James Madison

James M. “Mick” Madison, 79, passed away on January 2, 2024 from complications of dementia. Born February 1, 1944 in Lafayette, IN, he was the only child of the late Homer Dale and Beatrice Jackson Madison.

He was graduated from West Virginia University and was self-employed. His career spanned several occupations including proprietor of The Surplus Store in Morgantown, a sheep farmer, an electrician, and home remodeling contractor. He had equally diverse hobbies including training pigeons, nurturing tropical plants and orchids, and raising rabbits and chickens.

He is survived by his wife, Beth Madison; his son, Jacob Madison; his daughter, Elizabeth and son-in-law Rob Felter; as well as his grandchildren, Robert and Eleanor Felter.

A memorial service will be held privately in the Summer of 2024. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Morgantown to support their weekly pancake breakfast or Pantry Plus More located in Morgantown, WV.