Madalyn Hairston

Madalyn Jean Hairston, age 53 was a loving mother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend who went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 23, 2017. She was born in Columbus, Ohio February 3, 1964 to Helen McDowell and Mims Rivers, Jr.

Madalyn graduated from Central High School in 1982 and attended Columbus Technical Institute as a nursing major. She served as a Nurse Assistant and Unit Clerk at Doctors North Hospital for over 10 years. Madalyn then worked for Franklin County Department of Jobs and Family Services as a unit clerk until her health failed in 2011.

Madalyns mission in life were her sons Kyle Martez Sims and Terrell Dupree Hairston. She rasied them up to the men they are today. She worked diligently to provide a great life for them pushing them to their highest potential. If anyone knew Madalyn her love for them was genuine.

Madalyn has been a faithful member of Greater Ebenezer Cathedral of Praise from birth until her transitioning. She loved her church family and was excited each year to participate in Vacation Bible School. Past ministries she served in includes: Usher Board, Greater Ebenezer Choir, and Bereavement Ministry. Madalyn was an avid reader, participated in book clubs, enjoyed shopping and spending time with family and friends. She was the first to initiate all of the family gatherings as she loved their company. During her illness she attended National Church Residents and Samaritan Adult Daycare where she met new friends and enjoyed the many social outings, especially the Adult Prom.

Madalyn is preceded in death by loving parents, Helen McDowell and Mim Rivers, Jr.; maternal grandparents, Anna (Robert) Ison, Clifford Patrick, Sr; paternal grandparents, Ethel (Booker) Samuel. Survived by her devoted sons, Kyle M. Sims and Terrell D. Hairston; dedicated and loving sisters, Shirley Aekins, Charlene Jackson, and Michelle (Kenny) Reynolds; nieces, Tamika (Daryll) Scott, Danielle McDowell; nephews, Brandon Aekins, and Kenneth (Jasmine) Reynolds; 5 great- nieces, 6 great- nephews; stepmother, Losie Rivers; special friend Leslie Wilson; best friends, Patricia Kelsor, Diane Wynn, Rosemary Deverouax and Rubye D. Mayle; special cousins, Pebbles Andrews and Chris Patrick; The Palmer family and a host of other family and friends.

Madalyn will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She is now resting peacefully in the arms of Jesus and with the Queen of her heart, her mother, Helen McDowell.

Visitation 9:00am and Funeral 10:00am Saturday September 30, 2017 at Greater Ebenezer Cathedral of Praise 2645 Fairwood Avenue, Columbus, OH.

Interment at Green Lawn Cemetery 1000 Greenlawn Avenue, Columbus, OH