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Catherine Madden Obituary
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Catherine M. Madden, 74, of Bristol, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 after a long-fought battle with cancer. She was born on June 20, 1951 in Bristol, CT, the daughter of the late Robert and Marion (Graham) LeBel. Catherine was an experienced RN working for New Britain General Hospital, Bristol VNA, and the Torrington School district, throughout her career. During her free time, she loved giving back to the community through her work with the Giamatti Little League Center, Kiwanis, and various activities in her children's school. Her happy place was anywhere her friends and family were and the beach. Catherine is survived by her loving husband, Allen Madden and her two children Sara Madden and her wife Jennifer Schick and Michael Madden and his wife Ariel Colosky; her grandchildren William, Robert, and Betty Madden-Schick; her siblings Robert LeBel, Kim Reis, and Beth Yu and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held on Monday, September 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. until 12 noon at O'Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Ave., Bristol, followed by a procession to St. Greogry Church, 235 Malby St., Bristol for a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m.. In lieu of flowers you can send donations in Catherine's honor to Little League Baseball, Incorporated https://www.littleleague.org/who-we-are/making-a-donation/ To leave an online message of condolence, please visit Catherine's tribute page at www.OBrien-FuneralHome.com.
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Elena Sileo
September 28, 2025
Condolences to the Madden family. Cathy was such a joy to work with at both TMS and THS. She was so kind to my daughter, who called her `grandma.´ She will surely be missed. Prayers to you all.
Karen and Bob Dunlap
September 27, 2025
Al, Sarah and Mike,
We are at a loss for words. Cathy was a very special friend and person who will be missed by many. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Karen and Bob
Roger Roy
September 27, 2025
My condolences to the family, I know nothing said can ease the pain of your lost but know you have family and friends to fall back on. Roger Roy
Kathy and Dennis Martin
September 26, 2025
To the Madden Family, Please accept Our deepest condolences and sympathies on your tremendous loss. Cathy had a truly beautiful spirit and soul. We will miss her tremendously. Please know our hearts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Kathy and Dennis
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