Ivan Anthony Maddux

Ivan Maddux, son of Hobart Maddux and Beatrice (Mashburn) Maddux, was born April 21, 1937, in Plad, Missouri where he grew up. Ivan attended Buffalo High School and graduated in 1955. He loved athletics, especially slow pitch softball, town team basketball, and coaching youth teams. On December 9, 1956 Ivan married the love of his life, Marcelline Mashburn in Louisburg, Missouri, and to this union two children were born, Janeene and Steve. Over sixty-seven years of marriage, Ivan and Marcelline’s love, and laughter created many treasured memories. In Ivan’s early adult years, he ran an upholstery shop alongside his brother, Louis, in Lebanon, MO. In the late 1960’s, he purchased a farm on the Gasconade River near Richland, MO, where he continued his life’s calling. Above all, Ivan was a farmer in his heart and soul. He dedicated his life to making things grow strong, whether that was his crops, his livestock, or his family. Ivan and Marcelline enjoyed traveling and visited many states and several countries over the years. He also liked playing cards with family and friends, running his bulldozer, and listening to gospel music. He enjoyed visiting with people on any occasion and loved laughing with friends and family. He also enjoyed keeping in touch with his classmates throughout his life. Ivan loved the Lord and was thankful for his family and many blessings. He enjoyed visiting various churches with his family over the years. Communities were important to Ivan, and he wanted to give back by trying to make a difference in the world around him. He served terms on Lebanon’s MFA Board and on the Stoutland School Board, and for over twenty-two years Ivan and Marcelline used their home to care for disabled children. On the morning of Monday, January 15, 2024 surrounded by his loving family, Ivan left his beloved home in Richland, and entered into his eternal home to be with his Lord and Savior, having attained the age of 86. Ivan leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife, Marcelline of the home; one son: Steve Maddux (Shelly) of Richland, MO; one daughter: Janeene Schelich (Paul) of Columbia, MO; 5 grandchildren: John Maddux (Whitney) of Ste. Genevieve, MO, Josh Maddux (Miranda) of Richland, MO, Jessy Beushausen (Logan) of Springfield, MO, Max Schelich of Columbia, MO, and Gabriel Schelich of Columbia, MO; 5 great grandchildren: Jackson, Quinton, Lynnea, Huxley, and Kyler; one sister: Patty Smith of Huntsville, AL; two brothers: Louis Maddux (Jean) of Lebanon, MO, and Elvin Maddux (Janice) of Springfield, MO; two brothers-in-law: Virval Mashburn of Richland, MO, and Ralph Cansler of TN; one sister-in-law: Linda Mashburn of Bolivar, MO; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Ivan was preceded in death by his parents, sisters: Georgia Maddux, Mary Atteberry (Joe), Vera Cansler, and Kathryn Pennell (Audrey); brother, Herb Maddux; and his brothers-in-law: Paul Smith and Lendol Mashburn. Though our hearts are heavy, and our world is a little bit dimmer without Ivan’s warm smile, heartfelt laugh, and gentle hugs, we know Ivan is home. Safe in the arms of God. Until we see him again. A celebration of life service was held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, January 21, 2024 in the Memorial Chapel of Richland with Pastor David Douglas, and Pastor Terry Maddux officiating. The group Changed performed “Lord You’ve Been Mighty Good to Me,” “I Won’t Have to Cross Jordan Alone,” and “Go Rest High on That Mountain.” Joy Francis sang “I Want to Stroll Over Heaven With You.” Pallbearers included Steve Maddux, John Maddux, Josh Maddux, Max Schelich, Gabriel Schelich, Logan Beushausen, Adam Henson, Kyler Maddux, Jackson Maddux, and Quinton Maddux. Burial followed in the Wair-Dowty Chapple Cemetery near Richland, MO. Services were under the care and direction of Memorial Chapel of Richland. Memorial contributions may be left in memory of Ivan Anthony Maddux to the Wair-Dowty Chapple Cemetery Fund. Online condolences may be sent to www.memorialchapelsandcrematory.com

Ivan Anthony Maddux

April 21, 1937 - January 15, 2024