Contributions to the tribute of Madeline C. Hawes

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Tuesday, June 4, 2024

To my 2nd Mother... Aunt Madeline treated me like a daughter my entire life...I lived w/ Aunt Madeline and Uncle Bill for 6yrs when I got a job near their home, immediately after college. They refused to let me rent a place or pay rent...their generosity knew no bounds! She wouldn't let me even buy milk!! I'd bring Milk home and she'd leave $10 on my bed...refusing to take it back! She and Uncle Bill helped pay for my wedding- w/o me asking- they did it before I knew it! Aunt Madeline was there for me until the end- with love, support, advice and most importantly unconditional LOVE. So grateful to the Lord that He blessed me with such an amazing Aunt. I did not deserve Aunt Madeline- who does? She was a living angel on earth!! She touched so many lives. I'm so grateful that she LIVED every single day of 95yrs. Aunt Madeline was physically and mentally stronger than most 40-50yr olds I know...including me- until the very last moment of her life. I know she's with her beloved Bill, my Nonne, My Dad and her best friend Aunt Inez... thank you Jesus that it was quick. I will always find the positive in any tragedy- my Aunt Madeline taught me that. I miss you and cannot look forward to when we're together again. I love you, Aunt Madeline

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