Maxwell Harrison Belknap

1989 - 2017

Maxwell Harrison Belknap, Max, formerly of West Chester Maxwell Harrison Belknap, Max, 27, passed away on Jan. 21, 2017 in a tragic car accident. Max was born on Oct, 8, 1989, in Cleveland, OH and moved to West Chester, PA where he lived until 8th grade. He spent his high school years in Southbury, CT. After graduating from Culinary School, Max started his life adventure by driving across the U.S. stopping in to visit with friends and family along the way. He landed in Elma, WA, where he found his passion and peace. He lived there for the last 2 years, surrounded by his extended family, friends and loved ones. Wherever Max lived, he built a community of friends. His family is most proud of Max’s acceptance and respect of others. He loved his family and friends deeply, and those warm, loving feelings were returned to him over and over again. His passion for life extended into his many interests, including gardening, cooking for friends and family, shooting and being outdoors. His quiet time pursuits included watching movies and being an avid reader. His love for children was evident in the time and care he spent with his nieces, nephews and friends’ children. Max was always there for his friends and family, and he was protective over those he loved. He is survived by his parents, Robert W. Jr. and Susan Burt Belknap; his sister, Alison and his AFS sister, Maria Gabriela Montoya Corrales; his paternal grandfather, Robert W. Belknap, Sr., his maternal grandparents, Donald and Dorothy (Walker) Burt and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Beatrice (Ring) Belknap and uncle, Gary Beers. Max’s parents and sister would like to thank the family and friends in Max’s world who helped make his life so wonderful. A Celebration of Max’s life will be held on Saturday, Feb. 4 at 2 pm at the United Church of Christ, Southbury (283 Main St., Southbury, CT). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of Max and his rescue animals, Layla and Elvis, to PAWS of Greys Harbor: www.pawsgh.org To share memories or leave a condolence message for the family please visit www.harrisonfamilymortuary.com