Richard L. Madinger Jr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Richard L. Madinger, Jr., age 65, of Marion, IL passed away at 10:01 a.m., on Monday, December 26, 2011, in Herrin Hospital of Herrin, IL after a lengthy illness. He was born on Wednesday, January 9, 1946, in Zanesville, OH the son of Richard Leroy Madinger, Sr. and Thelma J. (Richardson) Madinger. Richard answered the call of this nation in 1964, by enlisting in the United States Navy. After his period of faithful service he was honorably discharged in 1966, with the rank of Seaman Third Class. He was united in marriage to Nancy Sue Peck on January 19, 1969, in Hopewell, OH and together they have shared nearly forty-three years of marriage. His working career was with the Olin Corporation, located on the refuge west of Marion, as a tool and die machinist until his retirement. Richard’s greatest contribution to his community lies in his 55 year association with the Boy Scouts of America. He followed in his father’s footsteps by becoming an Eagle Scout. He then became responsible for organizing Boy Scout camps and running food services for dozens of the camps and other events. He was a troop leader for the Greater Egyptian Council for 40 years and was able to help guide both of his sons to become Eagle Scouts, creating a third generation of Eagle Scouts in the Madinger family. He was actively involved and a member of the First Christian Church-Disciples of Christ of Marion. He also volunteered his services in the community by offering tax counseling and income tax assistance for the elderly. In addition to his other activities he kept busy with his woodworking hobby building birdhouses, pet houses, picnic tables of all sizes and many other projects. He always enjoyed the times he shared with his family and friends and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Sue Madinger of Marion; two sons and daughter-in-law, Ron Madinger of Thompsonville, IL and Bryan and Kristina Madinger of Creal Springs, IL; three grandchildren, Kaylee, Kamryn and Bryan, Jr. Madinger all of Creal Springs, IL, several cousins and other extended family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Betty Albert. Arrangements for Richard L. Madinger, Jr. were entrusted to Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, 900 N. Court Street, of Marion, IL. A time of visitation for family and friends was on Wednesday, December 28th, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. During the time of visitation a “Reflection of Life” DVD Memorial Tribute featuring special people, places and events of Richard’s life was presented to the family and friends. The funeral service was at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 29, 2011, at Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home with Elder Gary L. Rothenberger presiding. Elder Rothenberger read a special poem during the service titled “Miss Me – But Let Me Go”. The prelude and postlude musical selections were recorded piano selections. Special recorded piano musical selection presented during the service was “Precious Lord Take My Hand” by Gerald Wolf. Military honors were accorded at the funeral home by the Illinois National Guard Flag Detail of Marion, IL. Those members participating were SPC Jacob Martin and PVT2 Derek Clark. Presentation of the flag to Richard’s wife Nancy was by SPC Jacob Martin. Interment followed in Egyptian Memorial Gardens Cemetery of Energy, IL. Pallbearers were Kyle Lake, David Coates, John Fletcher, Al Lenz, Fred Stotlar and Shawn Byrley. Following the committal service at the cemetery the family and friends gathered at Richard and Nancy’s home for a meal and continued time of fellowship and support. For those who preferred, memorial contributions were made to either “Cub Pack #140”, “Boy Scout Troop #140” or “First Christian Church-Disciples of Christ”. Memorial contribution envelopes were available at the funeral home or were mailed in care of Wilson-McReynolds Funeral Home, P.O. Box 370, Marion, IL 62959. For additional information please call the funeral home at 618-993-2131.

Richard L. Madinger Jr.

January 9, 1946 - December 26, 2011