Madeline (Kennedy) English passed away peacefully on May 31, 2009. She was predeceased by her husband Jack English (1970). Madeline was a wonderful mother who encouraged her children to take every opportunity and adventure they found in life. She will be missed by Dermot (Christine Thistle), Bill (Susan Lundrigan), Karen, Ann, Ed (Rebecca Simpson). Madeline will also be missed by her last surviving sibling Clara Bales and grandchildren Duncan, Davis, Heather, Amy, Ned, Maggie, Hal and Tess. Madeline was daughter of Will Kennedy and Margaret (Rockett) of Curling. Born January 10th 1921. She was predeceased by her siblings Mary, Frank, Maurice, Gerald, Rita Geraldine and Joseph. Madeline was an active volunteer and athlete, in addition to many firsts in competition Madeline was a founding or early member of USO, Corner Brook Ski Club, Curling Club, Tennis Club and Marble Mountain and was with the Corner Brook Hospital Auxiliary for many years. She was a strong supporter of the arts helping many artists. Madeline was a long time member of the Corner Brook choral groups and arts groups, in later years being a painter in oils, watercolors and sketching. Whenever she could she encouraged others to develop their style and artistic talents. Her love of nature could be seen in the very large rock garden she built at her home on West Valley Road. Madeline spent much time traveling the world. She saw the beauty and excitement wherever she went from trips to Trout River and Hong Kong, to Sweden and Africa. With each trip mom learnt a bit of a new language and new artistic expressions. With every trip she had new friends in the international community and they would call and visit our home. She was born and raised in Curling and became a lifelong member of Holy Redeemer parish. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, June 2, 2009 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road. Funeral services will take place on Wednesday June 3, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. at Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Purchase Award Fund for LAWN (League of Artists of Western Newfoundland) for their upcoming Annual Juried Exhibition. The family guest book may be signed or memorial donations may be made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca.