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Earnest Eugene Madden
March 6, 1940 - February 13, 2017

Earnest Eugene Madden, departed this life under the care of hospice on February 13, 2017 at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born March 6, 1940 in Marked Tree, Arkansas to the late Charlie Edward Madden and Hazel Juanita Madden. He married his childhood sweetheart Goldie Lorraine May Madden September 26, 1959. The marriage license said Goldie, but Earnest only knew her as honey and never called her anything else. They were blessed with four children, Terry Eugene (deceased), Goldie Renee (deceased), Sherry Leaned Baker-Barrineau of Henryville, Indiana, and Rhonda Charlotte Miles of Jonesboro, Arkansas. His family consists of five grandchildren, Libby, Harley, Hollye, David and Tyler and three great-grandchildren, Austin, Landan and Jase. Earnest is survived by his wife, Goldie Lorraine May Madden; his sister, Barbara Ann Lairson; and his brother, John Doyle Madden. He has an extensive network of family and friends. Earnest is best remembered as someone that always put the needs of his family ahead of his own. He was a hard worker that didn

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  1. Tyler , Pocahontas ar says
    March 5, 2023

    I’m missing you still everyday I love you papa forever and always

  2. TL , says
    February 17, 2017

    I am so sorry for your loss. John 11:20-27

  3. Elizabeth Barrineau, salters, s.c. says
    February 16, 2017

    Our condolences to your family. Sherry often told us about her wonderful, strong father. He will be missed but his legacy lives on through his beautiful daughter and her amazing sons.

  4. Tammy and Bob Groendyke, Tega Cay, South Carolina says
    February 15, 2017

    Whenever I would call to check in with Aunt Goldie and Uncle Earnest would answer the phone he would always take time to chat with me . He would ask if I'm alright and how are things and I would ask the same of him , then he would say I love you and I would tell him that I love him and here's a great big hug !!! Then he would go get Aunt Goldie. He could have just laid the phone down but he never did . He was so kind and caring and had such a nice voice. I will truly miss his voice and him !!! Please whoever reads this will you give Aunt Goldie a great big hug and tell her it's from me , you see she has always been my idol and it breaks my heart that she has to go through this . I'm so thankful that she has so many people that love her and will help her each and every day . Sherry and Rhonda I love you so very much !!!' I know just how much it hurts , May peace be with you knowing your Daddy is with God . Even though I'm not there with you my thoughts ,love and prayers are with you . Hugs and kisses Tammy

  5. Charles Onstead, Jonesboro, Ar says
    February 15, 2017

    So very Sorry for Your Loss, May God Bless and Comfort You at This Time.Charles and Ernestine Onstead

  6. Bill Ladd, Sulphur Springs, Tx 75482 says
    February 15, 2017

    Holly,God be with you and your family during this time of sorrow and grief! Psalms 30:5

  7. Lynne Lowry, Louisville, KY says
    February 15, 2017

    Sherry, Let your good memories hold you tight during this difficult time. We are sending our love. Lynne & Wayne Lowry

  8. Zack & Julia Zachery, Mt Washington, KY says
    February 15, 2017

    Sherry, our love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your FCCC family will always be there for you.

  9. Joshua Skeen, Cooper,Texas says
    February 14, 2017

  10. Bill Maxwell, Trumann. Ar says
    February 14, 2017

    Earnest was a good friend and I am praying for all the family May God bless!

  11. Rodney May, Elizabeth AR 72531 says
    February 14, 2017

    RIP Uncle Earnest.

  12. Mary Lee Brick Cunningham, Jonesboro, AR says
    February 14, 2017

    Dear Family, I was so sad to learn of Earnest's passing. I know your hearts are broken. He was a good man. May your precious memories of years spent with him bring you comfort. God bless all of you.

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