Shenna D. Maddox, age 69, of Florida, passed away on January 7, 2026. She was born in Russellville, Alabama, and grew up near Huntsville, Alabama, where her roots of resilience, creativity, and quiet strength were formed. As she entered adulthood, she ventured off to Florida, where she embraced the sunshine-filled life of palm trees, year-round warm weather, and summer rain showers brought her comfort. 

Shenna’s life was one marked by courage. First diagnosed with breast cancer in her late 30s, she endured decades of battles: chemo, radiation, surgeries, and unimaginable setbacks. Time and time again, she beat the odds, earning the title of “cancer-free” more times than most could dream. Even when cancer returned in its most aggressive forms, she continued to fight with determination and a stubborn will to live.

Though illness shaped much of her journey, Shenna often showed up with a bright smile and an open heart. On her good days, she was a social butterfly, able to strike up conversations with anyone. In family gatherings and social settings, her presence brought warmth, joy, and an unmistakable energy that drew people in. Her laughter was contagious, her smile unforgettable, and her spirit welcoming. She was an open book, effortlessly forming friendships and making others feel seen and at ease.

Shenna found joy in the simple, beautiful things, especially gardening. She had a gift for bringing life to anything she touched, creating whimsical, fairytale-like gardens wherever she lived. She loved DIY home projects and interior decorating, often favoring charm and creativity over convention. She also loved watching movies and television shows, finding small escapes in storytelling.

More than anything, Shenna loved her husband and children. She often said her greatest achievement in life was her children and grandchildren. She bragged about them with pride, adored time with them and watching them grow. She found comfort in their presence.

Shenna was married for 41 years to the love of her life, Albert Ferril Maddox. When he passed in October 2023, a part of her heart went with him. Though she continued to fight, her physical strength slowly declined. In December 2024, cancer returned once more. Even then, she insisted on trying again because that’s who she was: a fighter, a woman who never gave up easily.

Now, we find peace in knowing she no longer has to fight. She is no longer in pain. And we believe she is reunited with her husband in heaven – together again at last.

Shenna is survived by her three children: Jennifer D. Lastra (Johnny Lastra), Douglas W. Maddox (Natalie Willis), and Dolly D. Maddox (Daniel Urrea); and her four beloved grandchildren: Mason A. Lastra, Caden J. Lastra, Kristina B. Maddox, and Brayden D. Urrea – all of whom she loved beyond measure.

In accordance with her wishes, there will be no formal memorial service. In lieu of a service, the family invites you to honor her in sharing a memory, or kind words in her remembrance.

She leaves behind gardens that will keep blooming, and love that time and illness could never touch.