Maddie Mogen, a beloved resident of Moscow, Idaho, was tragically and senselessly taken from this world. On November 13, 2022, she was found deceased in a rental home, a victim of a tragic murder that shocked her community and the nation. Reports have it that Maddie Mogen was murdered by Bryan Kohberger. Autopsy reports later revealed that Maddie had likely been asleep at the time of the attack, adding another layer of heartbreak to an already devastating situation.
Who was Maddie Morgan
Maddie spent most of her life in Northern Idaho, where she grew up surrounded by the natural beauty of the region and the warmth of her close-knit family and friends. She was known for her vibrant personality, her compassion, and her ability to bring joy and light to those around her. Her tragic and untimely death has left an unfillable void in the hearts of her family, friends, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. The grief experienced by her loved ones continues to echo, as they remember not just the way she died—but more importantly, the way she lived.
Tribute in honor of Maddie Mogen
In the wake of Maddie’s passing, a deeply moving tribute was shared online by a close friend, capturing the essence of who Maddie Mogen truly was:
“I’ve been trying to come up with the words to explain how I’m feeling and what Maddie means to me, but how do you describe someone who’s truly indescribable? How do you sum up a soul so full of life, laughter, and love in just a few sentences? The time I shared with Maddie—and with the amazing group of friends we built during that time—has helped shape the person I am today.”
Her friend continued, highlighting Maddie Mogen’s rare gift for lifting others up:
“Maddie Mogen had this magical way of turning even the darkest moments into something light, into laughter. She never failed to make me smile. I never once felt judged by her—only loved, understood, and accepted. She was the kind of person you could trust with anything. Hands down, she was one of the funniest people I’ve ever met, but you wouldn’t always see it right away—she let you in when she was ready, and when she did, it was something special. She was loyal, honest, supportive, sympathetic—everything you’d want in a friend. She lived with joy and excitement for each new day, yet never forgot to live in the present.”
“She loved a good party but was just as happy staying in with pizza and old Disney movies. She hated long walks, could cry over food in a heartbeat, and yet she was endlessly grateful for everything and everyone in her life. Her effortless way of caring for others was something rare and beautiful. It inspired me. I don’t know if I’ll ever have a friendship like the one I had with Maddie again, but even if I don’t, I’ll be forever thankful for the years we had together—just being goofy, just being a family. That kind of bond doesn’t come around often, and I’ll cherish it for the rest of my life.”
The message ended with a promise that Maddie Mogen would never be forgotten:
“I love you forever, DD Mads. I won’t stop checking the updates. I won’t stop demanding justice. And I won’t let anyone forget who Maddie Mogen is. She had a soul so radiant, so unique, that words can’t truly capture it. She was—and always will be—incomparable.”
Maddie Mogen’s legacy lives on in the countless lives she touched with her warmth, her humor, and her heart. While her physical presence is no longer with us, her spirit remains—an enduring light in the memories of those who loved her most. She will be remembered not as a victim, but as a vibrant young woman full of promise, laughter, kindness, and compassion. A force of good in the world whose impact will never fade.”
At the Maddie Morgan family has not released any detail about Maddie’s funeral and so we write to appeal to the public to respect the wishes of the family so they can grieve their loved one in privacy.