Madeline “Maddy” Redmond

My sincerest sympathy to Maddy's entire family. She was remarkably 'one of a kind' in her love of life, family, friends and religion. We had the most wonderful conversations covering many topics....one truly felt welcomed into her world. It was an honour to know and call her a friend!!! Thank you Dear Maddy!!!

These past few days have been tough, knowing that I'll never see aunt Maddy again, at least not here on earth. Through it all though I'm comforted by a lifetime full of vivid loving memories that I'll cherish forever. Some of my fondest memories go back to when my brother Josh and I would spend weekends with aunt Maddy and uncle Roger: Playing card games, watching movies cuddled up by the fire, helping with the veggie garden, finding Maggie the cat when she'd returned from hunting mice, swimming in Peanut lake with their pet duck. We loved feeding the birds and watching them from the kitchen while aunt Maddy and uncle Roger would make fresh bread to go with a hardy dinner.

Aunt Madeline always made us feel so special and loved. She was also a tough woman and good luck to you if you ever crossed her. She would dole out swift discipline to me and Josh whenever we got carried away, as young boys do. Many adventures experienced and life lessons learned on those unforgettable weekends with aunt Madeline and uncle Roger. ❤️

I was so delighted to have her celebrating with my wife Kristina and I at our wedding in 2012. Despite uncle Roger's rapidly declining health at the time they made sure to be there with us on our big day. For that I am forever grateful.

Aunt Madeline has always been there for me, from helping me with my high school French homework to praying for me and offering advice during my rebellious teenage years. Even as I navigated through tough times recently she'd never hesitate to pick up the phone and express her love for me and say exactly what I needed to hear. I thank God for blessing me with this incredible woman in my life and for enriching all of the lives of those who had the honor of knowing her.

You lived a beautiful and full life aunt Madeline and you've left your mark on all of us. You'll live on in our hearts and we will all cherish the memories you've given us.

Rest in peace Aunt Madeline
Until we meet again xoxo


Daniel Cresswell

J'ai peine à croire que Tante Madeline n'est plus des nôtres. J'ai croisé peu de gens dans ma vie avec une telle authenticité. Chaque fois que je raccrochais le téléphone après une conversation avec elle, je sentais que tout était bien; tout était parfait. Elle a toujours eu un effet très apaisant et rassurant sur moi, et sans doute pour d'autres aussi.

Tante Madeline, what an honour and priviledge to share the name of such a fine human being. I will do my very best to live up to it; if I can be only half of what you were, it would already be an enormous accomplishment.

Love you forever.

I have known Maddy for over 20 years; she was one of the few big hearts that received me and my family when I first came here to Canada.
I will always remember those beautiful days with Maddy and Roger at their farm and when she used to be present in many of our family occasions and birthdays.
Maddy was a true friend, I don’t remember seeing Maddy without a smile on her face; she will be greatly missed.
Please accept my deepest condolences.

Aunt Maddy was an incredible woman. She was such a strong woman and fascinating too. She is one of the reasons I wanted to become a teacher. I remember being a child over at her place for lunch one day looking out of the apartment window high up in the sky. She told me about being a teacher as one always stays in touch with the next generation and how amazing it is to be bilingual as one has more ways to experience the world and other people. She truly sparked my interests in how I see many things now.
Later in life she was always a gracious host to my brother and I as we would play in her basement and go for hikes with uncle Roger in the woods. Memories of swimming in peanut lake, playing with Maggie the cat, fires and wonderful conversations as we got to play her card game „oh shit!“ (and we were allowed to use that curse word only then) will forever be with me and shaped our lives in so many ways.
I could write an essay about my Aunt Maddy and how much she meant, but I am just happy to share these few things here. I loved her so much and will always cherish the time we got to spend together.
Rest in peace dear Maddy you will be missed.

I must write the story that Maddy reminded me of every time I came to see her in her later years (the last time was October of this year).
I was the stowaway. I was 9 years old and I loved my Aunt Maddy. She had come over to our residence of chaos in Bramalea, my family was a fractured mess and Maddy was one anchor of stability in my life. I'm sure she was coming to check up on us to make sure we were still okay.
Well while she was saying good bye I snuck out and got into the back seat of her car hiding behind the the front seats, I was a pretty small kid, oh yeah I still am small. Well she got into the car and started driving all the way back to her apartment in Port Credit Ontario. I stayed quiet until I figured we were far enough that she couldn't turn back anymore. I must of scared her half to death, but she just laughed and said something like "you little stinker".
Well back at her apartment she proceeded to make the best of it and she made some dinner and then she picked out a movie we could watch. She proceeded to make some popcorn for us, I mean this was being treated like royalty for me. As I sat on the couch relaxing and she brought me a glass of juice I uttered the line she always quoted to me.
"Maddie you sure know how to treat a man."
I thank God often for her and for what she did for our family, she was some stability in an ocean of uncertainty at that time. She has left us lots of wonderful memories. She will missed but I know she is in a far better place now.

Kevin Redmond

I was saddened to learn of Maddy's passing and extend my thoughts and prayers to her family and friends during this difficult time.
She was a warm and caring friend and neighbour, and will be greatly missed by those whose lives she touched. Hugs and kisses Maddy.
Jill

We were deeply saddened by the news of Maddy's passing. Please accept our condolences. We hope our prayers help guide her soul to Heaven and comfort her family.

Maddy was so very kind and caring and giving. We will miss her very much. Good Bless her love and her life. She was a wonderful Grandmother and all the wonderful stories will be remembered with deep respect and love.
Candace and Jason

We have happy memories of Maddy. She enjoyed life on the farm in West Luther until her second husband died. She moved to Mount Forest at that time. Backing up a bit, we remember when attending the Proton Catholic Church, she would have a pot of coffee on and cookies, mostly for the children who she loved dearly. It was great to have fellowship with the folks attending Mass.
When I talked to her after she moved to Mount Forest, she expressed her happiness to be here. Our Sincere Sympathy to her loved ones. May her soul rest in Peace. Bob and Mary McIntee

I want to convey my sincere condolences to family during this difficult time. 🌹

My deepest sympathy Andrew, Michael and to the many people who held Madeline close to their hearts. Madeline told me more than once that she had 3 wonderful lives: with her parents and siblings in Seven Islands, with the Holy Cross Community, and with her lives with Jim and Roger. She would say "I have been so blest and am so grateful." I will miss our phone calls filled with memories and laughter. Madeline was truly a uniquely gifted woman, generous, kind, dedicated and full of good humour.”

I have fond memories of my aunt Maddy,so many from my childhood but the stand out for me and my brother Kevin I'm sure is when she took us to the drive-in to watch Blazing saddles. We laughed so hard and she laughed harder at us laughing. Looking back I can see the joy she took in our happiness. Wish I lived close but always felt close. Love and will miss Maddy.