Madeline was a California native born in Jackson, California. She graduated from Richmond Union High School in June of 1937. She later met Nebraska native Ernest Albright to whom she was married for 54 years. During her 101 years, Madeline live an interesting life.  She was a firefighter for Standard Oil Refinery and made missile parts at Systron Donner Inertial.  She and her husband not only brought the Chinese Shar Pei dogs to America but were also founding members of the Chinese Shar Pei Club of America, Inc.  She enjoyed gambling in many forms; Bingo, Scratchers and especially playing slots at Cache Creek.

Madeline lived a full life and remained as independent as possible throughout her life.  With Darlene's loving care and assistance, she was able to fulfill her wish to remain in her home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother and husband.  She is survived by her devoted daughter, Darlene, and grandson, Jamie Wright.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at 12:00pm with a funeral service at 1:00pm at the Pittsburg Funeral Chapel. Private burial will be held at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Concord.  In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Madeline's memory to Jamie's program with checks payable to Alive Central. Alive Central 4071 Port Chicago Hwy Suite 140, Concord, CA  94520