Madeline Driver

Madeline Tremarcke Driver, a beacon of love and selflessness, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025, in Glenwood, Alabama, after a courageous battle with an extended illness. Born on the last day of 1948 in New Jersey, Madeline's life was a testament to kindness, compassion, and the joy of giving.

Madeline's early years were spent in New Jersey, but she found her true home in the Wiregrass area of Alabama in 1983. It was there that she cultivated a life rich in family, faith, and service. A dedicated nurse, Madeline's career at Ozark Nursing Home was marked by her unwavering commitment to those in her care. Her gentle touch, warm smile, and boundless empathy made her a favorite among both patients and colleagues.

Madeline's nurturing spirit extended far beyond her professional life. She was the loving mother to her sons, Dan Driver (and his wife Jessica) and Michael Hallahan, and daughters, Madeline Hallahan and Annie Loyless Driver. Her love multiplied with the joy of her 15 grandchildren, Hunter, Don, Madilayna, Cali, Emily, Brittany, Timothy, Chelsea, Jalena, and Matthew, who will carry her legacy forward. Madeline was the cherished sister to Lee Tremarcke and Chris Tremarcke, Virginia Zizas, Nancy Lang, and Mary Ann Tremarcke. Her life was built on the foundation laid by her late parents, Fred and Madeline Tremarcke, whose values and love shaped the remarkable woman she became.

Her interests and talents were as diverse as they were heartfelt. Known for her artistic flair, Madeline's love for drawing often found expression in the beautiful sketches that graced book covers and the cherished artwork that adorned the walls of her family's homes. Her faith was a cornerstone of her existence, and as a devout Catholic, she lived her beliefs through acts of kindness and her enduring commitment to helping others.

To say that Madeline was sweet would be an understatement; her ability to get along with everyone was a rare gift. She was a friend to all, a stranger to none, and her presence was a source of comfort and joy. Madeline possessed the rare quality of never letting on if she was upset, choosing instead to focus on the positive and uplift those around her.

Madeline's life was a living example of the words that best describe her: loving, friendly, and selfless. She gave of herself freely and without expectation, touching the lives of countless individuals with her generosity and warmth.

The loss of Madeline Tremarcke Driver is felt deeply by her family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know her. Her memory will be cherished, and her spirit will continue to inspire acts of kindness and compassion in the hearts of those she leaves behind.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at St. Columba Catholic Church Chapel with Father Thomas LaPointe officiating. Madeline will be laid to rest in Sunset Memorial Park. Serving as active pallbearers will be Hunter Myers, Don Driver, Adam Bush, David Brinkley, Timothy Loyless, Sr., and Timothy Loyless, Jr.