McMinnville resident and White County native E. Louis Madewell, 72, was born Aug. 23, 1942 and died suddenly April 21 at DeKalb Community Hospital in Smithville due to an automobile accident. Mr. Madewell was an employee of B&G Supply in Smithville for 47 years, a member of the Warren County Lions Club, and a Christian who worshiped with the congregation at Westwood Church of Christ in McMinnville. He enjoyed being with his family and many friends, enjoyed mowing the lawn, woodworking, and always helping others.He was the son of the late Gilbert and Georgie McCormack Madewell.