Mary Madilene Hutto

Madilene was a dedicated housewife whose creativity and talent were evident in everything she did. Her love for crafts was unmatched; she could often be found with a bag from Michaels or Hobby Lobby, ready to crochet, sew, or craft beautiful creations for her loved ones. From fancy dresses to Christmas ornaments, her artistic spirit was boundless. Above all, her love and devotion to her family always took center stage.

Her contributions to her community were notable. She served as Past President of the Rebekah Assembly of Texas from 1990 to 1991 and was an active member of Harlandale Rebekah Lodge #179, Diamond Rebekah Lodge #199, Conroe Oddfellow Lodge #67, Aldine Eastern Star Chapter #1088, and NARFE Chapter #828.

Madilene was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Winnerd R. Hutto; her parents, Harvey and Bernice Thrower; and her brothers, Edward “Sonny” Thrower and James Wesley Thrower.

She is survived by her son, Delaney Wayne Howard, and his wife, Esther Louise Howard; her granddaughter, Jennifer H. Y’Barbo, and husband, Andy Hamilton; her great-grandchildren, Haley Elizabeth Y’Barbo and Nicholas James Hamilton; and her nephews, Danny Thrower (Linda) and their daughters, Marissa Thrower and Angelle (Matthew Martinez), Keith Thrower and his daughter Meghan (Jared Martin) and their children, Parker and Jackson Watkins, and Robby Thrower (Robyn), their son Stuart (Erica) and children, and daughters DaniLee Thrower and Manning Thrower.

The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to Cheryl Even for her devoted care and friendship over the past three and a half years. They also wish to thank Madilene’s Oddfellow and Rebekah Family for their support and love over the past 60 years.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Brookside Funeral Home Champion, followed by a funeral service from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Interment will take place at Woodlawn Funeral Home Garden of Memory at 1:00 p.m.

Madilene’s warmth, creativity, and devotion to her family and community will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.