David Maddern

1949 - 2025

David Maddern
March 12, 1949 - January 18, 2025
David Dwight Maddern, born on March 12, 1949, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2025, at Masonicare in Wallingford, after a full week with family continuously by his side.
He was the beloved son of Elizabeth "Betty" (Mary / Fred Winch) and Norman (Irma / Norman) Maddern. David grew up the eldest of four brothers in the West Shore neighborhood of West Haven, Connecticut, and graduated from West Haven High School before attending Southern Connecticut State University.
David leaves behind his beloved wife Patricia Maddern - his life partner of 47 years and, as he declined, his loving caretaker. David was a devoted father and best friend to his daughter Alison Maddern (Frank Mottola) and his stepdaughters Cory DeLise (Scott) and Kathleen Walsh, who was by his side when he passed. He also leaves his cherished granddaughter, Sage Walsh Urban, with whom he shared a special bond. David is survived by his brothers Michael (Maureen), Phillip (Lisa), and Jason (Nancy) Maddern, as well as over 20 nieces and nephews.
The Maddern brothers lost their father as young boys. As the eldest son, and with deep love for his family, David found in himself the profound strength needed to assume the role of patriarch, despite being just a teenager. Throughout his life, his three younger brothers continued to express their gratitude for his loving care.
David dedicated his entire career to Yale New Haven Hospital, beginning as a high school student in 1967 and retiring in 2015 after nearly five decades of service. His commitment and contributions to his work left a lasting impact on all those with whom he worked.
David always made the best-dressed list whether at work or at a family gathering, which was a great source of enjoyment and pride for him. He was a man who found joy in life's simple things: yardwork; caring for his dogs; bird watching; doing household chores and tackling odd jobs throughout the home; long outdoor walks; and, most of all, spending time with his family. He was well known for his dry sense of humor; his famous one-liners: "just go with it," or "it's fine;" his love of tracking the weather; and a disdain for condiments, mayonnaise in particular - all of which were sources of endless ribbing since childhood.
In addition to his professional life, David served in the United States National Guard from 1967 to 1973, achieving the distinction of sharpshooter. He carried this sense of discipline and dedication into all aspects of his life and was proud to have volunteered to serve his country.
David had a lifelong love for dogs and was especially fond of his companions over the years: Guzzy, Nelly, Abby, and Fred. He will be remembered for his dedication to family and work, and for the joy he brought to all those who knew him.
According to his wishes, David's family will be honoring him and his legacy with a celebration of life party for family and friends. Details to follow. In lieu of flowers and other gifts, donations can be made in his name to The Alzheimer's Foundation of America at https://alzfdn.org/donate/.