DR. MAX "UNCLE MAX" SCHNEIDER

Max was my brother's scoutmaster at Boyscout camp and became my father's doctor. When he entered our house to help in the crisis of my dad's early life heart attacks, my panic would ease down to fear and then hope. When the cardiologist arrived Max's regard for his words and the symbol of his respect as he held the elder doctor's coat to assist him has remained in my memory over the 58 years since his death. I had chosen medicine for my calling before 10 years of age and was told repeatedly that my opportunities on that path would be very limited because I was a woman, and a Jewish one. With a cardiac invalid father it appeared that I could not matriculate because of lack of support. But Max made it possible and I did become a doctor, practiced Internal medicine and endocrinology for 25 years and then trained again to add psychiatry and psychoanalysis to my career. My college roomate and I visited Max and Ron early in my career, but I rue that I did not stay in touch and learned tonight of the great hearted Max Schneider's death. So I rejoice in his long life despite his struggle with a personal health problem and simultaneously mourn the world's and my loss of a prodigious role model. Rest in peace Max.
Roberta Beckman Gonzalez, M.D.

Such an honor to have been in my life, I honor his life.

Max, we are going to miss you. You were such an inspiration to so many.

Dr. Max was very smart, courageous, and funny person who touched my heart and the hearts of many others. He often made me laugh. My condolences to his husband, Ron.

When I first met Max at the St Joseph's recovery unit, his first words to me were,"we have been waiting for you.". May his higher power have the same thought.

I salute you Dr. Thank you for leading us in the right direction! May you always be remembered as the icon you are in the field!

Max, you were a blessing to countless people trying to get back on the path. You will be greatly missed. Can't help but smile, though, just thinking about you. Thank you for being uniquely You. Much Love.

What a great man and what a great legacy.
Truly a treasure.

We were enriched by Max's zest for life, outrageous humor and unstoppable intellect. Ron, thank you for your devotion and tender care. Our thoughts and love are with you.

Tom, JoAnn and Leigh Alexander

What a wonderful, wonderful man, leader in the addiction field, and friend. Loved his caring, his humor, his intellect. Max, you will be so missed. Ron, my aloha and condolences to you. Aloha, Joyce

truly loved you..will miss you

I am saddened to learn of Max's demise. He was on the staff of Beverly Manor when I was a patient there in '75. He was most helpful when I was trying to get my life straightened out. Now it has been over 39 years and I am so grateful. My condolences to Max's family and friends.

Max had a warm smile and a funny joke on every occasion we met, even during surprise visits in our mutual dentists office! His example of unconditional love and charitable giving inspires the next generation to do our part. A personal hero is gone but will never be forgotten.

What a man! What a legacy! You were one of a kind, Dr. Max--a real gem!

To a very caring and generous man, Max , you have been a very friend to me and a very good listener. You will always be remembered.

What a legacy, indeed! Celebrate his life sharing stories of his incredible life.

Max always had a good word and some humor to share with those he saw. He was a generous man in spirit and action. He loved the community here in OC and was a wonderful early supporter of Men Alive. RIP my friend

Max was in every way a great teacher, hero, and friend. He and Ron were role models for many, many others.

Carlos A. Lamboy & George Marcelle
Los Angeles

I will always remember Max. He inspired me and many others who knew him to make a difference, work for human rights for the gay community, and to savor friends and life along the way. I think what I will remember most is his unfailing sense of humor. He will be missed.

Words that are adequate to describe the contribution Dr. Max made to making the world a better place and spreading a little laughter and joy in the process

Max is a true legend in OC. His welcoming smile and big hugs will be missed.

Max brought us joy and laughter, and was a generous and kind man. We will remember him always.

Ed Miskevich and Scott Westerfield