"I remember Madalyn as a very sophisticated and pleasant lady. Her picture shows her beauty. My deepest sympathy to Dick, Karen, and Matthew and Kathy and Ashley.. May God bless you all."
In loving memory of
Madalyn P. Alter
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969
Madalyn Pinnick Alter, 79, passed away peacefully at home in Carmel on August 16, 2010. She was born on December 4, 1930 to Mary Grace (Miller) and Paul R. Pinnick in Indianapolis.
Madalyn graduated from Shortridge High School in 1949. She then attended Indiana University and graduated with a degree in Home Economics in 1953. While at IU, she was a member of Alpha Xi Delta Sorority.
In her working career, Madalyn worked many years at Sigma Kappa and Alpha Xi Delta Fraternities in their national headquarters. She was a lifelong sports fan, particularly for IU basketball, Indianapolis Colts, and professional golf. No telephone calls were answered during those events!
Madalyn is survived by her daughter, Kathy Hartig; son and daughter-in-law, Dick and Karen Alter; and two grandchildren whom she loved very much, Ashley Hartig and Matthew Alter.
Per her wishes, private services will be held with arrangements by Leppert Mortuary, Smith Carmel Chapel. You are invited to visit the website www.leppertmortuary.com where you can share a memory of Madalyn or sign the guestbook.
Tributes
"God's peace that passes all understanding be with you during this difficult time. Kris, Tammy, Taylor Eli & MacKenzie Goff"
"Dear Dick,I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. You and yours will be in my thoughts. Warmly,Tim McSoley"
"Kathy & Ashley - We extend our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother and grandmother. We will be thinking of you during this difficult time. "
"Dick, Karen, Matthew, Kathy & Ashley you have been and still are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I will always remember the fun times we shared with your Mother, Grandmother as family and friends. Your Mother had the most beautiful eyes and I loved her smile. I know she loved all of you very much. I remember how she sat with me at the dinner at church after Kristi's funeral that hot September day in 2001. She was a calm influence to me after such a sad time our family (and our nation after 9/11) had just experienced. I will always be grateful for that.May God Bless you and give you strength always. Love, Sandie & Ray Schultz "
"Dear family, I will miss Madalyn. It is so hard to lose a mother( mommy) She brought you into this world and made you a part of our lives and we thank her for that. Madalyn was very generous to me and i really truly enjoyed her. May God bless her and all of you. God will protect your hearts and let you feel only what you can handle. All my love, Amy"
"Dear Dick and Kathy,I am so sorry for the death of your Mom. She is now in a place that is more comfortable for her.Please don't grieve too long, as she will always be with you, and let you know it when you least expect it-just like she did in life!Always keep her memory alive for your kids, as she will always be their Grandmother, just as she will always be your Mother.I am sorry. Kitty"
"I am very sorry to hear about your mother. Please, know our thoughts and prayers are with you. God be with you. "
"Dick and Karen, we extend our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother/mother-in-law. It was always a warm addition when Madalyn was able to attend a family function, such as one of my kids graduation parties or the holidays. I especially have a fond memory of how she took me aside when I lost Kristi and shared a meaningful conversation that I won't forget. I think she was pleased when I told her that I forwarded the generous gift she gave to me and my family to the Kristi Broughton Scholarship fund at Emmaus. Perhaps she was pleased because Kristi and Madalyn always spent so much time talking at family events and she felt particularly close to Kristi. Peace be with you.Leon, Cathleen, Jason, Jennifer, Jessica, Jared"
"Dick, Karen, Matthew, Kathy, and Ashley,Our family is saddened to hear about Madalyn. We are sure Madalyn's loving memories will be cherished in your hearts forever. We pray God will give you strength, guidance, and courage during this time. Please accept our deepest sympathy and know we are praying for you too. Love you,"
"Dear Kathy, Ashley, Dick, Matthew, and KarenOur family sends you our deepest sympathy. I have many great memories of Madalyn-- discussing sports(I'm sure she knew I had little knowledge on this subject), politics or QVC, and helping with her garage sale was always fun. She made the best Christmas cookies ever. Her photo shows her just as I will remember her --beautiful hair and perfect skin. She will be missed."
"Dear Kathy, Ashley, Dick, Matthew, and Karen,So sorry to hear of your loss, but she is in a better place now, so know that she is happy and in no pain. We didn't know her well but have heard lots of good things and did get to meet her a couple of times. "
"Madalyn was indeed a very special person, a thoughtful and caring person. I'm sure she will be missed by many...her family, her friends and her neighbors. Rest assured, she is in peace in a much better place."
"My deepest thoughts are bestowed upon each and every member of Madalyn's family. May you rejoice in knowing that our Merciful Lord, has provided her soul with his peace."
"Dick, Karen and family: Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. "