Mrs. Madeleine B Appleton

April 26, 1931 - April 9, 2020

Madeleine Bains Appleton, 88, died on April 9, 2020, in Huntsville. She was the daughter of William Talley Bains, Jr., and Madeleine Bell Bains. Madeleine was a lifelong resident of Albertville and graduated from Albertville High School in 1949, attended Ward Belmont College for Women in Nashville, Tennessee, and graduated from Auburn University. Madeleine was an English teacher at Albertville High School and was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church where she taught Sunday school for many years. Madeleine loved family, books, and spending time in Albertville with her friends. She had a passion for teaching and reading and loved to see her former students around town. Known for a strong will and a kind heart, she will be missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her brother William “Bubs” T. Bains, III, and her son William “Bill” B. Appleton (Jo Ann). She is survived by her children Jack Appleton (Kathy), Karen Appleton (Clay), Betsy Smith (David ), six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and many friends. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Albertville or the Albertville Public Library.