With deep love and sadness our family shares that the memorial services for Wanda Dell Madden, age 75 of Ruston, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, October 3, 2025 at Owens Memorial Chapel with Rev. Paul Watts officiating. There will be a private family burial in Simsboro City Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston, LA.
Wanda was born May 10, 1950 in Mansfield, LA and passed away on September, 28, 2025 in Ruston, LA. Wanda lived a life full of love, laughter, and devotion for her family. She touched the lives of everyone that knew her with her kind heart, sense of humor, love of nature, and dedication to work and family. Wanda never met a stranger, loved to cook for people, and would get so excited fishing she would hit us in the face with the fish. She would treat her family and friends by taking them on trips, showing her love and devotion, and leaving us with fond memories that we will carry with us always.
Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, John William Madden, Sr.; youngest son, James Mathew Madden; and her brother, Bill Loftin. She will be remembered by her two sons, John William Madden, Jr. and partner Jennifer Thomas Campbell and Mark Wayne Madden and fiancé Andriane Garcia Gonzalez; grandchildren, Vivian Rae Madden and Bryar Jackson Madden; Andriane’s children, Nissy Nova and Emma Nova; and a host of other family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly ask that donations be made to Owens Memorial Chapel to help offset funeral expenses.
Although we will miss Wanda beyond words, we take comfort in knowing her love will remain with us always. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM, Friday, at Owens Memorial Chapel.
