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MacKenzie Madden
1994 - 2014
MacKenzie Madden
1994 - 2014
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MacKenzie Madden Obituary
MacKenzie Nicole Madden, born July 22, 1994, at Offutt AFB, Neb., was killed Monday, July 14, 2014, in Logan, Utah.
MacKenzie lived in Nampa and Boise most of her life, attending Park Ridge and Maple Grove Elementary, South and West Jr. High. Our family relocated to Idaho Falls in 2009. She graduated from Hillcrest High School in 2011, a year ahead of schedule, when she was just 16 years old.
A student at Utah State University, MacKenzie graduated magna cum laude, receiving her bachelor's degrees of art in sociology as well as psychology with a minor in criminal justice and a certificate in law and society area studies. In 2013, she completed an internship with the Logan Police Department researching active shooter situations. She would have finished college in December and planned to attend the police academy with the hopes of eventually fulfilling her dream of working for the FBI.
MacKenzie is survived by her parents, Carrie and Jim Madden; her sister, Allie Madden; grandparents, Herb Dennison and Barbara and Richard Madden; aunts and uncles, Bob (Pauline) Dennison, Bud Dennison, Randy (Tammy) Dennison, Jeff (Jaz) Dennison, Rik (Dolores) Madden, Christine (Jeff) Shellito and Barbara (Ken) Falci; cousins, Eranda (Pat, Joshua, Kite) Noa, Joey (Brandie) Dennison, Raaj Chavez, Chris Dennison and his girlfriend Sarai Jacobson, Greg, Chris and Emmeline Shoemaker, Wade and Erin Madden.
MacKenzie was preceded in death by her grandmother, Patricia Dennison; great-grandparents, George and Rosella Madden; and an uncle, Greg Madden.
MacKenzie brought so much joy to all who knew her. We will always remember that beautiful smile, numerous freckles, her tender heart and her willingness to help others.
Our family would like to express our sincere appreciation to the Logan Police Department and the Logan Victim Advocate Team for their dedication and compassion. We would also like to thank our family, friends and coworkers for all of your love and support, for we could not make it through this journey alone.
Memorial services will be held on what would have been MacKenzie's 20th birthday, at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge Ave. in Idaho Falls.
In lieu of flowers, a scholarship fund has been set up in MacKenzie's name at Utah State University, online at www.usu.edu/advancement/madden/.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.woodfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
August 4, 2014
I was Mackenzie,s science teacher at South. I am so sorry for your loss. She was a bright light wherever she went and I think of that light shining on in the universe. I am sad for all the future that will not be shared with her. I remember Allie,too. I am so sad for you losing your sister. Both of you made such a deep impression on me. So senseless I just can't understand it. My prayers are with all of you. Maggie Liebergesell
Mackenzie hanging out with friends in 2011.
Gavin Pouquette
July 26, 2014
Tracy Ferrell-Briley
July 23, 2014
Words cannot express my most heartfelt sympathy to you and your family for such a tragic loss. My prayers are with your family.
colleen eshbach
July 23, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mckenzie was a wonderful girl. I know she will be greatly missed
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Holly Mihu
July 22, 2014
MacKenzie shaped who I am now. She is still my best friend and I don't know what I would have done without her all of my childhood. I know she is still here with me and her family. I love you Kenz.
Syl and Jack Ferrell
July 22, 2014
We are so so sorry for your loss. She was such a beautiful young lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jack and Priscilla Sweetland
July 22, 2014
Words cannot express our sympathies to Kenzie's family. Comfort, peace and love to you all.
Special love to Buddy Dee, our cousin.
Herbert Dennison Jr
July 22, 2014
Kenzie,
I love you. You will be in my heart forever.
Love, Grandpa
Tena Pate
July 21, 2014
My name is Tena Pate and I was one of Kenzie's roommates. I am unable to make it to the funeral however I will be thinking about her. I am so sorry for what happened and I know that she is in a better place. Prayers for the family.
The moment I met Kenzie I knew she was a person I wanted in my life. She will always be with me in my heart, and with the badge I will wear for her.
Erin "Ern" Davies
July 20, 2014
Suzanne & Bill Jones
July 20, 2014
Although we never met you we know your grandparents. Her short life history will be a example for others. She will be sincerely missed.
Ronald Mihu
July 20, 2014
Mackenzie, there are no words to describe the sadness that fills our hearts at your passing. Or thoughts and prayers are with your family. You touched our lives and filled them with laughter.
Todd & Sue Sadler
July 19, 2014
You have a very beautiful daughter that I know John liked very much. I know without a doubt if John had it to do over again knowing the outcome he would not have changed a thing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Maybe someday we can all meet.
kimberley darling -spalding
July 19, 2014
Although we never let I went to school with your mom.I'm sadden that such a successful young lady's life was taken from this world. She will always be with your family and always watching over you. I send my sincere love and prayers to all that new her.
Karen Morgan
July 19, 2014
MacKenzie we are going to miss your sweet smile and laughter on our front end. It has been such a joy working with you. We valued you as a member of our. Walmart family. My thoughts and prayers go out to your parents. And Ally at this sad time. We love and miss you !
Dawn Haderlie
July 19, 2014
Our prayers are with the ones left behind.
Pauline Dennison
July 19, 2014
Kenzie
I miss you. There are not enough words to say how much, You are a bright and sweet young lady. My heart aches. I love you.
Aunt Pauline
Eric and Laura Lahaug
July 18, 2014
Although it has been years since we saw Kenzie, we remember her huge smile and happy eyes. We are so sad for your loss. Jim, Carrie and Allie - we are praying for you.
Bob Dennison
July 18, 2014
Kenzie
Your are a beautiful person who will be missed by so many. In your short 19 years, you touched so many lives. I have always been so proud of you. I am so grateful that I have always told you how proud I was and how much I loved you. Your passing has left a hole in my heart that I will have to live with. The great memories are what will get me through. I miss you so much. You will never be forgotten. Tell grandma hi. I love you Kenzie.
Rest in Peace
Uncle Bob
Bob Edwards
July 18, 2014
I met Miss Madden around campus and at Angie's Restuarant. Though we only waved or said hello in passing, she always seemed happy. I just wanted to say thank you Mackenzie from a USU Staff member here in Logan. RIP and much thoughts and Prayers to all your loved ones!! God Bless
Lois DeCosta
July 18, 2014
My condolence to all the family and the world for the loss of such a beautiful young life.
July 18, 2014
We are all so sorry for your loss. Even though we never met MacKenzie we know so much about her from uncle Jeff. You are all remembered in our prayers.
The Burkhalter Families
July 18, 2014
DeWayne and Beverly Russell
July 18, 2014
God Bless you and your family.Words cannot express how deeply sorry for all of you we are. We love you all, Dirck & Cindy Copeland
Jaz Dennison
July 17, 2014
For almost 20 years that I knew you, growing up from a beautiful baby to a beautiful, intelligent caring young lady, I was in awe at how you excelled at everything you did. Kenzie you may have left a hole in this family but will live in my heart forever. Rest in peace our angel Kenzie.
Hannah Nadeau
July 17, 2014
I'm still in shock about MacKenzie's passing. She was one of my classmates and she was a beautiful person. I loved getting to know her in class. She was always happy and determined. As a fellow future police officer who just graduated USU and is entering the academy this fall, I consider MacKenzie's loss equivalent to losing a fellow officer. I know she would have been a fantastic officer. Aggies and your brothers and sisters in blue will miss you, MacKenzie.
July 17, 2014
Our heart is broken in half on the loss of our sweet baby girl. When she asked me if I would be her grandma, my heart was full of joy and told her it would my honor. She will always be in our hearts and will never forget all our good timers with our special angel, Kenzie. All our love Jerry Ann and Joe gregor
Herbert Dennison
July 17, 2014
You were such a beautiful person Kenzie. You touched the lives of everyone you met. You were giving, caring and unselfish, always putting others ahead of yourself. You are gone, but you have not left us. You will always be an eternal flame within my heart.
Love, Uncle Bud
Diann Sessions
July 17, 2014
Carrie and family. My heart breaks for you. May you be comforted at this time and always.
lisa miller
July 17, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss
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