Services for Madalon Rebecca Vann (Scott), 70, of Lawrence, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Lawrence First Church of the Nazarene.
Madalon Vann passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026, at home, surrounded by family.
Madalon was born January 22, 1955, in Rome, Georgia, the daughter of Howard and Ruth Scott.
Madalon married Steve Born in the late 1960’s in Homestead, Florida. They divorced. She married James Vann Sr on July 31, 1984. James survives at home.
Other survivors include 5 sisters and 2 brothers, children James Vann Jr, Howard Born, Jerome Cole, PJ Born, Rebekah Vann, Shannon Vann, Kim Vann, Angel Vann, Daniel Vann, 15 grandkids, 6 great-grandkids.
A daughter, Charity Vann passed away September 5, 2009.
James and Madalon began a life of fostering children in 1985, leading to sheltering over 250 + kids spanning over 38 years.
With deep love and gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we remember a beloved wife, mother, sister, and aunt whose life was rooted in her unwavering faith in Jesus Christ and her boundless love for her family.
Throughout her life, she walked closely with the Lord, allowing her faith to guide her words, actions, and relationships. Jesus was at the center of her heart, and she reflected His love through her kindness, compassion, forgiveness, and grace. Her faith was not only something she believed—it was something she lived every day.
Family was her greatest earthly treasure. She devoted her life to loving, nurturing, and supporting those she held dear, always placing their needs above her own. Her home was filled with warmth, prayer, laughter, and unconditional love. She was a steady source of strength, wisdom, and comfort, and her presence made life richer for everyone who knew her.
She leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and selflessness that will continue to live on through her family. While our hearts grieve her passing, we rejoice in the promise that she is now at peace in the presence of her Savior, hearing the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
She will be deeply missed, forever loved, and always remembered.
I am so sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort and strengthen the family during this difficult time.
I didn’t know her, but I know her daughter, Rebekah, so i can only imagine how beautiful her heart is! May God provide peace and strength as you all grieve your tremendous loss 🫶🙏🏻🫶
So sorry for your loss. May God bring each of you His comfort and peace. Praying for All Madalons family.
Madalon was a faithful follower of Jesus and lived her faith every day. We pray for Jimmy and all of her family. May we all honor her memory by giving Jesus full control of our lives so we can love others as she did.
Mom I love you ❤️ I miss you so much you r in the hands of Jesus Christ I know you r watching over us rest in peace mom😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 I love you and you will always be in my heart
Madalon and James rented from me years ago but I have always remembered her as one of the kindest and most trustworthy persons I have met. We are all blessed for having known her.
Lots of prayers and love go out to all of Madalons family,she was a lovely ,Godly woman,she touched so many lives.
She was a beautiful example of selflessness. She was a servant at heart and loved her family well. I’m so sorry for your loss.
You were very kind and sweet to me… until we meet at the feet of Jesus 🙏 my condolences to all your loved ones
My Aunt Madalon is a bright light for our family and will be missed greatly, but I know where she is and know that she is at Peace and that’s all that really truly matters. We miss her but have all the memories that she shared with all. Just say her name and remember her family in your prayers. She brought me to my most Important relationship with Jesus and I will see her again, in His time.
So sorry to hear of your loss cousin Jimmy. My deepest heartfelt condolences to you & your family! Also
same message from Jerry Dowdell.
Your mother left a beautiful legacy with you kids. She was a devoted servant to the Lord. She will be missed by many. My condolences to the whole family.
I will always think of you during Thanksgiving. All of our best thanksgivings were always at your home. I love you.
Thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. May God give you peace knowing she is with him now. Madalon was a sweet lady. She and Jimmie did a great job fostering kiddos. Jesus take this angel and let her fly.
Your mom was such an encourager and strong woman of faith! She will be missed by many!
May the Lord comfort all of you as he has promised!
I can still see you sitting in the stands cheering Becca on when we were in high school. Rest easy.
thoughts and prayers to the Vann family in your time of sorrow.
Sending prayers to the Vann family in your time of sorrow
I will always remember what you said to me at my daughter’s funeral. Thank you, Aunt Madalon. Enjoy your wings!
Rest in peace my sister. What an amazing person. Love always , your sister Michele.
Love and prayers
Sending our condolences, prayers and love to you all.
All my love and prayers for your strength. Madalon was an amazing woman and we will miss her.