On October 30, 2024 William J. (Bill) Madden, age 94 passed away at the VA community Living Center in Miles City, MT.
Bill was born on January 12, 1930 in Hot Springs, SD to Maurice and Mabel Crinklaw Madden. Bill was one of nine children born to Maurice and Mabel.
Bill attended school in Terry, MT, graduating with the class of 1949. While attending school, Bill participated in football, basketball, and baseball. Bill spent his formative years working on his aunt Janet and uncle Bob Ormesher ranch during the summers near Ridge, MT. He said it is where he learned to work hard and developed a love of ranching.
Bill was drafted into the US Army in 1951 and served Korea. Bill was a proud Veteran and considered it one of his greatest accomplishments. Bill was honorably discharged in 1953. Bill married Joanne Carlson, they later divorced. They had three daughters, Kay, Kristie, and Paula.
Bill enjoyed swimming, golfing, hunting, fly fishing, and photography throughout his life. Reminiscing about family and friends from his life brought Bill a great deal of joy. Bill liked to tell of his short-lived experiences of piloting his own plane, and bareback riding among other things. Bill had an infectious smile and a quick sense of humor. His one liners will be remembered for a long time.
Bill is survived by his daughters, Kay (Tom) Pisk of Terry, MT, Kristie (Kurt) Ratz of MT/AZ, Paula Madden; four grandchildren, Sarah (David) Pisk Reuss of Denver, CO, Taylor Pisk of Bozeman, MT, Trevor (Taylor G) Pisk of Bozeman, MT, Meliena Ratz of Chandler, AZ; two great grandchildren, Alice and Henry Reuss of Denver, CO; brother Francis (Bonnie) Madden of Spearfish, SD and Arizona, and Sandra Madden of Albuquerque, New Mexico, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Maurice (Monica) Madden, Byron Madden; sisters, Janet (Bud) Hickey, Wanda (Roger) Dana, Norma (John) Addison, and Cecelia (Jack) Sweeny.
The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Trotsky and the entire staff at the VA Community Care Living Century for the incredible care and compassion they showed Dad. We will never forget what they did to make Dad comfortable.
Cremation has taken place, a private family graveside will be held at a later date.
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Cremation has taken place, A private family graveside will be held at a later date.
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Cremation has taken place, A private family graveside will be held at a later date.
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Ashley Hubbell says
Kay and Family, Bill will be very missed. The twinkle in his eye and the smirk he often had will always bring a smile to my face. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Betty H Sampsel says
Sorry about your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you all. Betty
Jane Giacometto Thompson says
Dear Kay and family,
I remember your Dad and Mom from our Belle Creek days. Do you remember babysitting and cooking for me sometimes when my boy’s were young Kay? I did not know where you were now. So sorry for your loss. I do remember your Dad was a hard worker.
Gene and Sue Cranford says
Dear Kay, Kristie, Paula, and familys,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your father. We send our heartfelt sympathy to you all. Hugs and prayers to you.
Louise de Montigny says
My heartfelt sympathies to the Madden sisters and their families for this loss. May you all be gifted with these long-lived genetics and many happy memories.
Lynn Anderson says
Kay and family,
I was saddened to learn of your father’s passing. Hold on to all the special memories. Sending you my sincere condolences during this difficult time.
Wayne & Serena Wetherelt Jr says
Kay and family: my thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the loss of your Dad. May you find comfort in the memories you share.
Nancy Conlin says
To the Madden girls, I knew your father many, many years ago. He came into the place I was working at almost every day. He talked about you girls quite often. He truly loved you all…Bill had a mustache back then and was very proud of it. He was a good friend. Always be there for each other and always remember the good times. Your Dad is in a better place now.
Paula Coate says
Thinking of all of you! I remember Bill fondly from Friendship Villa. What a wonderful man with so many great stories. Take care!
Tia Aye-Schell says
Kay and family- It was an honor to be able to care for Bill! I will miss his laugh and that smile of his! You and yours are in my thoughts during this heartfelt time.
Jannell says
Love you Kay….you have your dad’s smile that brightens up a room. He’s been part of my life for awhile now and he’ll be missed. You’ll be missed, don’t forget to drop in once in awhile !!. Bill has an amazing daughter in you. Thank YOU for always being there and caring for him. We appreciate you!! Bill is resting, now you rest. Love you always !!
Barb Hinnaland says
Kay, Kristie, Paula and families,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your dad. You are each in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Twila Pilcher says
Kay, Kristie, Paula and families,
I’m so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you during these hard days.
Twila Morris Pilcher