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Max Close Obituary
Lori Kresila
March 3, 2021
Brock, Sara and Rylan, my heart is breaking for you. Max was such a sweetheart. I'll never forget him talking about his trip to the Galápagos Islands. He was so excited. A great smile and a kind heart. I will always remember him being Cameron's first boyfriend. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Arlene Kray
February 27, 2021
Brock - My heart hurts for you and your family. So very sad to hear this news.
Vivien Mathis Daniel
February 27, 2021
Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your family on your son death. I'm sure that his memory will forever live on in your hearts.
Dave and Tina Hoban
February 27, 2021
Brock, we are so very sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and your family. We wish you peace and love always.
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Pam Thompson, Teacher
February 27, 2021
It was my privilege to have Max in both my ELA and SS classes during his 6th-grade year. His sense of fun brightened our classroom, and created a family bond among our class. I wish you peace as we all mourn the loss of a beautiful young man.
April Williams
February 26, 2021
Our condolences for the loss of a beautiful soul. Max will forever be missed but never forgotten.
Robin Budnick
February 26, 2021
Brock, my sincere condolences to you and your family. May your memories of Max and his friend be a blessing to help you through this difficult time.
Jamie Stewart
February 26, 2021
My heart is heavy today in learning of your son's tragic death along with his longtime friend, Alejandro. Brock, your words ministered to me that you shared on Channel 19 in reflection. May you find some measure of comfort in hiding together as a family in the shadow of God's wing & the amazing memories Max left in the hearts of the people who knew him.
MARY THOMPSON
February 26, 2021
Brock, Heartfelt thoughts go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jason Nieding
February 26, 2021
My condolences to the Close family.
Joshua J
February 26, 2021
I'm deeply sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for your entire family. You'll all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Lesley Forneris
February 25, 2021
I'm deeply sorry your family is experiencing the pain of a loss like this. I'm thinking of you all as you celebrate Max's remarkable life. I hope you feel surrounded by much love.
Victoria Gonzalez
February 24, 2021
Although we've never met I just want you to know that my heart and prayers are with you and your family during this most unfortunate time.
Tino Perez
February 24, 2021
My sincere condolences to the Brock family, I know there are no words that can offer you comfort during this horrible time. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.I hope the memories of your time together as parents and as family offer you comfort in the future.
Bobby Baughman
February 24, 2021
My whole heart goes out the family. Much too soon to have been taken away. My you find peace in knowing he is watching over you all during this devastating time.
Brad and Dawn Sheppard
February 24, 2021
We can't imagine the pain you're feeling this week and we are so sorry for your tremendous loss. Our son graduated with Max and had him in a few classes. Our hearts are heavy for everyone involved and pray that beautiful memories bring comfort to you and that you find yourself surrounded with family and friends to give you strength and peace in the days ahead.
Char Henry
February 24, 2021
My heart aches for you, Sara, Brock, Barb, Rylan and Brian (family). You are in my thoughts and prayers as I keep you close to my heart, love Aunt Char
Lisa Kay Snyder
February 24, 2021
My deepest condolences.
Tracy Walters
February 24, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart breaks for your family. Sending much Love and Condolences!
Martha Fabian
February 24, 2021
Sara and Brock and the entire Close family, our deepest sympathy for your terrible loss. May God be with you and with those two sweet souls who were taken much to early.
Jerry and Martha Fabian
Mary Jane Miller
February 24, 2021
My granddaughter was LHS Class of 2020. I am so incredibly sorry for your family, no one should have to lose a child. I am praying for you, please take care of yourselves and get help when you can. My family used Cornerstone of Hope when we lost my daughter. God Bless You in these horrific times.
Robert Cameron
February 24, 2021
Dear Brock,
So sorry to hear of you and your family's loss of Max. It is so difficult loosing a child. In 1988, our family loss our son Ryan. He was 4 years old. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. Bob Cameron Feb. 24,2021
Peter Leek
February 24, 2021
Sara and Family. My heart goes out to you all for your loss. You are all in my prayers during this most difficult time.
April Shewmaker
February 23, 2021
I'm SO sorry for your loss. My girls, Brooke and Cierra grew up on Hopkins with Max and Rylan. They have so many fond memories with them. We are sending lots of prayers to your family.
Renee Shell
February 23, 2021
I see this truth and send ease.
Patricia and Michael Roehrick
February 23, 2021
Our hearts feel heavy at the loss of your beautiful son. No words can ease your pain. Just know we are here for you, Sara and Brock.
Olivia Vuyancih
February 23, 2021
Max was one of my classmates. He always knew how to put a smile on my face when we were in class. This loss is tragic. I hope his family is able to find healing soon and I can't even begin to imagine what you are going through as a family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
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