Madeline Elizabeth Shaffer

Ah, my heart goes out to the family. She and my Mom were good friends, years ago, and both had that inner light that drew people to them. Meem was so very gracious, and happy. Those great granddaughters were special to her. She sent me a picture of the three of them last month. Very pretty girls...all of them. Jeanne and Jayne, hugs, love and all our sympathy.

I can't believe this, she had sent me an e-mail only a few days before. She was an amazing woman who was very dear to my grandma, who we also lost this year. I am comforted to think they are both watching over us now arguing who is going to win next year, Texas or Nebraska. My condolences to all the family.

Rebecca Wium (Rubin)

We were all so sad to hear about Madeline. My sister, Sheryl and Mom, Helen had met her when they lived in 'The Towers'. They just loved her! I will always remember how very kind Madeline was to my Dad, before he passed away. When I came down to visit, I could always tell when Madeline had been around. There were the special cards she made for him (& others in my family) and there was always 'cake'!! Gosh, she made the best cakes. Our hearts are broken today, and our love and sympathy go...

My condolences are with all of Madeline's Family that she leaves behind. God Bless all of you and watch over you as you go through this difficult period.

Jesse Bernal

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

My sincere condolences. Madeline was certainly a one-of-a-kind! I got my feet wet in Austin real estate in 1988 and ran into her early on. Her no-nonsense, take-no-prisoners, attitude about her career was actually refreshing. We worked well together as did all of the Amelia team. But my most fond memories are when Madeline called my wife and I (Terry & Alice) to be the musical entertainment at the Towers Christmas party, which continued annually for a couple more years. Unforgettable,...