Norma Jean Madis

Norma Jean Grace Madis, age 90 of Medina, passed away October 30, 2026. She was born in Forest, Ohio on November 21, 1935 to the late Orville and Opal (Hess) Willeke. Norma Jean earned her master’s degree in education at Bowling Green State University and went on to teach elementary students at/in Strongsville City Schools, Fitch Elementary in Olmsted Falls, Delta Elementary in Delta York, Ohio, Fields Elementary in North Ridgeville and finally, Elyria.

She enjoyed gardening, reading, sewing, furniture reupholstering, really old house (1832) renovation, traveling to historical places, more reading, gathering with friends, political discussion in particular, puzzles, card games, Sudoku! and Conversation. She became a staunch Democrat in the 80s and was active in state & local politics in particular.

Norma Jean leaves behind her beloved son Scott L. Madis and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Lloyd Wendell “Scotty” Madis; sisters Vondale McNeal and Luella Hiller; and her parents Orville Willeke and Opal (Hess).

The family will receive friends from 12-1:00 pm on Monday, November 16, 2026, at Waite Funeral Home, 765 N. Court St., Medina, OH 44256. A funeral service will immediately follow on Monday at 1:00 pm at the funeral home. She will be laid to rest with her husband at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Seville. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.waitefuneralhome.com.