Judith M. Madden

Judith Mary Madden was born on April 12, 1940, in Manchester, NH. Judy passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Judy graduated from St. Anthony High School in Manchester.

Judy worked at the Manchester YWCA as a fitness instructor. Later in life, she returned to school, graduating from NH Community Technical College, earning a Health Promotions Degree and an Associate Degree in Nursing. She worked for several years as a registered nurse at Hanover Hill Health Care Center.

In her retirement, she traveled both at home and abroad. She enjoyed many happy hours fishing in her Boston Whaler. She was an avid gardener and dedicated countless hours to cultivating her beautiful sunken garden.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 65 years, Harold (Harry), her children Pamela Laflamme (Richard), Kelly St. Hilaire (Kenneth) and Kenneth Madden (Melissa) as well as her grandchildren: Stephanie Nichols, Collin Laflamme, Michael Laflamme, Lauren St Hilaire, Ryan St Hilaire, Jeffrey St Hilaire, Megan Madden, and Sean Madden and five great-grandchildren. She also leaves her brother, Dr Norman Michaud (Anna), a niece and several nephews.

Judy was preceded in death by her father Lucien Michaud, her mother Germaine (Houle) Michaud and her twin brother, who died at birth.

In keeping with Judy's wishes, there will be no calling hours. A memorial gathering will take place from 10:00am to 11:00am on Friday, February 6, 2026 at St. Peters Church, 567 Manchester Rd, Auburn, NH 03032, with the mass to follow at 11:00am. The burial service will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway Boscawen, NH 03303.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network or Elliot VNA Hospice Program.

Assisting with arrangements is Phaneuf Funeral Homes, Manchester. To view Judith's online tribute, send condolences to her family, or for more information, visit https://phaneuf.net