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Madelyn Brong Obituary
June 29, 1924 - April 29, 2021
Lakewood, Colorado - Madelyn G. Brong, formally of Bradenton, FL for 30 years passed away with loved ones close in Lakewood, CO. Her spirit even as death approached, provided comfort and peace to her daughter Sandra Hiland, also a former resident of Manatee County for 17 years.
As a supporter of Manatee Players, The Humane Society of Manatee, and Take Stock in Children, it should also be noted, that she volunteered 17 years at the Manatee Memorial Thrift Shop, mostly measuring, pricing and hanging linens, until the weight of the job made it impossible. Her last trip driving was when she lost her way at age 90 making a wrong turn on her way home. She lived in Southwinds and Westminster Communities and was an avid bridge player.
She is survived by a son, Brooks of Springfield, MO and Sandra, as well as four grandchildren, two in Colorado, and six great-grandchildren, five in Colorado. While Pennsylvania was always home, she passed in Colorado.
Celebration of Life to be held at a later date in Florida.
Memorial contributions to any of the local charities mentioned above.
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Ruth Caffrey
July 26, 2021
I loved you with all my heart you changed my whole out look on life you were my very special friend and I thank God everyday for bringing you into my life. I will always love you forever!
Love my Nanny
Kristen Bergeson
May 3, 2021
Silver Sneakers star!
Kristen Bergeson
May 3, 2021
Alaskan Adventure
Kristen Bergeson
May 3, 2021
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At the Husky Homestead on our Alaskan adventure
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Remembering Nanny
6/29/24 – 4/29/21, age 96
Where do you begin to celebrate nearly a century of life?!
Some of my best childhood memories are visiting my grandparents at Lake Naomi in the Poconos. I’d tag along with Nanny to her tennis matches, play catch with Poppy, we’d canoe around the lake and pick blueberries, eat the best grilled cheese sandwiches, and play hand & foot for hours every night.
Nanny volunteered at the Thrift Store in Florida for 17+ years. She accumulated thrift store finds all year and then wrapped them up at Christmas. We had so much fun opening the crazy treasures she picked out for each of us.
From houseboating on Lake Powell to Australia and NZ, cruising Alaska and the Caribbean and lots of sporting events in between, she never wanted to be left behind and was always up for an adventure.
She did the dab. She’d ride a wave-runner. She tucked the hair behind my ear so it wasn’t in my eyes. She grimaced and yelled when we did taco tongues. She loved wine, french fries and pie. She hated rice. She was a whiz at multiplication tables and would give Blake a run for his money. She’d sing Rufus Rastas. She’d send cards with $1 or $2 tucked inside. She gasped when we told her Kenz was selling GS cookies for $4 per boxshe sold them for only 25 cents a box. She had at least 3 pairs of earrings for every outfit. She loved puzzles. She hated wearing that DAMN mask. She loved animals. She loved bingo – and always had a stash of winnings in her walker (usually chocolates). She loved Dan’s red shoes and Blake’s orange/blue hair. She loved having her nails painted, esp in colors to match the season. Last week, I painted her nails blue because that’s her favorite color.
Nanny was colorful, spunky, spirited, full of smiles, told it like it was, a little sassy and made friends with everyone. I hope I age with her positive outlook and attitude.
Reflecting on all these memories has filled me with gratitude. I’m so grateful for all the wonderful memories of her throughout my life, that my kids got to know their GREAT grandmother, and especially that I was with her in her final hours – telling her stories, holding her hand, and brushing the hair from her eyes.
While my heart is heavy, there is solace knowing she is at peace.
A toast to you, Nanny! I love you and will miss you terribly. XOXO Krissy (your favorite, and only grand-daughter)
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