Ivy P. (Gertrude) Madison

1937 - 2018

Ivy P. (Gertrude) Madison obituary, 1937-2018, Richmond, VA

BORN

1937

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Nelsen Funeral Home - Richmond

4650 South Laburnum Avenue

Richmond, Virginia

Ivy Madison Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 8, 2018.

Ivy P. (Gertrude) Madison, 80 passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, January 5, 2018. Ivy was born September 28, 1937 in Richmond, Virginia and spent the majority of her life in her beloved Sandston. Ivy worked for C&P/Verizon Telephone for 38 years and was a member of the Pioneers of America. She was a member and Past Americanism Chairman of the American Legion Auxiliary Battlefield Post 144, the Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Battlefield Forest 170, and a Past Worthy Matron of Naomi Chapter #4 Order of the Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, James L. Madison Sr. and her brother Steve Pomfrey. She is survived by her daughter, Sherry Tomlinson and husband (Clyde); son James L. Madison Jr.; Sister, Sylvia Bareford, Grandchildren, Vann Madison (Nicky); Kaley Leonard (Chris); Logan and Ashlyn Madison; Step Granddaughter Nichole Patterson; Great Grandchildren, Liam Leonard; Maggie, Ollie and Jacob Madison; Step Great Grandchildren, Hailey, Emily and Laney Patterson; and a host of beloved Nieces and Nephews. Visitation to be held at 6 to 8 pm on January 12, 2018 at Nelsen's Funeral Home 4650 S, Laburnum Avenue Chapel, where services will be held Saturday January 13, 12pm with Interment to follow at Washington Memorial Park Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Nelsen Funeral Home Reception Center. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to MDA.

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February 7, 2018

Wilhemina Scott-Hunter

My condolences to the family. Ivy was such a special kind loving person who was a friend to everyone. To meet her was to love her. She taught me a lot. I thank God for allowing our paths to have crossed. S.I.P Ivy Madison.To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Much love to the family. (I worked with Ivy on Grace St.)

January 13, 2018

Jackie Meeks

I'm sorry to hear about Ivy. She will be missed. We had a lot of good times at work and on our town outings. She was a good friend.

January 12, 2018

Jennifer Mizelle

Sherry I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

January 12, 2018

MARY SIMONS

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January 11, 2018

Rossana Mashaal

I had the pleasure of knowing Granny. She was a wonderful, kind and loving woman. May she rest in peace and may she be an angel in Heaven! Rossana Mashaal (Los Angeles, CA)

January 11, 2018

Stephanie Beach

I have such great childhood memories that included my Aunt Gertrude. She was one of a kind. I remember all the times I spent with her. How she made everything fun. She was a great aunt and I love her very much. Prayers for my Cousin Sherry and Bubba and all of our family as we pay tribute to a wonderful woman.

January 11, 2018

Priscilla Jiggetts

Sending my condolences and prayers to you and your entire family. The picture gallery is beautiful.

January 10, 2018

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Sherry Tomlinson

I miss you so much already. You will be forever in my heart.❤ I love you. Love always, Your Daughter

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Jan

12

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Nelsen Funeral Home - Richmond

4650 South Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23231

Jan

13

Memorial Gathering

Nelsen Funeral Home Reception Center

VA

Jan

13

Service

12:00 p.m.

Nelsen Funeral Home - Richmond

4650 South Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23231

Jan

13

Interment

Washington Memorial Park Cemetery

VA

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4650 South Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23231

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