My name is Sydnie Bray, Maddie’s cousin. With hearts in pieces, our family is grieving the loss of Madeline Christine Davis, 27, a beautiful daughter, sister, partner, mother, and friend. After a period of struggle, Maddie died by suicide.

Maddie grew up in Oregon City in a very close family: her parents Candy and Adam, her big brother Mason, and her big sister Marissa. She loved being outdoors—camping with family, fishing, and hunting—and she carried that grounded, Pacific Northwest joy into everyday life. She was strong and spunky, deeply organized, warm, and kind, the one who noticed small details and made people feel seen.

Maddie’s greatest joy was being “Mama” to Raeanne Christine (2) and Warren Boyd (1). She shared that world with their dad, Cameron Davis, who is now caring for their little ones. More than anything, Maddie wanted her children to feel deeply loved and they did, every single day.

Maddie also lived with significant mental health challenges, including borderline personality disorder, and this past year brought heavy life changes. She was actively trying to get better, and it is heartbreaking that her journey ends here. We’re sharing this because honesty reduces stigma and might help someone else feel less alone. Our love for Maddie is boundless, and our grief is too. She was so much more than her struggle.

Professionally, Maddie was a talented lead stylist and a trusted, steady presence for my company, LiveEdge Salon + Spa. She served on the LiveEdge committee that helped shape and grow the company, and she was my right hand with inventory and products. Her life was so much fuller than work—but her talent, leadership, and reliability touched many. She is a light in our space that we will miss every day.

We’re creating this GoFundMe to:

Support Cameron as he becomes the sole caretaker of Raeanne and Warren

Help cover funeral and memorial expenses for her parents

Provide for the children’s immediate needs—childcare, diapers, clothing, groceries, transportation—and begin a short-term fund for essentials ahead

If you can give, thank you. If giving isn’t possible, sharing this page and holding our family close in your thoughts means the world. On behalf of Candy, Adam, Mason, Marissa, Cameron, Raeanne, and Warren, thank you for honoring Maddie’s light and helping care for her babies.

With deep gratitude,

Sydnie and our family

If you or someone you love is struggling or thinking about suicide, you are not alone. In the U.S., you can call or text 988 for free, confidential support.