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Blaine Madden Obituary
of Whitney Point
Blaine J. Madden, 53, of Whitney Point, passed away on August 5, 2008. He is survived by his son, Justin R. Madden (Ashley Lyons), Vestal; stepson, Craig Horak, Binghamton; parents, Robert and Louise Madden, Whitney Point; brothers, Gary (LaMona) Madden, Whitney Point, Patrick Madden, Kirkwood, Dana (Caren) Madden, Whitney Point; several nieces and nephews, Tanya (Mark) Holdrege, Tiffany Madden, Lee Madden, Lindsay (Jacob) Ralph; and great-niece, Emmaleigh Ralph. Blaine was a hard worker and dedicated his days to helping the community. He was a very loving father and a great friend to all. He was the proud owner of Madden's Repair in Whitney Point, served as Vice-President on the Broome County Fair Board and a member of the Sons of the American Legion. His generosity and smile will be missed by all. The family would like to give special thanks to Mary Beth with Lourdes Hospice and his dedicated employees, Rick and Jeff. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his memory to Lourdes Hospice, 4102 Old Vestal Road, Vestal, New York 13850.
Per Blaine's wishes, a Celebration of Life will be on Sunday, August 10, 2008, from 1-5 p.m. at the Lisle Fire Company, 9090 Rt. 79, Lisle, New York. Arrangements made by Nichols Funeral Home, Whitney Point, New York.
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Memories and Condolences
for Blaine Madden
Veronica Palmeter
August 6, 2009
Yesterday was a sad day...You are missed and thought of often! <3
Ashley Lyons
September 15, 2008
I miss you everyday, Blaine. Especially now. I hope you are looking down and guiding us though this. Love you and Miss you.
Ashley
Renee Thomas- Comer
September 3, 2008
Blaine what can I say you were my poppa and I will always cherish the times we shared I will miss the hugs when I was just feelin down....You were so much fun and that is how I will remember you....To the Madden family Blaine was a great and loving man and you were lucky to have someone as awesome as he was...He will remain in my heart and I am gald I could call him my friend love and prayers go out to you
Veronica Palmeter
August 23, 2008
Blaine was more to me than just someone that I could talk to, he was like a father to me. He was always there when I needed advice, to cry, and to share the joys in my life. My deepest saddness is that I didn't get that special chance to say goodbye. He will forever be in my heart, and everytime I hear "I love this Bar" by Toby Keith I know that he will be right there singing it along with me. That was always our favorite duet together. I will never forget him and his laugh or his huge heart! You will be missed Blainer! Love you!!!!
Bunk & Maureen Hand
August 19, 2008
To the Blaine Madden family we would like to express our sympathy. Blaine will be sadly missed as a good friend and mechanic to all our family.
Dale Bixby
August 19, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family of Blaine Madden. He will be greatly missed. He was a good friend, and a fine man. I'm so sorry he's not with us any longer, many of us will miss him.
Suzanne Dennison
August 19, 2008
Justin and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Blaine was a true friend that I could depend on. He always kept the fond memories of Dodie alive for me and I know they are together now. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ann Autio
August 12, 2008
Blaine - I wish I could have said goodbye. I knew something was wrong when your truck wasn't parked on the street anymore. May you rest in peace knowing how much you are loved.
Roland & Cindy Teribury
August 11, 2008
To: Blaine's Family:
Blaine was a great guy and a good person. From another 1973 graduating classmate, you will be missed.
Wendy
August 10, 2008
My Deepest.. Heartfelt.. Sympathy to Friends and Family. I never had the priveledge of getting to know Blaine.. (Met him once at the Oakland and heard him sing several times..;-) ).. However.. All I've ever heard or read is what a great man he is/was! The guestbook will remain online until September of 2009! Please come back often and share memories!
Dave & Moira Call
August 10, 2008
Our thoghts and prayers are with you, Blane will be missed by all.
Kevin Driscoll
August 10, 2008
Blaine- Its just not going to be the same without you around. You were a great friend and could always give me that up lift that I needed. You will always be in my thoughts and I know you are still going to be with us. I will miss you.
Michelle and Jerry Stout
August 10, 2008
God looked around His garden
And found an empty place.
He then looked down upon the earth
And saw your tired face.
He put his arms around you
And lifted you to rest.
God’s garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best.
He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb,
So He closed your weary eyelids
And whispered "Peace be thine".
It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn’t go alone,
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.
To Blaine's family you are all in our prayers. Jerry Stout and Michelle
Linda Osier
August 10, 2008
Blaine was a great friend and mechanic. He always had a good joke or story to tell. We will miss him and his laughter very much. Whitney Point will not be the same without Blaine. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Justin, Gary, and the entire Madden family.
Scott & Linda Osier
DENISE PRITCHARD
August 10, 2008
JUSTIN AND FAMILY,I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS .IVE KNOWN BLAIN FOR A FEW YEARS AND HE WAS A GREAT PERSON AND FRIEND TO ME AND MY HUSBAND.HE WAS ALWAYS THERE WHEN WE NEEDED HIM TO WORK ON OUR CARS OR JUST TO TALK TO.I WILL MISS HIM GREATLY DENISE AND ROBERT PRITCHARD
Friends/ From Davys'
August 10, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Charlie Aiello
August 9, 2008
The Aiello's family and staff would like to give the deepest sympathy to the Madden family, we will miss him a big part of this town. May he rest in peace.
kristie &earl (kisner) vanGorden
August 9, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Kelly Smith- Goff
August 9, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Gary Madden and Family
August 9, 2008
Blaine, my brother, I love you. I have been thinking of all the good times together and I'm not ready to give that up. I wish we could have grown old together. I lost you too soon. Thanks for helping Monie, the girls and I when we needed you. We love you, brother.
Ann & Rosemarie Kisner
August 9, 2008
Dear Madden Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeanette Edwards
August 9, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I am sure that my Bob was there at the Golden Gates to welcome Blaine. I am so sorry and know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Wendy
August 9, 2008
I watched as you suffered,knowing there was no cure.We prayed together that last day that God would take you home. I will always treasure the special love that we shared. Craig and I will miss you more than anyone could realize. I know we'll meet again. Wendy
Bob & Edna Morgan
August 9, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Thomas&Audrey Robins
August 9, 2008
Blaine was a great and honest mechanic and was great guy to talk to at the American legion a real friend to all. he will be greatly missed.
Bud Betty and Glenn Moscrip
August 9, 2008
Justin,Ashley and Madden Family.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. I have lost my closest friend and as well my partner in fixing and driving my 40 Buick which Blaine loved. However, I know that when I drive it, he will be there with me in spirit
Thanks Blaine for everything you have done for Betty,myself and Glenn. You will be missed more then words can express
Cathy Brewster
August 9, 2008
Justin and the Madden family:
I am so very sorry for your loss.Blaine was one of my best friends for over 30 yrs.,he was always there when I needed a friend or work done on my cars and also my parents too. He was considered like an uncle to my two sons since they were small and then my little girl too. We will all miss you Blaine very much,you know we all loved you
Cathy,Jeremy,and Jennifer
Matthew Driscoll
August 9, 2008
Blaine, you were always thier when needed. You will be missed.
Bob and Nancy Martin
August 9, 2008
Blaine to a great guy who will be missed May you rest in peace.
Gerry & Bridget (Skapik) Ponterio
August 9, 2008
Dana & Caren,
We were very saddened to hear of Blaine's passing. The entries in this guest book bear testament to who Blaine was and what he meant to so many. A friend in need, a friend indeed. What a tremendous loss...our sincerest sympathies to all of you.
Alice, Mike, Mark (Joan), Mary (Mike) Mesceda Family
August 9, 2008
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Blaine was a special guy that always had a smile and a helping hand to anyone that was in need. He will be missed.
Virginia Garringer
August 9, 2008
Blaine will always be in our hearts
Aili Dearborn
August 8, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Kathy Shear, K.T. Hunt
August 8, 2008
Justin, Ashley and the Madden family, I just wanted to share one of the last times I spent with Blaine which I have and always will treasure. We were singing Karaoke at the Oakland sitting at the bar and putting those years of friendship into our version of JT's You've Got a Friend. That about sums it up... I miss you , my old friend. Justin you know Katie and I are here for you.
Gary Tomko
August 8, 2008
"Only The Good Die Young" It is with great sadness that I write this, as Blaine and I used to be the best of friends. From being alter boys in church, building his 66 Satellite in my garage, hanging out together, to working together for Dom and racing out to the gas pumps to wait on the car with the cute girls in it, we had the times of our lives! The memories will be with me forever! I am proud to have been his friend, and at one time to call him my best friend.
Floyd Johnson
August 8, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Chris & Tom Hurlbut
August 8, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. We could write a book on all our good times w/ Blaine and the race team. Tom's "little brother"
We love you, Tom & Chris Hurlbut
Mass for Blaine-St. Patricks Church, WP August 31 @ 11am
Melanie (Curtis) McDonald
August 8, 2008
The world is a sadder place with Blaine gone. I will say that he was my favorite customer when I was at the Oakland, I knew that laughs were ahead when Blaine came through the door. He was a great friend and he always was smiling and having a great time. Heaven is lucky to have him. I am sure he has left a hole in Whitney Point forever.
Helen Skinner
August 8, 2008
Our deepest sympathies to the Madden family. Blaine was a super guy, and a friend for so many years. I am so glad we got to see him at the Legion when we were up. We laughed and remembered so many good times. His smiling face was always a bright spot; and I cannot count the times we relied on him through the years.
The Skinner Family
bonnie karpel
August 8, 2008
perhaps the stars in the sky arent stars at all but our loved ones looking down on us rest in peace blaine
Jolene & Jeremy Layton
August 8, 2008
Justin, we are so very sorry for the loss of your father. He was a wonderful man, loved by many, he will be missed, but he will never be forgotten. He was truly one of a kind. I wish I had words that could take away your pain, just know that everyone is here for you, we're just a phone call away. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Skip and Chris Tymeson
August 8, 2008
We will always miss the smile and the laughter from a guy who knew the meaning of the word "friend" and lived it.
Julie H
August 8, 2008
Justin and family,
Words can't begin to describe the positive impact that Blaine has had on my life. He was my "Whitney Point Dad." He'll be missed more than he could ever imagine. There is definitely a special place in Heaven for someone as kind and caring as he was. He will never be forgotten.
Jeff & Cathy Sinclair
August 8, 2008
Cathy and I were talking about all the times he worked on her car when she needed it most. He was that way with everyone. If you were from arouind the Point and had a car, he probably worked on it. It was always with a smile and probably a funny story or a joke. Our deepest sympathy to Blaine's family.
Paul & Judy Riley
August 8, 2008
With Deepest Sympathy to the Madden Family.
Diane and Joe Pendell
August 8, 2008
We will miss Blainer in so many ways. He was the one mechanic that you could trust to tell you the truth about your vehicles. And what fun we had over the years at the "north office" during fair week. I will miss him the most at Kareoke in the Oakland Hotel, oh my gosh what a voice out of such a big guy. Must be God needed a strong voice in his chorus. Our thoughts and prayers are with this whole family.
Jerry and Marge Ballard
August 8, 2008
Blaine was a great person... always accommodating when you needed help with a vehicle... out prayers go out to the family... he will be missed..
Nikki McNeal
August 8, 2008
Blaine was the greatest. My love and reguards. He will be greatly missed.
Emily & Chris palmiter
August 8, 2008
"What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls a butterfly"
Thank You Blaine for all the years of excellent service. You were a knight in shining armor on more than one occasion and we will miss you.
Joyce Ainsworth
August 8, 2008
Dear Justin, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father was there to talk to, when I had no one else to talk to and your dad helped me out several times with my vehicles. He is greatly missed and will be for years to come. You and the rest of the Madden family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Klysh
August 8, 2008
Dear Madden Family,
Please accept our condolences. Blaine was a gentle giant. A kind and trusting man who who you could always depend on. He will truly be missed by his friends. How happy his heavenly friends will be to see him. The Oakland won't be the same without him!
Butch Pecka & Kathy Klysh
Jim & Evelyn Moore
August 8, 2008
Justin & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Blaine was a great man and he will surely be missed by many.
All your co-workers @ Moore's Tire Sales
August 8, 2008
Justin,
We are all so sorry for the loss of your father. May he rest in peace. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Keefer
August 8, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Mike Woodruff
August 8, 2008
Like many, many other people Blaine has helped me out in a time of need. He was a very selfless person who put others needs before his own. His spirit will remain forever within our community and the hearts of everyone who knew him.
Thank you Blaine
Mike Woodruff
Joy Olson
August 8, 2008
We will all remember Blaine for his kindness. He opened his heart to all and had a way of making us feel like his best pal. I will miss seeing him around town.
Amanda Hooker
August 8, 2008
Justin, Ashley, and family I am so sorry for your loss. Blaine was a great guy and he will be missed. If you guys need anything please don't hesitate to call me.
Love you,
Amanda
Thad & Melody Harford
August 8, 2008
Gary, Monie and all of the Madden Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you feel comfort at this time from all of us that love you and may you feel peace in your heart knowing that Blaine is in a better place looking down upon you with his pain and suffering behind him.
All our love,
Butch & Mel
Norm and Shirley Pixley
August 8, 2008
So saddened to hear of Blaine's passing. He was always there to help us with our vehicles.
A truly special person with a big heart.
Our condolences to the entire family.
Charlie and Linda Brown
August 8, 2008
Blaine has helped us out so many times over the years with our cars..from giving us advice on what to look for/how to fix it to fixing it himself..this enabled us to keep our cars running. Charlie and him were always able to strike up a good conversation whenever they got together. We always looked forward to seeing a "Maddens" car in the demo derby. He will surely be missed. Our sincere condolences to his family during this time of sorrow.
Fran Peterson
August 8, 2008
Justin: I will miss your dad as he was always a friend willing to help whoever and whenever he could. If you need anything, please give me a call. Fran
Frank and Darlene Bianco
August 8, 2008
To the Madden family ,
We are so sorry for your loss ,he will be remembered by many .Blaine was a great neighbor and very generous to the community .
May the Lord bless you and help you thru this difficult time of your lives .
Bob Quick
August 8, 2008
Jovial...you can look it up on any dictionary and you’ll see a picture fo Blaine. I never once saw him that he didn’t have a big smile and a handshake waiting. He will truly be missed.
Jim and Pat Peabody
August 8, 2008
To the family of Blaine, We lost not only a father and a friend , we lost a man with a heart the size of Texas.There were times that we spent more time at his garage than we did home(or at least our cars did) I often had to ask him if I could pay him on friday and he used to say "I don't worry about you Pat". He was just a home town kinda guy.Blaine will be mist by all of us.
rosann larue
August 8, 2008
sorry to hear about blaine he was a good friend to me,well miss him.
DOUGLAS BROWN AND FAMILY
August 8, 2008
BLANE I DONT THINK YOU KNOW HOW MANY LIVES YOU HAVE TOUCHED OVER THE YEARS. I HAVE KNOWN YOU FOR ABOUT 20 YEARS, AND YOU HAVE HELPED ME OUT THROUGH GOOD AND BAD. I FEEL THAT YOU HAVE PERSONALY TOUCHED MY LIFE, WHEN I HEARD YOU PASSED I FELT AS IF THE WORLD HAD JUST LOST ONE OF THE GREATEST MEN ON EARTH. I HAVE LOST ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS. MY SYMPATHYS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY IN THEIR TIME OF NEED. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE, I WILL MISS YOU! YOUR FRIEND DOUG
Andrea Briggs
August 8, 2008
To the Madden family,
My deepest regrets go out to your family at this time. May your fond memories and love for him help you through this difficult time.
Blaine will be sincerely missed. God Bless.
Chuck, Carrie, Katelyn & James Cook
August 7, 2008
Blaine will forever be in our hearts, Many fond memories to reminisce... We thank God you are at peace...So long.
JOHN AND PHYLLIS MAUS
August 7, 2008
OUR SINCERE THOUGHTS TO ALL THE MADDEN FAMILY. HE WILL BE MISSED
Patty Smith
August 7, 2008
Great friend with such a large heart. Blaine, known by many, and will be missed by all. Patty, Pete and Girls
RAY;VELMA;DAVE;CHERYL AND CINDY WRIGHT
August 7, 2008
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BLAINES PASSING ON. WE WILL ALL BE PRAYING FOR YOU AT THIS TIME OF NEED.
Louise Glazier
August 7, 2008
We first met Blaine when he worked
at Dom's gas station in Castle Creek...many years ago now.
Blaine helped us out many times over the years, what a fine mechanic
he was.
Blaine made people feel happy and
after visiting with him your day always seemed a little brighter.
With sincere sympathy,
Louise Glazier
Tabatha Lobdell Harmatuk
August 7, 2008
Justin,
I'm so sorry! If you need anything let me know.. Tabatha
Nichole Nichols (Barnhart)
August 7, 2008
Justin and family, My kindest sympthies during this time of saddness. I was very sad to hear of Blaine's passing, he was a great man, I will never forget when he picked on me for a good ten minutes about blinkers and not knowing my right from my left!!!!!
Dan Comparetta
August 7, 2008
Justin and family, we are saddened to hear of the loss of Blaine. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. ---Dan,Stacey,Alexis, Makenzie and the Comparetta Family
Bill & Patti Samson
August 7, 2008
Well buddy, there are no words that work very well at a time like this. It has been a geat ride!! There are too many good times to remember them all. From our childhood days to this week we have always been friends. The memories will last me forever.
B.
Bill & Alta Hooker
August 7, 2008
Justin,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Ashley and your family. May your memories help you through this difficult time. Please let us know if we can help in any way.
Stacey Gumaer
August 7, 2008
We are all so sorry. Blaine will never be forgotten!!
Love always the Gumaer's
Sherry Smeeton and Lorraine Strope
August 7, 2008
Justin and Family,
Sorry for your loss. Good Friend that will be missed.
Andrew and Paula Stetson
August 7, 2008
Justin and Family,
Blaine was a great person and friend, He helped and care so. He will be missed by all that know him.
gary and ann buckley
August 7, 2008
so sorry to hear about your loss he was the most kind and sweet man i ever met
Terry McCoy
August 7, 2008
My sincere sympathy goes out to Justin and to all the family
Maynard&Lili Swenson
August 7, 2008
To the Madden Family:
Our hearts go out you all, Blaine was a true friend and to all, not to mention the handicap programs in the point and how he looked forward to being off/closed during the fair. Blaine was always there for my family and I. We wanted so much to see him and shake his hand that one last time not knowing there was no time. Stick together, it'll get better and always remember his laugh and smile...
Lili and Maynard Swenson
Rose & Bob Follet
August 7, 2008
This was truely a shock for us to hear.Blaine was a very good man and a friend to a lot of people. He will sorely be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Ashley Lyons
August 7, 2008
Justin and I (Ashley) would like to say thank you to everyone who cared for and loved Blaine. He was a great man and he will be greatly missed. As Caren Madden stated, we will celebrate Blaine's life on Sunday, August, 10th @ the Lisle Fire Station from 1-5. Again, thank you for all of your love and support at such a diffucult time.
Blaine...I love you and I will miss you tremendously. I will do my very best to take care of Justin...We will make you proud, Bud!
sue lindeborn
August 7, 2008
Justin,Christine and Blaine's family...I was greatly sadden to hear of your loss. Once a neighbor, always a friend. Blaine helped me through some rough times.May your fond memories comfort you at this time of such a devastating loss.
Kortney Peters
August 7, 2008
Justin and Ashley, please don't hesitate to call if you need anything. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Kortney and Scott
Bob & Lisa Hoag
August 7, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carey
August 7, 2008
Blaine- You'll never be forgotten, You are one of the kindest men I know. Willing to help anyone who needed it. Don't worry buddy, there'll be no "Boo Hooing" over you. We're gonna have a blast remebering you. Thanks for keeping Katie safe on the road, you know she needed a helping hand.
Justin- Katie and I'll be there for you. If there's anything you need, we're just up the road and a phone call away.
Bill Dean
August 7, 2008
Blaine was a great guy and a good person. He will be missed. I remember the old Bull Creek days when we were kids. I will think of you everytime I drive past your Mom and Dad's house. And from another 1973 graduating classmate, you will be missed. You were a good friend through the years.
Bill
AMY GILMORE
August 7, 2008
I HAD THE PLEASURE OF BEING ABLE TO CALL BLAINE MY FRIEND. HE WAS ALWAYS A FIXTURE WHEN I WAS AT WORK. IT WILL DEFINATELY NOT BE THE SAME WITHOUT HIM OR HIS LAUGHTER. I WILL TRULY MISS HIM AND HIS GREAT ADVICE. JUSTIN SHOULD YOU NEED ANYTHING OR JUST SOMEONE TO TALK TO YOU CAN CALL ME ANYTIME
ed hall
August 7, 2008
big guy, big heart, big loss.
it was a privilege to call you our friend.
you will be missed, but mostly you will be remembered.
Ed Hall & Ed Kelly #38
Debbie Kisner-Green
August 7, 2008
To Blaine's Family:
I also feel the pain of your loss. May God comfort you with all the special memories.
Blaine was a very special person and friend. A man with a big heart and the gift of helping others. He will be missed greatly.
Roger L. Eckinger
August 7, 2008
Blaine was a good hearted man.
He will be missed.
Deb Thompson
August 7, 2008
Blaine, you are the kind of friend that is rare in a person's life time.
It was a pleasure and a blessing to have you in my life for so many years.
My love any sympathy to Justin and all of Blaine's family.
Pam and Marty Compeau
August 7, 2008
Our sincere sympathy goes out to Justin and to all the family.
Jim & Dolly Fox
August 7, 2008
Blaine always had a quick wit - his stories kept us laughing for days. Justin - your Dad was in our wedding and had to leave the reception early because you were about to be born. He was a truly kind person that would help anyone. Blaine will be greatly missed.
Lindsey (Lewis) Webb
August 7, 2008
To Justin & The Rest of Blaine's Family....
Through the years Blaine had always taken great care of me and all of the beaters I'd get stuck driving. He is one of the sweetest people I have ever met. Everytime I saw him I knew he'd be good for a conversation or two. He was my buddy and he will be missed tremendously!
Casey Gates
August 7, 2008
Sincere regards to Blaine’s family.
Kara Briggs
August 7, 2008
Justin,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a great guy, who always looked out for everyone else. He made everyone around him laugh. He took great care of my family, especially my sisters and I, and he always had something nice to say. We will forever remember him.
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