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Max Gregory Ergen

Max Ergen Obituary

Ergen, Max Gregory Born April 27, 1985. Went Home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, September 12, 2012, at his favorite place, the cottage at Cedar Lake. Beloved son of Gregory and Helen Ergen. Dear brother of Helena (Jon) Garcia of Pasadena, CA, Eric (Natasha) and Abby Ergen. Loving grandson of Lowell and Marcy Ergen. Special uncle of Ariel and Gideon Ergen and Jackson Garcia. Further survived by many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by grandparents Melvin and Gertie Ruh and Helen Ergen. Memorial Visitation Friday, September 21, 4:00-7:00 PM at HARVEST COMMUNITY CHURCH, 6612 S. Howell Ave. and Saturday, September 22, 10:00-11:00 AM. Memorial Services at 11:00 AM. Max was an Eagle Scout, a Bay View High School graduate, attended the U.S. Air Force Academy, a UW-Milwaukee graduate and was employed by Hilmot Corporation of Waukesha. "Max worked hard and played hard. He was soft-hearted, fiercely loyal and self-sacrificing to family and friends. He honored his God, Country and Family by the way he lived" In lieu of flowers, memorials will be used to honor Max's memory.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Sep. 19, 2012.

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Sue Snyder

September 13, 2024

Max was a lively and sweet boy who will always be remembered!

Cathy page

September 14, 2020

Remembering Max and sending continued strength in prayer. I'd like to think that he and Adrienne spend time together now ❤ hugs
Cathy Page

Renae Burchardt

September 25, 2012

So sorry to hear about your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Kerry & Andy Olcott

September 25, 2012

I am so sad to hear about Max. Greg, Helen and Abby, my heart aches for you all. :( I love you all

Dennis & Theresa Weber

September 25, 2012

Greg, Helen and family,
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of Max. May our loving Lord give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Chun & Sonia Lee (Geiser)

September 23, 2012

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Friends of Eric.

Patricia Marchant

September 23, 2012

Dear Ergen Family,

We are holding all of you in our thoughts and prayers as you continue to say goodbye to Max.
May God bless you all,

The Marchant Family

Mark Capstran

September 22, 2012

May God continue to be your rock and refuge during this time. We are so sorry for your loss.

Jack and Jermaine Lechler

September 21, 2012

We extend our sympathy, thoughts and prayers to you at this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.

Sue Snyder

September 21, 2012

Dear Helen, Lena and the Ergen family. My heart is so saddened to learn of Max's passing. Such a terrible loss. He was all boy in second grade. God be with each of you .

Carla Brunner

September 21, 2012

Ergen Family: "The Lord bless you and keep you, the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift His countenance upon you, and give you PEACE."

Tim Manzke

September 20, 2012

To the Ergen Family,
I am very sorry to hear the about Max. He was one of my Student's in AP Calculus. I remember him as a very smart young man and a great student. My deepest condolences to the Ergen family and I hope Max is in a better place.
Tim Manzke

Jim and Maria Fischbach

September 20, 2012

Dear Ergen family, So sorry to hear about the recent death of Max. We hadthe opportunity to get to know you all through the years as our own children grew up along side some of yours. We hurt with you and pray God's strength on you all day by day. Jim and Maria Fischbach

Gail Duncan

September 20, 2012

I will always remember "Little Maxie coming into the office at Elm Creative Arts School wiht his Superman cape on along with his cowboy boots!" Oh Yes!! That was our Maxie! Many fond memories and chuckles. All Ergans are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dana & Bethany Ratliff

September 20, 2012

May God wrap his loving arms around you. May He fill you with His peace like only He can do in this very difficult time. You are loved.

Jacob and Stephanie Brushafer and Gorlewski

September 20, 2012

Max was truly a great friend and will be greatly missed. Max was a great help in my wedding and would always do what he could to help a friend. We will always have our memories of playing football, camping, and just hanging out. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

September 20, 2012

All of us at Cedar Lake are deeply sadden at the passing of Max. May the Lord bless and keep your family in your time of need.
Jim & Tricia Dittmar

The Cedars Resort

September 20, 2012

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!!! God Bless you during this time and always.

September 20, 2012

Greg,Helen,Lena,Abby,Eric and Tasha,
My love goes out to each of you at this very difficult time. I shall always consider myself a richer person to have known Max and to be able to have called him a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you-
Claudia Macintosh-McDermott

Jessica Baker

September 20, 2012

Dear Ergen Family,
My heart, thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Max was such a kind hearted man. He never complained about having to deal with us crazy girl scouts running around, he was ALWAYS willing to help. God bless <3

Dan Edwards

September 20, 2012

The world's a less cool place without Max in it.

September 20, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to out to you and your entire family. Kathie and Bob Engel, Franklin, Wi.

Courtney Piontek

September 19, 2012

The Ergen family, and Max's many friends, have my deepest sympathies. Max was a great person. I am blessed to have known him. He will be greatly missed.

September 19, 2012

Our prayers remain with your family, know that you are deeply loved, and we are standing with you during this difficult time.
Ray and Carol Gumm

September 19, 2012

Helen, Greg, Eric and Abby,
I am so sorry to hear about Max. Max contacted me recently, it was good to see him again. May God bless you all at this time of loss.
Jim Macintosh

Steve Ellis

September 19, 2012

Helen and Greg my deepest sympathies to your family for the loss of Max Your family is in my prayers and may God comfort you in this time of sadness.

September 19, 2012

God will be your strength in this time of greiving. Our prayers and sympathy to the Ergen family.
With God's Hand Upon You
The Doria's

September 19, 2012

Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with your family!! May God comfort you all during this incredibly difficult time!! Love to you all...Al, Chris, Sabrina & Cynthia Pruszka

Whitney Morales

September 19, 2012

My prayers and thoughts go out to the Ergen family. Max was the first person I gave my heart to such a long time ago. I will miss you Max. Thank you for your friendship, for always treating me with respect, for filling my life with much laughter, and for the many
memories we shared.

September 19, 2012

Greg, Helen and siblings,
May God be with you at this difficult time. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Elizabeth Kubat,
MPS Occupational Therapist

Tracy Wunrow

September 19, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of Max's passing....we really enjoyed knowing Max, and knowing him throughout his scouting life...Our hearts go out to all of you. May God hold Max in the palm of His hands.... Our deepest sympathies.... God bless...
Dave, Tracy, Cory and Jamie Wunrow

September 19, 2012

Our hearts and prayers are with you and your entire family... LOVE, Fran Jasper and Christina Young

Kelsey (Gumm) Serednyj

September 19, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go to you the Ergen Family. We will miss Max terribly what a great guy! Always the life of the party at youth group and a great listener! So blessed to have had him in my life.

Anita Sengthong

September 19, 2012

I will miss Max tremendously. Max I love you like a son and enjoyed your company your laughter and your humor. We were blessed to have you in our lives.

September 19, 2012

Helen and Family: I am so very, very sorry to see this on-line. Please know you are all in thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. May God bless and keep you. Debby Jonas

Cathy and Adrienne Page

September 19, 2012

With heartfelt sympathy ...Max is fondly remembered by Adrienne and I. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless.

Joslyn Ware

September 19, 2012

My prayers and symphathy go out to the Ergen family. Such a huge loss. Max will always hold a special place in my heart. My dear homeschool friend!

September 19, 2012

Our hearts are grieving deeply with you in your loss of dear Max. May God give you peace in this very sad time.
Sincerely, John and Paula Moran

Anne Westfahl

September 19, 2012

May God be with you in this time of sorrow. You are in my prayers.

Tom & Katie Piontek

September 19, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Max, You left us too early... RIP

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