Lawrence Elwood Madison, age 77, of Marlinton, died Friday, October 23, 2020, at his home. Lawrence was a retired trimmer operator for a sawmill. Born July 24, 1943, at Marlinton, he was a son of the late Norman Preston and Margaret Dye Madison. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Norman Madison, Jr.; and a sister, Helen Lester. Lawrence is survived by his sons, Daniel Madison, Samuel Madison and Timothy Madison; sisters, Nora Beutler, Mary Lane and Rose Ellen Long; a brother, Eugene Madison; and three grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by VanReenen Funeral Home in Marlinton. Per his request, the body was cremated. A memorial service will be held at VanReenen Funeral Home Saturday, November 7, 2020, at 1:30 p.m.
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