of Dilley, TX
October 1, 1962 - February 14, 2019
Framan John "Bub" Madding, age 56 of Dilley, Texas, passed away February 14, 2019, at his residence. Bub was born October 1, 1962, in St. Charles, Missouri, the son of Lola Jean "Jeannie" Bates and Randell R. Richardson. Bub was a past member of Eagle Heights Baptist Church and served in the US Army. He was a truck driver and enjoyed riding his motorcycle, farming, and gardening. He was a health nut, caring for his body and was generous to anyone who needed his help. He was always joking and was the life of the party. He was a wonderful son, uncle, and brother.
Bub is survived by his father and step-mother Randell and Jan Richardson of Harrison, three sisters and brothers-in-law: Angie Mizell Istre' and her husband Ray Istre' of Oak Grove, Louisiana, Rhonda Lou and Kevin Lawrence of Monroe, Louisiana, and Debbie Wakefield of Branson, Missouri; his brother Phillip Richardson of Springfield, Missouri; niece Rachael (Benny) Lucas; and nephews: Kenneth (Ashley) Mizell, Robert Zachary and Lacy Forwood, and Stewart Matthew (Amber) Forwood.
He was preceded in death by his mother, sister, Jacqueline Forwood, uncle, Ray Richardson, his grandparents, and Shorty Freeman.
Funeral service was Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home with Tony Richardson officiating. Visitation was 5-7: 00 pm Friday at the funeral home. Private interment was in Davidson Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Bub's family and friends.
Honorary pallbearers were Richard Mizell, Stewart Forwood, Lefty, and his family at Big Star Transportation.
The family wishes to thank Stillwater Resort for hosting the family.
Angie and Rhonda---So sorry to hear of the death of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you both during these trying times. As our Mom said, just take one day at a time and He will get you thru. Love you both----The children of Allen and Virginia(Bates)-Donna & Ed Ehlenbeck, Mary Ann Zerr, Danny & Timberly Fisher and Patty & Tim Patterson
May our brother rest in peace in Jesus Christ mighty name. My good friend Framan
VERY sorry to hear this news. I fondly remember his visits and phone conversations full of laughter.
My sincere condolences to the family. I had the pleasure of knowing framan has a co worker and a close freind for the last 6 years. You have always been there when I needed help. My phone sits quiet not having your normal phone calls of questions. it is an empty feeling walking into work and not hearing you from across the room "THERE HE IS!!" You will be missed ride with the angels my dear friend. Your freind --Justin Qualls--