Madelyn Margaret Jackson 1991 ~ 2010
Maddy, our daughter and sister, died August 25 at Primary Children's Hospital.Born on October 28th, 1991, Maddy brought joy and light to her mom, dad, and three brothers, and to many others whose lives she touched. The family wishes to express gratitude to those who cared for and nurtured Maddy over the years - her teachers and intervener Chris at East High School, medical staff at Shriner's and Primary Childrens Hospitals, her caregivers and sitters, her friends and relatives. From a very young age, despite her seeming fragility, Maddy had a fighting spirit and zest for experiences. Whether it was amusement park rides, a bumpy ski slope, swimming in Hawaii or loud funky music, Maddy loved life and showed it. She would smile so hard you could see it from the back, and would laugh and click when she was happy, which was often. She was especially happy sitting with her mom around the breakfast table on weekend mornings, or dancing with her dad late into the night. And she loved a party. Especially birthday parties, so much so that every family birthday party somehow turned into hers -- and that was just fine. A celebratory service will be held today, August 27th, at 4:00 p.m., at the All Saint's Episcopal Church (1710 S. Foothill Blvd). In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to either the Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Foundation (www.cdlsusa.org) or Shriners Hospital (www.shrinershq.org). When Maddy was born, her mom and dad cried, not really knowing why. Now we cry again, but knowing all too well. We love you Maddy.