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Madonna Walter Obituary
Madonna Marie Stanton Walter, 47, daughter, sister, wife, mother, Godmother, teacher, friend and shipmate passed through the gates of heaven on Friday, December 15, 2006 in New Orleans, LA.
She was born in Evergreen Park, IL on November 26, 1959 and has been a resident of the MS Gulf Coast for the past 25 years. She was a member of Holy Family Parish Catholic Church in Pass Christian, MS. She was a Veteran having served in the U.S. Navy and had been employed at the Naval Oceanography Office for 8 years. Madonna was presently a High School Math teacher at Hancock High School and has taught in Hancock County for over 10 years. She will be sadly missed by her family and many friends who ask that you please consider being an organ donor.
She is survived by her husband of 20 years, Donald Walter of Diamondhead, MS; her two children, Christian Thomas Walter and Alyssa Marie Walter both of Diamondhead, MS; parents, Thomas M. & Helen T. Stanton of Oak Lawn, IL; her sisters & their spouses, Helen T. & Scott McCullough, Mariann & Jeff Kwiat, Eileen & Jack Maggiore, Margaret & Jeff Remlinger; her brothers & their wives, Thomas & Debra Stanton, Daniel & Tamara Stanton, Walter & Lyn Stanton, and Stephen & Darci Stanton all of the Chicago Area; her brothers-in-law & their wives, Thomas & Maryanne Walter, Richard & Kathleen Walter both of Hamilton, NJ, and William & Shirley Walter of Concord, NC. She is also survived by her lifelong friends, Mary & Judson McLeod, & their daughters, Samantha, Kelly, & Casey and her Godchildren, Sean, Casey, & Michael, and 31 nieces & nephews.
The visitation will be on Monday, December 18, 2006 from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Edmond Fahey Funeral Home in Bay St. Louis, MS. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Pass Christian, MS.
In Lieu of flowers the family prefers donations to St. Vincent dePaul School, P.O. Box 548, Pass Christian, MS 39571.
Edmond Fahey Funeral Home in Bay St. Louis, MS is in charge of the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Madonna Walter
Larry & Susan Rayner
December 27, 2006
Don,
Susan & I were distressed to hear of Madonna's passing. Although we met her only once, at the pool party about a year & one-half ago, at the home we rented in Pass Christian, we could tell how close was the relationship you two held and what a special person she was.
It is our recognition of the marrital bliss you shared, which bonds us to your loss - since we have similar, blessed bliss. Our heart goes out to you and we ache for your loss.
Remember the good times and relish the joy of the time you shared together and the lasting memories you share with your & Madonna's children.
Our Best to You,
Larry & Susan Rayner
Joy Hyzny
December 26, 2006
Dear Walter & Stanton Families, I am sorry to hear about the passing of Madonna. Although I didn’t know Madonna personally, I knew Helen & Scott through a ski club years ago. It is clear that your family is quite remarkable. Just reading through the postings, it is easy to comprehend that Madonna made a very positive impact in the life of others. That is a special gift. God Bless you all and take care!
Debbie Fierke and family
December 26, 2006
Dear Don, Christian and Alyssa:
We wish to express our deepest sympathy to all of you at this very difficult time. I have fond memories of chatting with Madonna at the swim meets and will miss her.
Jacques & Clara Christiaens
December 25, 2006
Dear Tom and Helen,
So sorry to read about the passing of your dear daughter .No parent should have to bury one of there children.we read it in the Tribune and send you both and the entire Stanton and Walton families our sincere sympathy and prayers.May God bless you and keep you close to him in this sad time.Your St- Willibrord friends from Roseland,our daughter Marlene Christiaens was in Madonna's class.
Jacques and Clara Christiaens and family.
Dawn Miele
December 21, 2006
Uncle Donny, Christian and Alyssa, I was so saddened to hear about Aunt Madonna. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Madonna will be missed. She touched so many lives. Heaven has a new angel to watch over us all. God Bless.
Bill De Oliveira
December 21, 2006
Don- Sorry to hear about Madonna. We've been out of touch for too long. When you feel up to it please contact me. I'm praying for you and your family during this period of grief.
Charles Athans
December 20, 2006
In our youth our families always got together over the Holidays,seeing our cousins was a big part of our lives. As we grew older we all took different paths in life and our family gatherings were limited.Modonna will always be a part of our Family. God Bless
Rose Rabatin
December 20, 2006
Don and children....My deepest sympathy to you and your children. Madonna is now at peace with no more suffering. God has added another angel in heaven. God Bless you all. Love, Rose and George
Paul Dammann
December 20, 2006
Don, Jackie and I are so saddened by the news of Madonna's death and Alyssa's, Christian's and your loss. We cherish the little bit of time we got to spend with her when we visited with you in Melbourne. She has found Peace in passing and Joy in His presence. May each of you find strength in the Lord and Peace in knowing that your time with her here was just a tiny taste of eternity. (Prov31:10)
Jules Craynock
December 20, 2006
Don - So sorry to hear about Madonna.
Many of us here at the Lab regard you as one of our family. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Jules
James & Andrea Seals
December 19, 2006
Don, Christen, Alissa and all the Stanton family,
We were saddened to hear of your loss. You'll be in our prayers.
Deborah Henry
December 19, 2006
Dear Don,
I was terribly sorry to hear of your loss. You and your children are in my prayers.
Deb Henry
Joseph Pugh
December 19, 2006
Don, our thoughts and prayers are with you, Christian, Alyssa and your families. If there is anything we can do please let us know.
Llewellyn Powell
December 19, 2006
Don, Christian and Alyssa,
I so enjoyed having Madonna as a patient, and haved missed her (and all of you) since my practice closed after Katrina. I was, and am, very distressed to learn of her illness and death, but have faith that she is in the best hands now.
My prayers are with you and with her.
May God comfort you as you grieve her passing from this Earth.
carol Clishem
December 18, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with Madonna's family during this very difficult time.May you find comfort in knowing how much you are in our prayers God Bless you all.
Cindy, Shawn, Alexis & Mercedes Bass
December 18, 2006
Don,Christian, Alyssa and ALL the Tom's:
Our hearts go out to you. May you find comfort in family and friends through Christ.
Love,
Debbie, Tom, and Thomas Donaldson
December 18, 2006
Dear ones....how our heart breaks for you. It was obvious to all that she cherished her roles as wife and mother. Madonna was such a fun-loving, spunky lady! We always enjoyed being around her. She was also unique in that she made Math fun! She has touched many lives in many ways. Big hugs to all,
Susan Sellers
December 18, 2006
Don,
My deepest sympathy for you and your children and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless you,
Susie Sellers
Brenda Keith
December 18, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Madonna was one of Ryan's favorite teachers. She left an imprint on him that he'll carry forever. We'll keep you in our prayers.
Gary Bennett
December 18, 2006
Don sorry for your loss if you need anything let your stennis family know
Armand Beede
December 18, 2006
Dear Don: A blessing is that your children have a wonderful, gentle dad. You will be a comfort to your dear children. The warmth and love of your children will be everything. You are one of the kinder men I know. I join others in their faith that dear Madonna is with our Lord. But as a husband and a father, I appreciate deeply what it is to love one's wife and children. God bless you. You and your children will be in my daily thoughts.
Mickey Tovey
December 18, 2006
In your time of sorrow, may you be comforted by the sure knowledge that God has taken Madonna to Himself, where she will rejoice forever in His presence. May you find strength in the certainty of His love for all of you. You are constantly in my prayers
Jim Wilkinson
December 18, 2006
Dear Don, Alyssa and Christian: You are in my prayers, and I know that Madonna is asking the Lord to comfort you in this time of loss. May He grant you strength, understanding, hope and peace. God bless you all.
Gail Romero
December 18, 2006
Don;
You and the entire Walter-Stanton Family are in my thoughts. I join you in heavy saddness and wish for you happier days, in time.
Sincere regards, Gail Romero
Mark Hulbert
December 18, 2006
Don, Connie and I send our deepest sympathy to you and the kids. Our thoughts are with you in this trying time and if you ever need anything please call.
Bill Cronin
December 18, 2006
Don,
Madonna is at the top of the BEST category... Waaayy to soon my friend.
You and the kids have my heartfelt sympathy and condolences, God bless you
Bill
Marge Zilinsky
December 18, 2006
Our prayers are with you all. God's blessings on you.
John Adams
December 18, 2006
Don,
I'm so sorry to hear this news. I will be praying for you and your children.
Frank Lillig
December 18, 2006
In God's economy no prayer is wasted. Perhaps it is used differently than we intended. We continue our payers for Madonna's family: for Don, Christian and Alyssa; for mom and dad Stanton; for the Maggiore family and all Madonna'a family.
Christ the King Parish
Jim, Tina, Kate and the girls Balentine
December 18, 2006
Don, Christian, and Alyssa--We are so very sorry for what has happened. No words can ever express what you are feeling or what we who knew and loved her are feeling. We are here for you and will see you tonight at the visitation. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our son died the day before she did twenty-one years ago, so we know how hard this is. Our love is with you
Fred Newman
December 18, 2006
Don,
I'm so sorry to learn of Madonna's passing! Rick Allard sent word this morning. Although I know that you know she is very safe with Jesus, you have lost a priceless treasure. I grieve with you and your children, my friend, and pray for God's comfort and strength and healing day by day for you and Christian and Alyssa and all who are stricken by this terrible loss.
Carolynn Hardesty
December 18, 2006
Dear Walter Family,
Our hearts and prayers are with you each and everyday. May peace be with you all.
Sincerely,
Michael, Carolynn, Jason, Nicole
Hardesty
Brother Charles Schilling
December 17, 2006
Dear Don, Alyssa, and Christian,
Please know that you are all in our prayers at this time of sadness. I was so happy that Madonna was able to be present with all of you to see Alyssa swim at the State Meet. Even in her weakened condition, it was important for Madonna to be there for her kids, no matter the sacrifice. My deepest sympathies.
Noreen Campbell
December 17, 2006
Don, Christian and Alyssa, Aunt Helen and Uncle Tom,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I am praying for all of you as you try to get through the next days, months and years. Only time and good memories will help.
Take care,
Noreen (Walsh)
Dennis Walsh
December 17, 2006
Tom, Helen and the Stanton and Walter families, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We hadn't seen Madonna much in the last few years. But we are sure she was a credit to the family and loved by all and, like the rest of the Tom Stanton family a great Catholic Christian.
Dennis, Mary Ann and Annie Walsh.
Mary Kay; Nowicki
December 17, 2006
Don, Christen, Alissa and all the Stanton family,
Our hearts are saddened with the death of Modanna. She fought a hard battle and is now at peace. All of the Waslh family has had your family in our prayers.
Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. May your memories always keep Madonna alive in your hearts.
Our love to all of you,
Cousin Mary Kay Nowicki
Jack Kofoed
December 17, 2006
Don;
Doug Lambert told me of you loss and I wanted to pass along our sympathy and prayers.
Jack kofoed
Phil,Linda, Lacey,Kara and Michael Raymond
December 17, 2006
Don,Christian and Alyssa,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Madonna will be missed by all. We will always remember the good old SURF carpool days. Waiting forever on the girls to come out of that shower and get packed in the car. Accept our sincere sympathy.
Jennifer Aguillard
December 17, 2006
Dear Alyssa and Don (and of course christian, although we haven't had the pleasure of meeting you yet.) We are so saddened by the passing of your mother. She was a real friend to me (jennifer) and I know that she is in heaven enjoying a full happy life there. I will miss her. I know this is hard for you all. Please don't hesitate to ask if there is anything you need. Love, the Aguillards: Drake, Jennifer, Francis Drake, and April
Kenny, Marian and Jennifer Torgeson
December 17, 2006
Don, Christian, and Alyssa, we are so sorry for your loss. We all thought very highly of Madonna and know she touched many peoples lives. I hope that God will comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Kay Palombo
December 17, 2006
Dear Walter Family:
My prayers and sincere wishes are with you as you let Madonna go. Know that her spirit leaves on in and with you. She touched the lives of so many children that she touches the future. God be with you.
Kay Lovelace Palombo and Amanda Lovelace
Joe Smithson
December 17, 2006
I'd just like to say how sorry we were to hear about Madonna. Joe worked with her many years ago at NAVOCEANO and she was a great help to him when he needed it.You will be in our thoughts and prayers. The Smithson's.
Joe and Kathleen
Jane Covington
December 17, 2006
My prayers are with you Alyssa and Christian and your dad. Your mother was a role model for what every young women should hope to be one day both as a mother and as a Christian. The love she always showed to me has left a permanent mark on my heart. Love you both-
"Psalm 139"
Jim, Astride, Laura and Jacques Klick
December 17, 2006
Dear Don, Allyssa and Christian,
We are deeply saddened about the passing of your Wife and Mom, we know how very much she will be missed by all. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Sister Teresa McNamara
December 17, 2006
Donna, Christian and Alyssa,
My prayers are for you and my thoughts with you at this very sad time. I was stunned when I read about Madonna today. She was a very special lady.
May God comfort you in your many moments of lonliness.
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