Madeline was born on November 8, 1931 in Chicago, IL to Thomas C. Hancks and Madeline Farinella.
She is survived by her daughter Nancy Ekkert of Chicago, IL; one grandson, Michael Ekkert; two great grandchildren, Christian Small and Brianna Small. She is preceded in death by both of her parents; her husband, Peter Papartis and one granddaughter, Amy Small.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at 11am at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with Veronika Barnes officiating.
Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels