Madison "Maddie" Straub, age 17, of Pembroke, passed away on September 16, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Maddie was a vibrant and spirited young woman whose adventurous soul left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Her big smile could light up any room, bringing joy to those around her.

A Senior at Silver Lake High enrolled in the CTE program, Maddie was known for her infectious laughter, kind heart, and determination. She approached every challenge she faced with enthusiasm and resilience. This past summer alone, Maddie balanced four jobs, including barbacking at Christina's, working at the local SnackShack and Farmers Market, and even harvesting her favorite food at 2Rock Oyster Farm. Her work ethic was truly second to none.

Maddie embraced life to the fullest, fueled by her love for music, travel, and food. The beach was her happy place, especially at sunset. More than anything, Maddie loved spending time with her siblings and friends, creating memories that would last a lifetime.

Maddie was the cherished daughter of Elizabeth Quinlan Straub and the late Reed M. Straub. She is survived by her siblings Cole and Sydney; her grandfathers Edward F. Quinlan and Henry "Ted" Straub; uncles, aunts and cousins; her kitty Ritzy; and a legion of friends and co-workers who will miss her deeply. She is predeceased by her grandmother Julie A. Quinlan.

Visiting hours are Sunday, October 13, 2024 from Noon to 4:00 p.m. at the MacDonald Funeral Home, 1755 Ocean Street in Marshfield. Family and friends are then invited to a celebration of Maddie's life on Monday, October 14, 2024 Noon to 3:00 p.m. at Christina's Restaurant, 460 Washington Street in Pembroke.

A scholarship in Maddie's name will be established through Pembroke Youth Baseball and Softball. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the fund by mail to P.O. Box 215, Pembroke, MA 02359 or by Venmo to @pembrokeyouthbaseball. Here is the Venmo link: https://venmo.com/u/PembrokeYouthBaseball please include "Maddie" in the notes.

Rest in peace, Maddie. Your beauty, confidence, and spunk will carry on in our hearts and beyond.

Maddie's Final Gift of Kindness

Through the remarkable act of organ donation, Maddie's beautiful legacy lives on. Not only did 6 people (six!) receive essential life-saving transplants, but countless other recipients experienced significant transformations to their health and quality of life.

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