memories. Please accept my deepest sympathy. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Kelley & Stephanie Baione

February 8, 2012

John, Kaelyn and Lexi, we are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

John Carter

February 8, 2012

John and Family, I worked with Lynn for almost 8 years at Birch and Davis. Although I haven't seen Lynn in quite a while I still remember that she was always a delight to work with. You have my deepest and heartfelt sympathy.

Dee Leggett

February 7, 2012

John and Family, Lynn was such a delight to work with at Birch & Davis. We worked on a variety of projects together and I remember when the girls were born. It has been many years, but I have many fond memories. You have my deepest sympathy and prayers.

Rob Lecker

February 7, 2012

John,

My heart goes out to you and your family, during this difficult time. Lynn will be missed by many.

Fred McLain

February 7, 2012

John and Family: I am so sorry to hear about Lynn's passing. You have my deepest sympathy.

February 7, 2012

Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with your entire family. We hope beautiful memories of Lynn will help ease the pain of your loss.
Frank and Diane Milli

Barbara (Cokinos) Burkholder

February 7, 2012

You were such a special person to see at family gatherings. I know you will be greatly missed. Love and prayers go out to John and his daughters during this difficult time.

February 7, 2012

John,

Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. I will always remember Lynn as a woman full of spirit and laughter. Blessings for your heartfelt memories and the exchanged love you shared.

Love and thinking of you,
Donna Steben

Tim & Linda Fenlon

February 7, 2012

John, you and your family are in our thoughts & prayers at this sad time.

February 7, 2012

Lynn's sense of humor made many an Easter gathering memorable.
Beauty and grace come to mind when I think of her.
With much love from one of many cousins she had to endure
Patsy

February 7, 2012

John, Our prayers are with you and your family. Rusty and Sharon McNish

February 7, 2012

John:
You have my deepest sympathy and my
prayers for you and the girls.

Jim Dudley

February 7, 2012

John and girls....
Please accept my deepest sympathy at the loss of your wife and mom. I know that the past has been hard on all of you and hope that you can rest now that Lynn has found peace. Be assured of my continued prayers.
Rosemary McHugh

Karen Gibbs

February 7, 2012

John, we are so sorry to hear that Lynn has passed. Please know that we are thinking of you and the girls. We hope happy memories will help you get through this difficult time.

Karen & Hans Gibbs

Mike Lawrence

February 7, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. Our thougths are with all of you.

Mike and Karen Lawrence

Mike and Leslie Fulford

February 7, 2012

John, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of such a beautiful lady. God Bless you and your family. Mike and Leslie Fulford

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