Crystal Maddalena
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Crystal Maddalena
RONAN — We sadly announce the passing of our beautiful smiling daughter Crystal Violet Maddalena on Jan. 18, 2022. Born too early on a summer’s night in Redmond, Washington, in 1990, she left us too early on a winter’s night in Ronan, Montana. She died of breathing complications; she was 31.
Crystal loved her children to the depths of her soul. Crystal was blessed with a joyful bright spirit and loving compassion for those around her. A woman who was always helping the underdogs of the world. She was good at expressing her feelings thru art, writing, music and dance. She loved nature, especially gardening, frogs and all her animal friends.
Crystal swam like a fish and danced like a butterfly. She truly loved music. Our daughter had a great appreciation for the outdoors, camping, hiking, boating, fishing, water sports and family gatherings. Her love for Montana, its beauty and the free spirit of the people drew her to live there. All of us will miss her so much, she was deeply loved. She had many plans for her future and her children that she will never be able to fulfill.
Crystal is survived by her grandmothers, Lorna King and Sue Pittman; her parents, Mark and Teri Maddalena; her siblings, Amber, Forrest and Shilah Maddalena; her children, Anae, Lilly, Orion, and Leo; and her many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Her memorial will be held in Washington where she started her life. The time and location will be announced at a later date. Messages of condolences may be shared with the family online at: www.shriderthompson.com.
Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home.
