Madison Jean Rose was the most beautiful, precious soul. Her sweet heart was the only thing bigger than her big blue eyes. She was filled with joy, love, and happiness every day of her life. Madison's family, friends, ELC family, and even strangers were all captivated by her—she was sunshine, beauty, and pure happiness all wrapped in one. She knew she was home anywhere, as long as she was with her family.

We heartbreakingly lost Madison on May 23, 2025, to a seizure in her sleep, also known as SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy). Maddie was exactly 2 and a half years old, born in Elkton, MD on November 19, 2022. She was the daughter of Thomas Donnelly, Veronica Lewis, and Timothy and Lisa Watt.

She loved reading books, playing outside, and doing everything with—and just like—her big sister Desiree. She woke up and went to bed happy every day of her short life. Madison is deeply missed by her family, and her memory will forever remain in our hearts—a beautiful light that continues to shine.

In addition to her parents, Madison had so many family members who loved and adored her, including her siblings, Nicholas Kaewell, Angel Kaewell, Chase Dixon, Leah Donnelly, Lily Donnelly, and Desiree Watt; her grandparents, Nana and Opa Hoeben, and Grammy and Papa Watt; along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Funeral service will be held 1 PM, Thursday, June 5, 2025 at Hicks Home for Funerals, 103 W. Stockton Street, Elkton, MD 21921, with visitation beginning at 12 PM. Interment will be in Gilpin Manor Memorial Park, Elkton, MD.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Danny Did Foundation at www.dannydid.org/give/.