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Michael Scott Madsen

Michael Madsen Obituary

Michael Scott Madsen of Willow Creek, California passed away on October 28, 2014 after a courageous 5½year battle with cancer. Mike was born in Fortuna, California in 1958 to Neil and Janice Madsen. He attended elementary and high school in Fortuna, graduating from Fortuna High in 1976. After graduation, Mike enjoyed working for his father's business Sulphur Creek Logging for many years. Mike's last job in the logging industry was for Stanwood "Woody" Murphy at Humboldt Bay Forest Products. Mike then moved on, completely changing careers by becoming a dispatcher for the U.S. Forest Service and then a 911 dispatcher with CalFire in Fortuna. He was a proud member of the Willow Creek Volunteer Fire Department for almost 30 years, serving as chief for 10 years. Mike is survived by his wife of 33 years Anne Madsen; daughter and son-in-law Laura and Tom Castagnetto of McKinleyville; daughter Caitlin Madsen of Salyer; grandsons Emmett Foster, Marshall and Waylon Castagnetto; uncles Leland (Pat) Madsen, Gary (Karen) Madsen, Melvin (Marilyn) Madsen, Dennis (Mary) Oman; aunt Arlis (Dale) Thomas; numerous and loving cousins. Mike was preceded in death by his parents Neil and Janice Madsen. An informal celebration of Mike's life will be held at Trinity Valley School, Hwy. 96 in Willow Creek, on Saturday, November 8th from 1pm to 3p.m. Please bring a potluck dish and any stories you have about Mike. Donations can be made in lieu of flowers to Willow Creek Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 51, Willow Creek, California. 95573. Please sign the guestbook at www.times-standard.com and click on obits.

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Published by Times-Standard from Nov. 7 to Nov. 9, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Madsen

19 Entries

Kathy Hodnett

November 2, 2015

Fond memories - will last forever in my heart!

Kathy Hodnett

November 12, 2014

Ann, Laura and Caitlin, my heart goes out to you for such a loss. I loved getting to know him and working with him; what a wonderful man. He was so very proud of you all.

Larry Wood

November 11, 2014

Ann, Laura and Caitlin, I am truly sorry for your loss. Mike was a good man and a great co-worker here in the command center. I will miss his humor and wit. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.

Debbie Mace

November 11, 2014

So sorry to hear of Mikes passing. I had the pleasure of knowing him when he worked as a dispatcher for the Forest Service. He was a wonderful person. Ann sorry for your loss you and your family are in my prayers.

Frank Hizer

November 10, 2014

I was blessed to be good friends of Neil & Janice and watch Mike grow up. Thru his sports to being a Fire Chief. God Bless you Mike you done em Proud!

November 10, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jason and Adele Henderson

Steven Smith

November 9, 2014

I'm very sorry, to hear that Mike passed away. I grew up in the same neighborhood, with Mike as kids. A mutual friend had told me, that he had been ill for quite some time.His wife and family are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest now in peace my friend. Steve Smith

Dana Bottemiller

November 9, 2014

You will be missed Mike

November 9, 2014

Mike you were a great man, loved by many. I know that you are in a place now where there is no more suffering, some call it a better place. I know your family will all see you again but until then, you will be missed. My deep condolences to Ann, Laura, Caitlin and all family of Mike.

Pam & Ben Coffey

November 8, 2014

Although I didn't know Mike, I do know Laura, and know how much the sun rose and set in her wonderful dad. We offer our heartfelt condolences to the Madsen family in this time of terrible loss. Our hearts are with you, and our prayers go out to offer you love, and comfort, and the knowledge that Mike is with you in spirit always, and he is free of all pain, worry and suffering...he is in God's embrace.

Veronica Medina

November 8, 2014

Caitlin, Laura, Ann & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Never forget what a great man he was...and always will be. Keep him in your hearts. All our love, Veronica & The Boys

Sherece Hanger

November 8, 2014

Mike was a wonderful person and will be missed by all .... God Bless...

Heather & Justin Hertz

November 8, 2014

Sending our best wishes to the Madsen Family. Mike may have lost the battle to cancer, but he will always be a hero. Much love.

Jenn Domijan

November 8, 2014

Mike was an amazing attribute to our community! I know he will be dearly missed by us and his loving family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

November 8, 2014

Our thoughts are with you, so sorry for your loss.
Sheri & Rob Wild

Val and Nancy Lane

November 7, 2014

We all must take comfort in knowing that Mike is no longer suffering. He will be missed by all.

Debbie Viall

November 7, 2014

Ann, Laura and Caitlin, I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Kelly Duran Brownell

November 7, 2014

Mike was a great guy. Although I hadn't seen him in a very long time, we went to school together and I fondly remember the fun times we had back in 8th grade with Hot Wheels races during class - guess you had to be there to appreciate those goofy times. Mike was a good friend. My prayers go out to his family and all who loved him.

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