Madelyn Warren

Madelyn A. Warren, age 95, of rural Maple Rapids, went home to be with her precious Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 from Masonic Pathways in Alma, Michigan. She was born February 1, 1914 to Herman and Alma (Roberts) Smith in Lebanon Township, Clinton County, Michigan.
Madelyn married F. D. Warren, Sr. on January 13, 1931 and had lived in the Maple Rapids area all her life. She loved working with her husband on their farm, was a wonderful mother, a beautiful seamstress, enjoyed playing the piano and cards, dancing, crocheting and gardening. Her home always had flowers blossoming in nearly every room. As a young lady she sang solos at many local gatherings including the Maple Rapids Congregational Christian Church where she was a member. Madelyn was one of the founding members of the Maple Rapids Amica Club. After retiring, Madelyn and F.D. spent many enjoyable winters in Florida.
Madelyn in survived by her two daughters, Nancy (Don) Allen, and Cathy (Bruce) Boughner, and daughter-in-law, Lois Warren all of rural Maple Rapids, nine grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren, brother-in-law Glynn Warren of Lansing, and sister-in-law, Mary Jane Warren of Marshall. She will be greatly missed by all of them.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband of 58 years, F.D., her son F.D. "Bud" Warren, Jr., granddaughter, Karen Elaine Warren, and sisters, Maxine Floate and Mable Chapman.
As per her wishes, Madelyn was cremated. There will be a memorial graveside service at the Sowle Cemetery at a later date.
Sympathies may be expressed in the form of memorial contributions to Masonic Pathways, Alma, Michigan. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes St. Johns Chapel St. Johns, Michigan.

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