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Tamara Natalie Madden
1975 - 2017
Tamara Natalie Madden
1975 - 2017
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BORN
1975
DIED
2017
Tamara Natalie Madden Obituary
The Tom M. Wages Funeral Home outside Atlanta confirmed her death, saying she died as a result of ovarian cancer at her home in Snellville, Georgia, on Nov. 4.
Madden was known for her artwork focusing on the social, spiritual and cultural identity of people of African ancestry — and her paintings that transformed ordinary people into royalty, the funeral home said in a statement Friday. She has said the golden headpieces worn by subjects of her paintings were meant to represent mystical crowns, halos, armor and weaponry for the spiritual warriors.
Many of her pieces are in the collections of institutions such as Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee; Alverno College in Milwaukee; and The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit, among others.
She is survived by her daughter, Nidalas Simone Madden, and her parents.
Services are being planned for Nov. 18 at the Tom M. Wages Funeral Home in Snellville.
Copyright © 2017 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
65 Entries
January 13, 2020
God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the family's...My condolence..
Marilyn Johnson Ciminelli
March 4, 2018
Tamara you have given so much of your heart and soul to so many through your artistry. Your light will forever shine. Sending my condolences to your daughter, parents and family. My prayers are with them. RIP Tamara.
T H
January 5, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort, comfort you and your family throughout the years to come for your loss of your dear family member. My deepest sympathy.
Akanke Peyton
December 13, 2017
Wow, such a beautiful spirit joining in the realm of our Ancestors. Prayers and condolences to her family and friends. I didn't know her personally, but looked at her artwork quite frequently because it makes me happy and in awe.
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M C
December 1, 2017
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the family for their loss of a talented woman. May you find comfort and help in God during this time of mourning.
Jerri Gober
November 26, 2017
Gone too soon. Rest in Peace in the Lord's arms.
A Caring Neighbor
November 23, 2017
My heartfelt condolences and prayers for the Madden family. May Almighty God grant solace to the family during this most challenging time. Tamara was truly an extraordinary talented and accomplished lady of integrity. May your fond memories sustained you. I am so sorry for your loss. With Love & Prayers
Ulrike Smith
November 20, 2017
You will always live through your art and will never be forgotten!
November 20, 2017
Condolences for your loss.
November 18, 2017
I only became aware of this sad news yesterday while searching for what Ms. Madden was up to artistically. I discovered her work accidentally a few years ago and hoped to one day meet her in person. Her work and her fighting spirit truly inspired me. To her family, and especially her young daughter, may God wrap his comforting arms around you. You are loved.
November 17, 2017
Gone too soon!!! My sincere condolences to the family, friends and students who have suffered this devastating g loss. God will comfort and sustain you during this difficult time because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6,7)
Monica Brown
November 17, 2017
My condolences to the family and I pray that GOD give you the strength to endure. Rest In Peace QUEEN for your work here has been done MAGNIFICENTLY.
November 16, 2017
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Josephine Thomas
November 16, 2017
My condolences to the family and friends of Ms Tamara Madden.My thoughts and prayers are with you. I just learned of Tamara today at Bible Study and she is well love. EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL.REST IN HEAVEN
Sidney Jones
November 16, 2017
My sincere condolences at times such as this,few words of comfort maybe all that you can bear,so rely on God of all comfort and he will comfort you every morning in times of distress Isaiah 33:2.
Sharlene Johnson
November 16, 2017
My condolences to her family. May God provide the peace and guidance you now and in the days ahead.
Brenda
November 16, 2017
Rest well beautiful soul. Sending love and lifting up prayers for comfort and peace.
November 16, 2017
I am shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Tamara. She was a gifted artist and a beautiful person who will be missed by family and friends alike. Treasure your memories of her and may the Almighty give you the needed comfort to cope with anxious moments. Psalms 94:19
Nikki DePriest
November 15, 2017
I am in tears as I write this, I cannot believe what I have learned.. I never met Tamara in person but she became my mentor quite literally, after I found her story of survival some time after surviving my own fatal illness as well. She wrote me the most encouraging letter I have ever received which I have kept laminated in a notebook that I have beside me at this moment.
To her friends and family, my heartfelt sincere loving condolences to you. A star has come and gone too soon. She has left so much beauty in the world now. For us artists to strive towards and for art lovers to enjoy.
Tamara you touched my life more than you will ever know. May the wings of the birds you painted carry your soul safely home.
in love,
~ Nikki
A J
November 15, 2017
May the hearer of our prayers give the family friends and fans the peace needed during this time
May they feel God's loving embrace as we wait until we see our love ones again
May we hold on
May we never give up
My prayers are with you during this time
Carlotta
November 15, 2017
May the God of all peace bring comfort to the Madden family and friends at this difficult time.
J Joyner-Talbot
November 15, 2017
"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." Blessings to the entire Madden Family for your loved one was granted talent and beauty from God the Father. She shed light & beauty to all those she touched & painted. May her memory and talent live forever. World without end. Amen
Stine
November 15, 2017
Such a sad loss. Gone far too soon. To the family of Ms. Madden. May the Lord comfort you during this great time of saddens and loss.
L SMITH
November 15, 2017
May God welcome you into Heaven. You will be missed dearly here on earth.
November 15, 2017
My condolences to her family. May her soul RIP.
November 14, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Madden family. May the God of comfort give you peace during this difficult time.
2 Thessalonians 2:16,17.
Ketinia Henley
November 14, 2017
My prayers go out to NiNi. Tamara was there for me in early 2004. She had a warm spirit and she inspired me. Although we are sad, Tamara will be remembered by her beauty, art, ambition, loyalty and much more. My prayers to her daughter , her family and friends.
CECIL CAMPBELL
November 14, 2017
My heart is with you now and forever more wherever you may be RIP TAMARA NATALIE MADDEN.
November 14, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 14, 2017
We are sending heartfelt prayers and condolences to the family of Tamara Madden. Tamara's artwork is truly a beautiful and worth owning a piece of her collection. Cherish the many wonderful memories that you shared with your loved one. May Almighty God give you strength, courage but most of all peace in the difficult days ahead. I Corinthians I:3,4
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SUE
November 14, 2017
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Teri Sparacino
November 13, 2017
I knew Tammy as a young lady in Milwaukee. She was a beautiful soul and great artist. I am so sorry for your loss.
Yolanda Brown
November 13, 2017
May God's Comforter be with your family and friends during the Homegoing season of your loved one.
Wright
November 13, 2017
To the family: May the God of comfort,comfort you in the days ahead,also may your gond memories of her bring tears of joy and joy of heart. Our heartfelt condolences.
November 13, 2017
Nidalas, Parents, Family, Friends, Workmates, Students,
So very sorry to learn of the loss of your dear loved one. She was a beautiful young lady with a gorgeous smile. She is loved and missed. He heals the brokenhearted: He binds up their wounds.-PS.147:3
Jane Dowling
November 13, 2017
God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.
Franklin Family
November 13, 2017
So sorry to hear about the loss of Tamara Madden. Our thoughts and prayers are with all her family and friends. The journey ahead will be long and hard, but stay strong in your endeavor to continue on. That God the Almighty may grant you strength, endurance, comfort and peace "so you may abound in hope through the Holy Spirit." (Ro.15:13) Treasuring her great accomplishments in your hearts and minds that it may carry you through these difficult moments.
Rosemarie Boothe-Bey
November 13, 2017
I've never met Ms. Madden, however I've been touched by her beautiful works of art and plan to purchase at least one. My heart goes out to her family especially her daughter Nini. She is now at peace, asleep in God's arms.
November 13, 2017
Rest in peace.
November 13, 2017
Sincere condolences to the Madden family for your tragic loss. Please know that others share your grief and pray that the God of all comfort sustain each of you during your darkest hours of grief.
Sandra Jones-Boyd
November 13, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family and students of Dr. Madden. May you have comfort in understanding God's will for her life and the phenomenal talent that she was entrusted with.
November 13, 2017
May the family find peace and comfort in knowing all sickness, all pain and death will one day be gone for this has been promised.
November 13, 2017
So sorry for your loss. May you have peace and comfort during this very sad time.
Lynn
November 13, 2017
So sorry for your loss.What an insightful and creative young woman.May the God of all comfort be with the family and friends during this difficult time.Allow our Heavenly Father to carry you in his everlasting arms.
November 13, 2017
May God strengthen and comfort the family during your time of sorrow.
November 13, 2017
Draw close to God and he will draw close to you.
November 13, 2017
Draw close to God and he will comfort and strengthen you.
November 13, 2017
Sorry for your loss. May you draw comfort from the scripture at Ecclesiastes 9 : 5 that show your loved ones a resting in peace.
B J
November 12, 2017
The Family of Tamara Madden,
While words fail to capture the pain of losing a loved one, we look forward to the time when words will fail to capture the joy of having our heavenly Father return your dear one to you.
November 12, 2017
Rest In Peace
Sheila
November 12, 2017
Gone too soon. Rest in Peace Tamara.
November 12, 2017
So deeply sorry about Ms. Madden. In this time of difficulty, may the God of comfort grant strength and courage in the days ahead. Thoughts and prayers.
Scott Chamberland
November 12, 2017
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
Lowery
November 12, 2017
There are know words that can express the sorry of a loss one.. May the memories you hold in your heart bring you joy and peace knowing the her love was shown in her work. May the God of peace comfort you and your family at this difficult time.
Harry Simpson
November 12, 2017
Godspeed Tamara....
Phyllis Y Bolden
November 12, 2017
Prayers of love, and comfort to her daughter, parents, family, and dear friends.
May her memory be cherished throughout the ages...
Will Hargrove
November 12, 2017
Condolences to the family...
November 12, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. What a creative and talented young woman. It's so amazing when a person is able to see past the outside and see art. Reflect on the good times you have had with her and may you find comfort and strength through prayer from our Heavenly Father.
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