In memory of

Michael "Machol" Acuil Mading

Memphis, TN

March 10, 1998 - May 14, 2024

Mar 10, 1998 - May 14, 2024

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In memory of

Michael "Machol" Acuil Mading

Passed

May 14, 2024
Born

March 10, 1998
Resided

Memphis, TN

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Update from Aug. 8, 2024

Greetings from Juba,

A month ago today, we were able to bury Machol in his father's village. We also held a prayer service two days prior. Here is the link:
https://www.facebook.com/shar…

There are many more photos and videos to share but, as you can imagine, it is very overwhelming. We'd like to thank you again for your support and prayers. You have made this journey more bearable and for that we are truly grateful.
Sincerely,

Saree Mading

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Michael Acuil Mading, Jr was born on Tuesday, March 10, 1998 in Sacramento, California to Saree and Michael Mading. He is the last of three children. On the day he was born, his father officially named him Michael Acuil Mading, Jr. but his mother only called him “Machol” – the name of his father’s late brother. As a young child, he was called ShooShoo; a common nickname given to children of South Sudanese ancestry.

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