Madelyn Early

June 19, 1951 - October 30, 2020

Madelyn Early, a 40-year resident of Mahopac, passed away October 30, 2020. Madelyn was born in Manhattan, NY on June 19, 1951 to Anthony and Madeline Cannella. She graduated from Visitation grammar school, Aquinas High School in 1969, and the Misericordia School of Nursing in 1971. She worked as a Registered nurse for Misericordia Hospital for 10 years after graduation. She later worked as a certified tax preparer at Schneider Financial Group for many years. On November 4, 1973, she married Patrick Early. This year, the couple was going to celebrate their forty-seventh wedding anniversary. A loving wife and mother, Madelyn is survived by her husband, Patrick, son Michael Early, daughters Suzanne Merriman and Katie Menard, sons-in-law Donald Merriman and Mike Menard, and a daughter-in-law Nicole Early. Madelyn is also survived by her sister, Lucy Cannella. An adoring grandmother, Madelyn is survived by 4 grandchildren: Madeline, Sydney, Brynn, and Sophia. Madelyn’s family and friends were her life, and she lit up when she saw them. She had a vibrant and cheerful presence, and she was truly loved by everyone that met her. Always thinking of others, Madelyn sought to support and comfort those around her. One way Madelyn showed her love was by cooking a large, delicious meal for all to enjoy. Madelyn’s happy place was Ocean City, New Jersey, where she would often be found sitting on the beach or her cousin’s porch with a big smile on her face. Family and friends will honor Madelyn’s life at the Yorktown Funeral Home on Monday, November 2nd from 4pm to 8pm. A mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday November 3rd at St. Joseph’s Church in Somers. Entombment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Liver Foundation. https://liverfoundation.org/for-patients/donate-now/