It is with such sorrow that I have to announce that my love James Madison passed away on September 25, 2026, from Brain Cancer.
 
Jim was an amazing man. Loving father, husband, brother and uncle and Loyal friend. When he loved you, you knew it. He was a very quiet reserved man that did not want to take the center of attention, but he did know how to be seen. His Dad jokes, his puns and dry sense of humor made him remarkable. He was the silent presence that you always wanted more of him.
 
When he moved to the cape, he was so happy. He started going clamming, (he found out Beth sings to the clams before she puts them in her basket) joined the sons of Erin (thanks to his wife Betsy) joined the cribbage team, started working at the golf course and was looking forward to getting back to playing golf with the boys. He also volunteered at the Cotuit center of the arts and was always playing music – his main passion. He said what a wonderful place to be where your back yard is the ocean. A place we took many walks just to enjoy the day and each other. What I hope people remember the most about Jim was how much laughter he brought to everyone’s life. His love and compassion and just pure joy for life. To be near the people who made him happy and loved. 
 
Jim is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Betsy” Madison; sons Brendan Madison, Justin Madison, and Ryan Madison; sister Bonnie Stevens and her husband Ken; niece Missy Escalante; nephew Sean Stevens.
 
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 9, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave., South Yarmouth, MA. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM at St. Pius X Church, Station Ave, South Yarmouth, MA. Burial will follow at Chandler Gray Cemetery in West Yarmouth. For those who are unable to attend James' funeral Mass please visit Facebook.com/stpiusxsy/videos for streaming.

In lieu of flowers, donations for glioblastoma research can be made to the Glioblastoma Foundation at the following link: https://glioblastomafoundation.org/get-involved/donate/
 
Please pass on Jims’s joy to this world. Do what makes you happy, put your feet in the ocean. Sing loudly to the world with passion. Hug your loved ones and tell them you love them.
 

Betsy, We are so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. What a great guy he was! Chris and I always enjoyed catching up with the two of you at our reunions or to hear him play somewhere. Please know you and the family are in our thoughts now and the in the days and months ahead ❤️

Dear Betsy, Brendan, Justin and Ryan, We are so sorry for the sudden passing of Jim, your beloved husband and father, who adored you so very much. Jim was such a kind and loving friend and he will always be remembered for his devotion, caring, kindness, and love of his family and friends. Love and Prayers, The Hanlon Family Mary, Joe, Julie, Eileen and Joey Hanlon

I am so sorry for this sudden loss, my heart goes out to the family and friends of this beautiful soul. Deepest sympathy for all during this time.

I am so sorry for this sudden loss, my heart goes out to the family and friends of this beautiful soul. Deepest sympathy for all during this time.

Dear Betsy, I can’t find the words to express how deeply sorry I am on Jim’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys always. I’m sending you all my love and an immense hug. May our Lord give you peace and comfort knowing Jim is now in his arms.

Betsy, I am at such a loss for words. Sending so much love to you, Justin, Brendan and Ryan. Jim was just one of the best and I know how much he loved you all. Those 3 better be singing at the top of their lungs, loud enough so we can hear them here ❤️

Betsy, Justin, Brendan, and Ryan My deepest condolences on Jim’s passing. Such a kind and caring man! May you always feel his love and presence around you and it bring you peace and comfort! Sending you all love and big hugs!

I’m at a loss for words. Jim was an amazing person very musically talented and just an all around great guy. My heart and prayers are with Betsy and the boys and of course his band family.

Thank you for all the wonderful memories Jim. David and Tracie Lopez

Betsy, I am at such a loss for words. Sending so much love to you, Justin, Brendan and Ryan. Jim was just one of the best and I know how much he loved you all. Those 3 better be singing at the top of their lungs, loud enough so we can hear them here ❤️

My deepest sympathies to you, Betsy, and to your family. What a huge loss. His spirit will still be with you, but I know that's not much consolation. I'm sending you the biggest, warmest hugs ever. I will go put my feet in the ocean in his honor, and sing with passion. I love you, my friend. xxxEllen

Dear Betsy, I am so incredibly sorry for the loss of your husband to cancer. A devastating disease I thought would have a cure by now...I worked in a clinic for an oncologist and did the blood work before patients got chemo... that was 50 years ago!! Lots have been done but still... Please pass on my condolences to your sons and family. I will make a donation to the gioblastoma cause. Brenda

My condolences to the family and Jim was a great kid back in the day. May God give you all peace and understanding

God bless, great guy with a great sense of humor. I will miss him.