Five Generations of Service
For over 90 years, the Madden family has been helping Jamaican families honor their loved ones with dignity and care.
Where It All Began
Leslie Ferdinand Madden founded Madden's Funeral Home with humble beginnings - crafting coffins beneath a guinep tree on North Street in Kingston, Jamaica. He quickly gained fame as "the master of the profession."
In an era when modern embalming techniques were not available, Leslie used herbs, spices, and coolers to preserve bodies. His commitment to ensuring dignified burials regardless of a family's financial circumstances set the foundation for our values today.
He accepted installment payments when families could not afford full payment upfront, believing that every person deserved dignity in death.
“The Madden family has maintained humility, unquestionable integrity, and caring for the community across all generations.”
Leslie Ruel Madden Jr.
Chief Executive Officer
As the fourth-generation leader of Madden's Funeral Home, Leslie Ruel Madden Jr. carries forward the legacy of compassion and dignity that his great-grandfather began under a guinep tree in Kingston.
Serving as CEO and Director of the Lucea and Montego Bay branches, he has modernized operations while preserving the family values that have made Madden's a trusted name for over 90 years.
Under his leadership, Madden's has expanded its community outreach programs, including the annual Christmas Treat that feeds over 500 families, and the Leslie Ruel Madden Foundation which provides educational grants to deserving students.
“We believe that every person deserves dignity, regardless of their circumstances. This is what my great-grandfather taught us, and it's what we continue to practice today.”
— Leslie Ruel Madden Jr.
The Founding Generations
The pioneers who built a legacy of compassionate service.
Leslie Ferdinand Madden
Started the business by crafting coffins beneath a guinep tree on North Street in Kingston. Gained fame as "the master of the profession" using herbs, spices and coolers to preserve bodies when modern embalming techniques were not available. Ensured dignified burials regardless of financial circumstances.
Ferdinand Leslie Madden
Graduated from St. George's College in Jamaica and trained at the American Academy McAllister Institute of Funeral Service in New York. Willingly walked in his father's footsteps.
Ruel Leslie Madden
Also trained at McAllister Institute in New York. Assigned to establish and operate the Montego Bay branch. Continued his father's tradition of exceptional client care.
Awards & Achievements
Our commitment to excellence has been recognized throughout the years.
2024
Isiaa Madden
Howard University IMPACT Award
Recognized for professional excellence and community leadership, honoring her contributions to both the funeral industry and Jamaican society.
Ongoing
Madden's Funeral Home
Industry Leadership
Recognized as one of the first and still the leader in professional final care services in Jamaica, with over 90 years of continuous service.
Today's Team
The Madden family continues to serve with dedicated team members across all locations.
Fabian Madden
Manager of Coffin Supplies Limited
Christine Madden Williams
Constant Spring Branch and Cremation Services
Paul Madden
Operations Manager, North Street Headquarters (Kingston)
Isiaa Madden
Managing Director, Dovecot Cemetery of St. James
Aneika Madden
Fifth Generation Funeral Director
Zidan Madden
Fifth Generation, Community Outreach
Our Values
These principles have guided the Madden family across five generations.
Humility
Serving families with grace and understanding, just as our founder did beneath a guinep tree.
Unquestionable Integrity
Honest and transparent dealings in all our services, maintaining the trust built over generations.
Caring for Community
Going beyond business to support Jamaican families in their time of need.
Dignified Service
Ensuring every person receives dignity in death, regardless of financial circumstances.
Our Locations
Serving families across Jamaica with dedicated facilities.
Montego Bay
37 Union Street, Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica, W.I.
(876) 979-1491
Kingston
42a Constant Spring Road, Kingston 10, Jamaica, W.I.
(876) 926-8223