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JAMES MADDEN Obituary
Relatives and friends are invited to a Viewing on Sunday, November 10, from 6 to 9 P.M., and on Monday, from 9 to 10:15 A.M., at BOYD-HORROX FUNERAL HOME OF EAST NORRITON, 200 W. German-town Pike, Norristown PA. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 A.M. at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 600 Hamilton St., Norristown. Interment will be in Bally PA. For donations about the developing James A. Madden Music Fund, please email [email protected]
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Memories and Condolences
for JAMES MADDEN
August 11, 2016
Dear Claire and family - I just learned of your loss from Aunt Gladys. Had I known, I would have been there for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hope you are all doing well. Fondly, your cousin Carol.
March 8, 2014
You made my sons feel welcomed and special as they performed in the band. I treasure memories of the summer concerts from Baltimore to Atlantic City to Whitpain township. You were one of a kind. My deepest sympathy to the entire Madden family. A Mom who appreciated the time you spent with elementary school children.
Sister Germaine Senita, OSBM
February 23, 2014
Jim, Your presence is so missed at SBA; from the beginning you were a gift to us. Nover believing you would take the job and the pay cut, you proved me wrong. It was a privilege working with you; I still see you walking, later riding, down the corridor from the band room and into the music room to ask me about something. I miss that.
Claire I will be in touch again soon and plan a visit. God be with you, Claire. You're in my prayers.
February 14, 2014
To all the Madden Family--belated condolences on Jim's passing. He was Liam's all time favorite teacher and source of inspiration. Music lessons were fun, fun, fun. The Madden Family Ambler PA
Mark Gerber
November 11, 2013
Jim Madden was the music teacher that my elementary students loved. They were always excited and prepared for their lessons and band practices. They returned to class energized and excited about being part of the music program. Jim helped them understand that they could be part of that which is the creation of music.
Ray Palladino
November 11, 2013
whenever I hear "Pennies from Heaven", I always think of Jimmy and the Manhattans -- it was a privilege to know him & the family
Jonathan Cassidy
November 11, 2013
Dr. Madden will truly be missed. He is the one who inspired me to pursue music and got me where I am today, an exchange student in Milan Italy.
My dearest sympathy to Mrs. Madden.
Thanks a million,
Jonathan Cassidy
Karen Gardner - Moran
November 11, 2013
Dear Madden family - so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with all of you. I remember your dad well from when we were all kids at your grandparents house-
Jeffrey Darrohn
November 11, 2013
Thanks Jim for being a colleague and supporter of music. Your students will always remember you.
Kathy
November 10, 2013
Rest in peace, dear brother. Thank you for your beautiful spirit. I love you!
Lois Russo
November 10, 2013
I graduated from Wissahickon High School in 1972. Dr. Madden was my band director during those years. He was a wonderful person, teacher and musician and inspired me to become a band director. I have many great memories of high school band. I always loved the many times I would run into JIm at music festivals and conferences. He inspired many. My condolences to Claire and the family.
Chrissy and Chris Halliday
November 10, 2013
Dr. Madden was a great man that touched our lives in so many ways. We will always remember his warm laugh, his smiling face and kind heart. We will miss him and have the whole Madden family in our prayers.
Joe CHELLEW
November 10, 2013
Jim/doctor/Mr. madden...however you knew him, was the perennial optimist, teacher, coach, cheerleader, mentor, role model and all around good guy, all wrapped up in one. I cannot repay him for all that he gave me, which only begins with a love of music, the tools to perform, and the joy of doing it, but I can certainly pay it forward as his memory will live on in me and so many others. Thank you, Jim, and my love to the entire Madden family.
Eileen Schweyer
November 10, 2013
Jim touched our hearts at SBA, and we are the better for his presence in our lives! Thank you for sharing him with us. May your memories and his love bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Sarah
November 10, 2013
My condolences go out to Dr. Madden's family. Dr. Madden was a patient teacher and one of the nicest people I have known. I would like to thank him for teaching me to play the flute as well as teaching me valuable life lessons.
Sarah
November 10, 2013
My condolences go out to Dr. Madden's family. Dr. Madden was such a patient teacher and one of the nicest people I have known. I would like to thank him for teaching me to play the flute as well as teaching me important life lessons.
Rich Rogers
November 10, 2013
Jim, Thank you for teaching me, as a child, to play the trumpet and for showing me that I could create through music. Little did I know that so much of my volunteer work and fun would be related to the Arts. Much of what I do according to passion has to do with music and the Arts. My trumpet is always nearby and I am even getting a new teacher to help me get back to it in a real way. You started the fire long ago.
It was great to work with you later in life as a colleague at Wissahickon. Thank you for the inspiration, friendship, encouragement and the fine example you provided in life.
Until we meet again...
November 10, 2013
You were a great inspiration and a good friend to my son Dave. I'll think of you every time I have a Jamison at your family gatherings. Rest in peace.
Joe McNamara. (Warminster,Pa)
Jennifer Clemente
November 9, 2013
Jim, thank you for gracing our SBA community with your presence and your love of music for so many years! Your music, positive outlook on life and your bright spirit continue to shine throughout the halls of SBA. May God bless you and your family.
Danielle Cataldi Garcia
November 8, 2013
Dr.Madden was a great music teacher and a great man. So sad to hear of his passing. May he rest in paradise. My condolonces to his family and friends.
November 8, 2013
Thank you for everything Dr. Madden. You are truly an inspirational man. Please watch over us all. We love you so much!
Michael,Karen McGlinchey
November 8, 2013
We are very sorry to read about his passing. Prayers for Mrs. Madden and Family as they mourn his loss. Prayers for all.
Patti Dougherty
November 8, 2013
Jim was a wonderful and kind man. The Phillies will surely miss a great fan. God bless you and your family.
Patricia Ruane
November 8, 2013
Thank you Dr Madden for the joy of music you brought to Saint Basil Academy. Always kind and a true gentleman.
November 8, 2013
Dear Claire and family,
Just saying "Jim Madden" made the music play!!! Soooooo many memories, dating back to the mid-60s.... the Tavern, The Teachers, and of course, the "gigs" with the Maddens.
Condolences to all.
Kathy Torzone, Plano TX
(Bob, late of 5/2000)
November 8, 2013
Julia Dorothy......getiting to know you.....Clare Madden and Kathy Schmidt...so sorry....Jim was a passionate Catholic....and by the mercy of God...rest in peace amen.....so sorry for you loss!
Kenny Madden
November 8, 2013
"Dr. Madden was my grandfather and he taught me many instruments, and I had fun. He was the nicest, happiest man on Earth."
November 8, 2013
Dear Claire and children,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of Jim and your Dad. We have many fond memories of Jim, when we had the pleasure of working with both Jim and yourself, Claire, on several Epiphany organizations. Jim was always so kind, caring and a true gentleman. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Ed and Becky O'Hanlon
maria monaco-caiola
November 8, 2013
My sincere condolences for your loss. I have fond memories watching Jimmy lead the Marching Knights with such style and spirit on many a Friday night at Roosevelt Field. His success in music was well deserved. BKHS grad, class of 1962
Maureen Saraco
November 8, 2013
“There are two kinds of teachers: the kind that fill you with so much quail shot that you can't move, and the kind that just give you a little prod behind and you jump to the skies.” - Robert Frost
Dr. Madden was a wonderful teacher, and a wonderful person. He helped facilitate some of my fondest memories at SBA, and I'll always remember him for his great sense of humor, for his patience, and for being a good role model--he was truly someone who loved what he did, and it showed. Deepest condolences to his family, friends, and students.
Matt Pisarcik
November 8, 2013
I would not be a music and band teacher today if it were not for the influential teachings of Dr. Madden. He sparked a love for music in my life at an early age that continued on through to a job that I love. I now get to pass on that same spark to my own students. My deepest sympathies to the family.
John A. Zaro
November 8, 2013
To the Madden family, please accept my sincere condolences.
Mr. Madden was always such a gentleman and so kind to me over the years. I told Greg, I have fond memories of our drives down to the boathouse on Saturday mornings. He was so warm and ever-supportive with his time and his words in our efforts on the river.
LAVONNE DIXON
November 8, 2013
I WOULD LIKE TO THANK DR. MADDEN FOR THE MUSICAL JOY MY DAUGHTER FOUND IN PLAYING IN HIS BAND AT SAINT BASIL ACADEMY, MY HE REST IN PEACE
Phil Maniscalco
November 8, 2013
Dear Claire and family members - I am sorry to learn of Jim's passing. Jim and I were good friends in high school and I believe our friendship has lasted a lifetime. Rest in Peace dear classmate.
Theresa (Dallas) Undercoffler
November 8, 2013
Jim was an exceptional man and I have wonderful memories of times spent with him. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Steve DeSantis
November 8, 2013
Not many people were such a strong influence in my childhood for the good more so than Dr. Madden. He truly loved his work and it showed and I am forever grateful to him.
Kristen (McKay) James
November 8, 2013
So sad to hear this news. I played flute at Shady Grove in 1984-85. He was a kind and patient teacher and helped nurture many students' love for music. Best wishes to his family.
Patte & John Brownell
November 8, 2013
Our sincerest sympathies to the family. Jim was a very kind man who will always be remembered fondly. He supported our daughter's music dreams from a very early age. Godspeed Jim!
Alice Marie Paris
November 8, 2013
To Jim & Katy - please accept my sincere condolences upon the loss of your beloved father. He was a gifted, talented, and very loving father. You and the entire Madden Family will be in my prayers.
Alice Marie Paris
November 8, 2013
To Jim & Katy, please accept my condolences upon the loss of your dear father, a very gifted, talented and loving man. My prayers are with you and the entire Madden Family.
Paul Pelusi
November 8, 2013
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family.
John (corky) Finnin
November 8, 2013
Claire. I will always remember the good times I had just knowing You and Jim.
Jim will always hold a special place in my heart. Jim started me in music with the (Manhattans) and thank him for that. God rest your soul Jim.
Kathy & Rhys John
November 7, 2013
To Claire and the family, we are so sorry to hear about Jim. Please know our hearts and prayers are with all of you. We will always have such fond memories of him. He was one of the kindest men we know. Blessings
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