Madeline Racobs

Madeline was born in Springfield, IL on 4/25/1921 to Nelle and Fred King. She was a resident of Sun City, AZ and died peacefully surrounded by family on November 30, 2008. Her life was devoted to her family and she is survived by five children, son Keith Goodman and his wife Estrellita of Las Vegas, NV; Dane Goodman and his wife Marie of Santa Barbara, CA; daughter Marilyn Holley of Sun City, AZ; son Jett Racobs of Sun City, AZ; son Tighe Racobs of Dallas, TX; brother Don King of Sun City, AZ; three granddaughters; and two great grandchildren. She worked as a Secretary/Administrative Assistant at Lincoln Office Supply, General Electric, Spector Freight, Arizona Department of Revenue, and Arizona State Legislature. Madeline enjoyed family and friends, and accepted everyone she met for their unique individuality. She loved living in Sun City and pool time with the water walking group at Mountain View Recreation Center. Family and friends have been blessed for 87 years with her love, caring, compassion and strength. She will truly be missed. Private service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hospice of the Valley-Palm Valley, 13575 W. McDowell Rd., Goodyear, AZ 85338.

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