Missing Troy man found dead
Times-Tribune staff
The search for a Troy man now missing for more than seven months has ended in tragedy.
Troy Police at about 7:30 p.m. Sunday found the body of 53-year-old Richard Maedge, according to a news release. Police said the investigation is still active. Further details, such as the location of the body or preliminary investigation of the scene, were not released. An autopsy is pending.
Jenn Maedge, the wife of Richard Maedge, on Monday said her family was devastated by the news. She offered, however, there was some relief after many months of not knowing what happened to their loved one.
“We are all devastated,” Jenn Maedge said. “It’s unfortunate he is no longer with us. His two sons, his daughter, his two grandsons and granddaughter and I are all devastated. There is some relief. It’s not what we wanted, but it’s over.”
Van Toliver is the husband of Maedge’s sister Marilyn. He echoed those sentiments on Monday, saying the family had been praying for months for some closure in the case.
“It brings a lot of peace to my wife,” Van Toliver said. “It wasn’t the outcome we wanted, but at least some prayers were answered.”
Maedge was reported missing April 27 from his home on Hickory Street in Troy. Family members told the Times-Tribune in a previous article he got off work about 3 p.m the day of his disappearance and was seen about 3:10 p.m. on a traffic surveillance camera heading home.
When he arrived home, he was reported to be going to his father’s house nearby to work on a deck. When family members arrived at the house that afternoon, his wallet and keys were on the counter. He had not been seen since.
Sorry to hear it russ bummer deal man
Story sounds sus
I prayed every night that he would come home. I love my sister in law, Marilyn Toliver so much and my heart literally aches for her. I sure didn’t want this outcome. May the Lord wrap you in his loving arms during this sad time. No words will ever stop the pain but just know we all love you but most of all God loves you more.
I’m so sorry. Praying for comfort from our Lord Jesus.💔
Julie Guzman
In so very sorry. Prayers to family, my condolences
Prayers for your family 🙏🙏🙏
Prayers 🙏 for everyone
I am sad you did not get the outcome you had so hoped for. The holidays will be just a little more challenging this year. I hope you will choose to celebrate his life as you remember the good times. Let your warmest memories offer you comfort in your hardest days. He is now at peace. God bless
So sorry to hear this. My prayers and condolences
In so very sorry. Prayers to family, my condolences
omg I’m so so so sorry 😞
I am so sorry to read this report, how heartbreaking! God be with all of you! RIP
Thoughts and prayers for his loved ones!
🙏🙏🙏
Such sad news for the family. I’m sure they are glad to have closure but can’t imagine the pain they are going through. Send thoughts and prayers to his family and friends 💔❤️.
My thoughts and Prayers to your family. I am truly sorry for your loss.🙏🙏🙏
Be at peace
So sorry my prayers 🙏 r with the family
So very sorry for your families loss. Lifting you all in prayer.
I’m so sorry to hear this, I was so hoping for a happy outcome! Prayers to his friends and family!
Condolences to his family and friends. May comfort be found in the memories he left behind.
This is sad news. To the family I am sorry for your loss and send you my prayers to heal your grief.
I’m am so sorry for that poor family. I prayed he would be found alive. What a shame.
Who was living in the house at that time???
I tried to spread the word. I hope this brings closure to all the sleepless nights for the family. God bless this family.
Lord thank you for his family has some closure. I’m sorry for his passing. At least they know even thought it’s so sad
God be with his family.
Who was living with him in that house at the time??
Our thoughts and prayers are with Richard’s family!
Great job troy pd! Shmucks
So sorry this was the outcome. Prayers to your family
Prayers to the family. 🙏
So sorry for your loss.
I have been praying for his safe return I am so deeply sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Been praying for him. I’m so sorry!
You have my deepest and sincere sympathy
Brother Rich I am sad to have lost you. It 2 years about this time we were together, having wings and talking about life. I didn’t realize that would be the last time I see you. RIP.
I have been praying and praying for positive response. So sorry to hear this news especially right around Christmas
I have been praying for a positive response and am sorry to hear this news especially right around Christmas. What is this world coming to pray tell
My deepest condolences to Marilyn.
So sorry for your loss…hopefully you get more answers..
Much love and strength coming your way. Always have a ear for you.
Rachel
So sorry for the familt. My condolences.
I am so very sorry for your family. You are all in my prayers.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I’ve been following the case the last couple months. My prayers for family and friends.