Obituary of Douglas J. Madison

MADISON, Douglas J. Age 57 of Horseheads passed away unexpectedly on Tues Dec. 13, 2011. Doug was born in Elmira NY on July 9, 1954 to Walter and Elizabeth (Drake) Madison; He was also predeceased by his mother, Elizabeth in 1994; Doug is survived by his loving wife, Patricia (Healy) Madison; Daughters and son Sarah (Brett) Powell of Ithaca, NY, Doug (Ashleigh Sheets) Madison of Horseheads, NY, Amy (Bryan) Perry of Grand Island, NY; His father, Walter Madison of Horseheads, NY; Brothers and sisters, Walter Dean Madison, Larry Madison, Alan (Deborah) Madison, Diane Madison all of Horseheads, NY, Audrey (Paul) Wills of Elmira, NY and many nieces, nephews, co-workers and friends. Doug was member of Southern Light Lodge #725 F. & A.M.in Breesport, NY. He was also Past Master there in 1986. He was currently employed with the Eaton Corp and previously worked for Hardinge Inc. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and was a devoted NY Yankee fan. Along with being a baseball fan, Doug was also involved as a Little League Coach for several years. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Horseheads on Fri. Dec. 16, 2011 from 2-4:00 and 6-8:00 pm. A Liturgy of Christian Burial with be celebrated in St. Mary Our Church 816 W. Broad St. Horseheads on Sat. Dec. 17, 2011 at 10:00 am with the Rev. Christopher E. Linsler, Celebrant His burial service will also follow in St. Mary Our Mother Cemetery. Notice: Officers and members of Breesport Southern Light Lodge # 725 F. & A.M. will gather at the Barber Funeral Home on Friday evening at 7:45pm to conduct a memorial service for their departed brother. Condolences and remembrances may be left and viewed at www.barberfuneralhome.com