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1994
DIED
2012
Madeline Nance Obituary
June 26, 1994 - December 13, 2012 Madeline Michelle Nance, born June 26, 1994 in Juneau, Alaska, died December 13, 2012 in Sacramento, California. She was a 2012 graduate of Thunder Mountain High School.
In grade school and middle school she was active in swimming and soccer. She also had a beautiful singing voice, as well as a passion for ballet where she excelled to pointe shoes and was cast as "girl doll" in a production of the Nutcracker.
She was intellectually active, questioned authority wherever possible, and sided with the under dog. She enjoyed music, movies, reading, cooking and baking. She was attending Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts at the time of her death.
She loved animals. Her many pets included everything from mice, horses, guppies, chickens, fish, three dogs, a horse, numerous cats and a chinchilla.
During summers she visited her grandmother's ranch in Oregon, where she truly was a cowgirl. She spent most of her time riding her Appaloosa, Spot. They covered many miles of sagebrush and forest.
She also loved children and at family gatherings would spend her time playing with younger cousins and her new nephew, Elijah.
Madeline is survived by her mother Christine Moleski and loving step-father, Stephen Masters of Juneau; sister Amanda Underwood (Dan) and nephew Elijah, Indianapolis, IN; grandparents Wendy Moleski, Jesse Moleski, Syracuse, NY; Aunt Mary Landale (Ed), Medford, MA; Uncle John Moleski, Palm Beach, FL; Aunt Anna Cohen (Craig), NYC, NY; Uncle Jeffrey Moleski, Syracuse, NY; Aunt Sharon Moleski (Richard), Eatontown, NJ; grandparents Hank and Kay Masters, Juneau; Uncle Mark (Stacy) Masters, Carson City, NV; Uncle Eric (Leola) Masters, Juneau; Aunt Melissa (Paul) Zahasky, Juneau; and cousins Timothy, Jeffrey, Claudia, Arden, Maya, Sarah, Henry, Alex, Rachel (Tom), Harrison, Ben, Karlyn (Bryan), Laura, Quinn, and Abigail.
Also, her father, Ivan Nance (partner Lauren) of Juneau; grandparents Bonnie Nance, Prairie City, OR; Ralph Nance, Pendleton, OR; and Uncle Jay Nance, Boise, ID.
Even in her death, Madeline wanted to be able to help others, saving strangers' lives by being an organ donor. We believe Madeline was called to heaven to be a comforting angel for those needing love and compassion. She would want us to forever believe something wonderful is coming and to never take for granted the day and the joy it brings. To remember her, make the most of the time you have with your children, family and friends. Smile, cherish the little things and remember to hug the ones you love.
A memorial service will take place on December 30, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Centennial Hall. Condolences may be sent to: PO Box 32976, Juneau, AK 99803 (Moleski/Masters), 3310 Nowell Street, Juneau, AK, 99801 (Nance)
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gastineau Humane Society in her name.
Memories and Condolences
for Madeline Nance
80 Entries
Mom (Christine) Moleski
November 18, 2016
Missing you more than ever.
JoDarryl Gone
January 27, 2016
Maddie, you are easily one of my favorite people. I won't forget you. You will be happy to know that I am back in school. (= I'm going to change things girl, and when I do I'll think of you. This world is about to get a lot more ridiculous!! :) I hope YOU can handle it fool!
Mom (Christine)
December 13, 2015
Today marks three years since your death. I still wake each morning with a pain in my body so intense; that helpless deep sadness that can only be caused by such a loss -
Missing you, Madeline, has been the hardest thing I have ever had to do in my life.
April 30, 2014
love debbi & uncle Norm [email protected]
April 30, 2014
To My cousin Christina & family , I just saw that your beautiful daughter has passed. Just wanted you all to know how sorry Uncle Norm & I are .
Christine Balboni
March 22, 2013
Ivan and family, Jake and I are so sad to hear of your loss. We send our deepest sympathy.
Peter & Diane Oittinen
March 20, 2013
Ivan, we are so sorry to learn of the loss of your beautiful and talented daughter. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Deens-Sparacino
March 19, 2013
Ivan and family,
Madeline was a beautiful young woman in spirit and her love for life and others. Although words can never ease the pain in the loss of a child, please know that you are in our prayers. Madeline continues to live on with God and in the lives of so many she endearingly touched.
Fernando Lardizabal
March 19, 2013
Ivan,
I don't have words for the passing away of your child at such young age. But my heart feels the pain.
All my confort and love to you.
Tim McIntyre
March 19, 2013
Ivan and family, our family sends our love and fervent prayers to you all in this time of loss. We pray that you feel the love of God's arms wrapped around you.
March 19, 2013
Ivan: I'm truly saddened by your loss. I just can't imagine your pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jeff and Deb Youngsma
Ginnie Holtzman-Bell
March 19, 2013
So sorry to hear of Madeline's passing. I can remember how Ivan literally beamed when Maddie was in the room. I know that she will always be a special glow in the hearts of all those who loved her.
Alex Larzelere
March 19, 2013
Our deepest sympathies -- please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brian Perkins
March 19, 2013
Ivan and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Words fail me when it's something this big. I will say the rest in prayers.
March 19, 2013
Just received word of Madelaine's passing. Know that my heart is saddened at your and the world's loss of a bright and beautiful child. May your faith sustain you at this time. Tony Stimatz
Brian Conroy
March 18, 2013
So sorry for your loss. I can't imagine how difficult it must be.
Mom
February 27, 2013
I think of you, Madeline, every minute of the day. There is a gaping hole in my heart, in my being. I struggle to accept that you are not on this earth any more. I miss you. I love you.
Rachel White
January 31, 2013
You are on my mind heavily today Maddie. I believe it's because you are near. I know you wouldn't want me to be sad so today I will hold back my tears and find reasons to laugh. That is what you would want. xoxo
Rachel White
January 31, 2013
Madeline, not a day goes by that you are not missed. I ate some of your ice cream last night and it was nice to feel close to you. Eli asked about you, he asked me where you went. I told him you are an angel watching over him. I am thankful he has you watching over him. I wish you were here to cook with me. I think about you all the time. Love you Maddie. Love Rachel. :)
Mom
January 24, 2013
Madeline, you are missed so much. The pain of you being gone is indescribable. I love you and will miss you forever.
h w
January 14, 2013
The loss of a child is so very very difficult. May you draw comfort from the following: At Psalm 56:8 David pleaded to God: "Do put my tears in your skin bottle. Are they not in your book? Like David I know that God is aware of your pain and what you are going through emotionally. He will continue to give you what you need to live each day without Madeline.
Kristin Brown
January 10, 2013
Maddie,
It is extremely difficult for me to see your family in such excruciating pain over your loss. You were such a funny and gorgeous girl, with the most beautiful smile. You always made me feel so welcome in the family. I am very glad to have visited with you this past Thanksgiving. I only wish I could have gotten to know you better. I know your loss has instilled true sorrow into those who love you, but I hope they will find solace in all the happy memories you leave behind.
David Hydock
January 9, 2013
Ivan, I received an E-Mail from Rich Mac of Sitka w/ regards to Madeline's death. Rich mentiioned you many times over the years and I met you through Juneau Coast Guard where I've worked since 1988. My third child (son) was born in 1994 in Juneau and the thought of losing a young adult child is overwhelming. I can only hope and pray that you (and family) find comfort, understanding, and support from all the good folks that hold you dear.
Marja Miller
January 9, 2013
Thinking about you everyday...Christine and family. Sending you love. We love you Maddie.
Karla and Marja.
Libby N
January 8, 2013
She was a beautiful person, thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Hugs to you all...
Mom
January 6, 2013
I miss you so much.
Naomi Love
January 6, 2013
I loved getting to know Maddie and having her in class. She could illuminate the room, in so many ways. I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Ivan, Christine and Steve.
Brenda O'D
January 5, 2013
Christine, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs to you.
Jeanette Julsrud
January 3, 2013
Ivan and Lauren, I was so sorry to see that you lost your daughter. From what I have read and just knowing how much you thought of her, I can see she was a beautiful person on the inside as she was on the outside. Please know you are thought of and my heart goes out to you both and the rest of the family.
Karin Wikoff
January 3, 2013
Heartfelt sympathy for such a loss too, too soon. Hold tight to the loving memories and may you find peace in time.
December 31, 2012
She was such a beautiful young woman. Sorry to hear of such a huge loss. May peace be with the family at this difficult time. Keep all the wonderful memories she left behind close to your hearts. There will be a time when you will be able to see her again in paradise. Matt 5:28, 29
Joe Ben & Karen Nance
December 31, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 31, 2012
My sincere condolences to the Nance family for the loss of Madeline. The loss of a child is especially difficult. During this time of sorrow may you find peace and comfort from the words found in John 11:33-44.
Lin
Ray Filip
December 30, 2012
You might not remember me, but I was a patient of yours, Christine, and I knew your daughter from school. Maddie was one of the few people that was honestly nice to me and he death is shocking to me. I'm actually sad about this.
She will be remembered. :D
Henry Masters
December 29, 2012
Madeline you had a way of making others feel so welcome, happy and joyful. Although the pain of you moving on to heaven is crippling, I know the world will forever be a better place because of who you were and what you did. I desperately wish I could be at your service, but I'm out of town. In your remembrance I will always finish the day letting my family know I love them because that is how you treated me. Thank you Maddy, you are a bright light that will shine on through those who you loved. I learned much from you younger cousin, thank you.
Nicole Williams
December 29, 2012
A couple of years ago, my family decided that, instead of the adults exchanging gifts anymore, we would, instead, put money into a pot and our names on slips of paper into another. Someone would draw one name, and that person would decide the charity in which the collected money would get donated to. Before we draw names, we tell a everyone a little about the charity in which we chose. My dad and grandfather chose the Shriner's (my grandfather is a Shriner), my aunt chose St Jude's, my future sister in law chose Sandy Hook. When it was my turn, I told my family about Maddie. I told them what happened, and that in her obituary it mentioned that donations could be made to the Gastineau Humane Society in her name. I told my family that if my name were drawn, that's where I would want the money to go. This year, my name came out of that pot. The humane society will be receiving a donation in the amount of $406 courtesy of the Williams Family. I couldn't believe it. I lost it when my grandpa said my name. It felt very right.
It's been two and a half weeks, yet it still doesn't feel real, Maddie. I miss you so much! I miss hearing your impressions and listening to you talk about all the things you would show me in Alaska. I miss talking about the things I would take you to do when you came to visit me in Santa Cruz. Chocolate bacon on the Boarkwalk, disc golf, hiking off of Highway 9, shopping downtown. You are thought of daily.
My love, thoughts, prayers go out to Christine and the rest of the family. I wish more than anything that I could be there to show you my support tomorrow, but know that I will be there in spirit. Maddie will never be lost or forgotten. I promise.
Rhonda Hickok
December 29, 2012
Christine - we are so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers for you and your family.
Janice Lobaugh
December 27, 2012
So Beautiful, So Young, Too Soon! God Bless the family of this young lady...
Shawn Wille
December 27, 2012
I am so sorry my thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless Madeline.
MOM
December 26, 2012
I miss you
Nate Geary
December 26, 2012
Christine, I am so profoundly sorry to hear about Maddie's death. As a parent, I can hardly imagine suffering such a loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Mary and Bob McCauley
December 24, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss and we will keep your entire family in our thoughts and prayers.
sharon marvin
December 24, 2012
prayers and condolences to loved ones at this time...
Aaron Mallah
December 24, 2012
Maddie,
I will miss all our little conversations, and always seeing you looking at me out of the corner of my eye, to look over and see that amazing smile.. Thank you for the hugs when I was down, always cheering me up. You are greatly missed....
December 24, 2012
Christine and Family ~ Thinking of you all and sending love and prayers for a precious daughter gone too soon.
~ Jennifer Wescott Kuzio and Family
Harry and Timi Tullis
December 23, 2012
Christine and Steve,
We are so saddened to hear about Maddie. Please know our thoughts are with you both.
Debbie White
December 23, 2012
There are no words that will take away the pain. Please know that your friends are here for you, no matter what. If you ever need a shoulder, or just someone to listen, reach out. Please.
Tedi Hadfield
December 23, 2012
You were an amazing young lady, Maddie! I was very fortunate to have gotten to know you during your high school years. You will be greatly missed by all who knew you, but never forgotten.
Susie
December 23, 2012
Maddie I will always remember you for the kind hearted fun loving person you were. Getting to know you this year was a blessing and I'm so sorry we ended things on not the greatest terms I hope you are in heaven knowing that I'm sorry and that I love and miss you girl. We were both new to sacramento and it was fun exploring it with you. This past summer when we spent hours floating down the Sacramento River eating sandwiches enjoying the sun are some of my favorite days ever and I'm so thankful for the memories. You taught me a lot about people and not sweating the small stuff and you made me laugh so much. I'm going to miss you and never forget you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family may they take comfort in knowing you are in heaven<3
Sherry Galvan
December 23, 2012
Miss you Maddie every day. It seems like a huge nightmare that is never going to end. Friday is was reality and knowing that us signing the Chef coat for you was real. I will always remember what the fun stuff we talked about and laughing every day. Thank you on Friday for letting all of us know that you were there with a double rainbow. Thank you, miss you tons.
Michelle Freeman
December 23, 2012
Maddie was such a life force. I miss her beautiful blue eyes, beautiful smile and her laugh. I enjoyed having her in my class at Le Cordon Bleu. Maddie was taken too soon but will always be remembered.
Andrea Ellis
December 23, 2012
Maddie,
The last week of school was hard without you. I hope you got the balloons we signed and released for you. You were too young to leave us, but I must believe it was for a reason. You taught me many things in life. We shared many many laughs together. Forgetting the pie the roof of my car, decorating your car for your B-day, you dancing allll the time in class. We miss you pretty lady.
Trego's
December 22, 2012
Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Maddie was a wonderful girl and good friend to many. May God hold you in his arms Angel Maddie
rebecca story
December 22, 2012
So very sorry for your loss. Maddie was loved by all of us at Le Cordon Bleu. She was easily andwell liked. She had a heart of gold and an amazing smile. She will be missed so much.
December 22, 2012
So very sorry to read of your loss. As
1Thessalonians 5:11 says"keep comforting one another and building one another up"
My thoughts are with you.
Scott & Sheila Hulse
December 22, 2012
So sorry for your loss Ivan. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marti and George
December 22, 2012
Dear Christine and Steve, We will always treasure our memories of Madeline. We are keeping you both in our minds and hearts and wish we could be there.
Celeste Liberty-Patnode
December 21, 2012
Dear Christine and family, It seems appropriate to celebrate such an accomplished life, it is obvious your girl was a beautiful expression of God's love to all she met. May God bless and comfort you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers daily, Celeste
Janet & Ed Cavagnaro
December 21, 2012
Christine & Steve. You are both in our prayers and thoughts during this sad time. May your friends and family ease some of your pain.
Janel and mike Davis
December 21, 2012
You are in my families thoughts and prayers.
Patty Moser
December 21, 2012
Too soon. Christine and Steve our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patty, Fritz and family
December 21, 2012
Mary Ann and I have been down this road. If you feel the need to ask how, what,where,when and how come. please come by and chat. love you both chuck and mary ann.
Epstein family
December 21, 2012
My beautiful blue eyed angel, your life was taken way to soon. You have touched the hearts of so many people. You will be forever deeply missed. Dakota sends his love to you!
Steve and Christine, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you both very much, you are family to us.
Epstein family
December 21, 2012
My beautiful blue eyed angel, your life was taken much to soon. I just can not express the emptyness that is within my heart. You were loved by so many people. You will be forever deeply missed. Dakota sends his love to you!
Steve and Christine, you are in our thoughts and prayers. My family truly loves you all. You are family to us.
Courtney Reeves
December 21, 2012
Rest in paradise, Maddie. Prayers to the family.
December 21, 2012
Every day was a blessing in our lives when you were here, every moment is cherished in our thoughts, you are loved, you are missed, you are remembered...
Leola Masters
December 21, 2012
Maddie my heart is broken in so many ways, you were one of my favorite nieces, I will always hold you in my heart,and now when I look up to heaven I know you are there.Love aunt Leola xoxo
Roxy Bell
December 21, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Christine. The short time I knew Maddie she always had a smile on her face and made others smile. May she rest in peace. God Bless you!
Laurie Tortorello Quincy
December 21, 2012
It's so hard to know what to say about the loss of a child-- at any age and for any reason. The story of Maddie's life is a beautiful tribute to a great kid with great parents. Thank you for sharing this. She clearly had many gifts to share with those she touched. God called her to his Kingdom early for a reason-- he always seems to take the really great ones first. I am praying for you both- Christine and Steve, and for your family. I pray that you find comfort and peace in knowing that she is with The Lord.
Nichel Saceda-Hurt
December 21, 2012
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for both families.
December 21, 2012
Mala and I will always be thankful for the support she gave to Gabe.
Stefanee
December 21, 2012
I will never forget you my baby Alaska. Thank you for being the light in my life, love you always. My deepest condolences to Christine,Stephen and Ivan. You are in my prayers.
Rachel White
December 21, 2012
Maddy. I miss you so much and I will always love you girl. You are so beautiful. Thank you for cooking for us on Thanksgiving. That will always be one of my favorite memories. I will always remember your smile and laughter sweet girl. Love, Rachel.
Deborah Montgomery
December 21, 2012
My sweet Maddie... it is hard to come to terms with the idea that you are no longer here with us... I went out and saw Spot and he rubbed his nose on my heart... I know you are with the angels now doing the work you are called to do... I look forward to meeting again... much love Maddie... your friend eternally Deb M...
December 21, 2012
Christine & Steve - Our hearts are heavy for you. You are in our prayers. Cherish, Kevin, Isabelle & Gabe Hansen.
Gigi & Ciera Kelly
December 21, 2012
Our heartfelt condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Joyce Vick
December 21, 2012
You were too young to go.
Todd Crawford
December 21, 2012
Last summer I spent ten days visiting Christine, Stephen and Madeline at their home in Juneau. It was an amazing journey for me and Madeline was a huge part of it. I remember vividly pulling out porcupine quills out of her dog's nose. Hanging out with her while Christine was at work was so much fun. A beautiful young woman with so much to give. My daughter shares the same name and I will always remember that incredible smile and life force she had. May the wings of angels comfort you. I will miss you dearly.
Christine Moleski
December 21, 2012
I love you, you sweet angel. I will miss you and forever hold you in my heart. Momma
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