Charles N.  Madison "Chuck"

Frankenmuth, MI formerly of Portage, IN

Chuck Madison, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, went home with the Lord Friday, August 6, 2021 at age 84 after a brief illness. Chuck was born on July 14, 1937 in Newport News, Virginia. He was married to Phyllis Miller on July 14, 1979; she survives him. Chuck attended the University of Virginia. He owned and operated Madison Lighting Supply with his spouse for over 40 years. They enjoyed hiking in the Rocky Mountains, fly fishing, dancing, golfing, gardening, and biking with friends. Chuck was an avid supporter of Phyllis' music endeavors in SWANI and spent many years coaching golf for the Special Olympics in Valparaiso, Indiana. He was a Civil War history enthusiast and was a superb storyteller, with a gift to capture the room.

Surviving besides his wife Phyllis are two daughters Lauri (Lisa) Dlubala-Madison of Chesapeake, Virginia, and Charla (Kevin James) Madison-McKinney of Zionsville, Indiana; stepchildren Norma (David) Schmidt of Fairfield, Connecticut, and Larry (Randi) Michael of Frankenmuth, Michigan; grandchildren Aubrea (Dustin), Kimberly (Clinton), Reecy (Matt), Hatchell, Andrew, Nathan and Gabbie; and great grandchildren Jacob, Daphne, Max, Brayden, Ellie, Esther and Luna.

A private family service will take place. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Chuck's family would like to thank Wellspring Lutheran Services for their compassionate, loving care. A special thank you also goes out to Chuck's daughter-in-law Randi for her extraordinary care for Chuck. Arrangements are entrusted to Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth. Please sign our guest book or share an online condolence with the family at www.cederbergfh.com.