Thomas J. Madden, 53, died suddenly Thursday evening, February 14th, 2008 in a fire at his home along with his beloved pets "Maggie" and "Mozart".
Born in Methuen, MA, Thomas was the son of Robert J. Madden of Arvada, Colorado and the late Mary Jane Higginbottom (Thomas) of Lawrence. He is also pre-deceased by his beloved grandmother, Mary L. Thomas of Lawrence, MA.
Educated in Lawrence, he was a 1972 Central Catholic High School graduate. He was formerly employed as a CNA for The Greenery Extended Healthcare, in North Andover, MA, where he was awarded "Employee of the Year". His natural charm and warm compassionate ways for others endeared many a heart. He was also employed as a supervisor at Borders in Methuen, where he shared his love of books with his family and friends.
Tom, a beloved father and grandfather, enjoyed spending time with his children and grandson. He passed on to them his great love for fishing and the outdoors. He enjoyed long walks on the beach and had spent his boyhood summers at Hampton Beach, NH. Tom loved to play his favorite numbers in the Massachusetts lottery games, where he was often quite lucky. "Mr. Tom", as he was affectionately known by the neiborhood children, was an avid follower of the Redsox and the Patriots.
Tom is survived by his longtime loving companion, Patricia LaPierre of Lawrence; one daughter, Mary Catherine Madden (affectionately known as "Katie") and grandson, Austin Chapman, of Groveland, MA; one son and namesake, Thomas A. Madden of Lawrence; former wife and friend, Mary L. Welch (Belanger) of Lawrence; as well as several cousins.
A funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 20th, 2008 at 10:00AM in Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, St. Augustine Chapel, 128 Ames Street, Lawrence, MA. a burial will follow in the Bellevue Cemtery, Lawrence, MA.
Friends may call on Tuesday, February 19th, 2008 from 4:00PM to 8:00PM at the John Breen Memorial Funeral Home Inc. 122 Amesbury Street, Lawrence, MA. 01841. For more information or to send online condolences go to: www.breenfuneralhome.com