McKenzie Koale Madison's Obituary
McKenzie Koale Madison, age 35, passed away at home of an accidental overdose on December 15, 2022.
Koale was born in Memphis, TN on August 24, 1987, and attended Briarcrest High School. He enjoyed hunting with his father, attending Memphis Grizzlies basketball games, and hanging out with friends. Koale was happiest when spending time with his son Everett, and Koale’s light will forever shine in his son’s eyes.
Koale is survived by his son, McKenzie Everett (MEM); his mother, Donna Madison; his grandparents, Letetia & Barrey Kirk; his godfather, Bert Adcock; and other family members. He was preceded in death by his father, James Madison.
Addiction is a mental illness. By sharing just, a little of his story, we hope it will help bring awareness to a problem that is plaguing our country, until no more mothers are forced to bury their children and no more children are forced to grow up without knowing a father or a mother.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the South Hall at Hope Church on December 28, 2022. Visitation will begin at 11:00 am with the service following at noon.
The family requests donations in his honor be made to A Betor Way (abetorway.org) or Harbor House.
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