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Max Biddle Obituary
Born: March 19, 1936
Died: January 5, 2026
Max D. Biddle, age 89, of St. Charles, IL, died peacefully surrounded by family members on Monday, January 5, 2026.
He was born March 19, 1936, in Griggsville, IL, to Donald and Florine (Corey) Biddle. He married Barbara Jean Oswald, May 29, 1957, she survives him.
Max is survived by two children, Donald Biddle (Lora) of St. Charles, parents of Cori Salamone (Thomas), daughters Olivia, Vivian, and son Devon, Emma Cerbin (Mark), and Lora Wey (Anthony), daughter Taylor and son Christian and grandson Douglas (Jennifer), sons Brandon and Max and daughters Alyssa and Clara. He was preceded in death by his son, Stephen Biddle, and parents Donald and Florine. His brother Corwin Biddle also survives him.
Max graduated with a Bachelor's degree from Western Illinois University in 1957 where he was a member of Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity, active in the Delta Sigma Phi Alumni Association, and later earned a Master's degree from Northern Illinois University. In 1961, Max began his professional career in St. Charles District #303 as a sixth-grade teacher with the now closed, Shelby Elementary. He served as an Elementary Principal from 1964-79 and was later promoted to Assistant Superintendent of Schools in charge of Busing, Building, and Grounds until his retirement in 1993. Active in the community during his lifetime, Max served as Director of Little League Baseball and Biddy Basketball, and was a member of Kiwanis Club, St. Charles Methodist Church, and the Congregational United Church of Christ in St. Charles.
A visitation will be held Friday, January 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Yurs Funeral Home, St. Charles. Funeral services will be held 10:30 A.M., Saturday, January 17, at the Congregational United Church of Christ in St. Charles.
Memorials may be made in Max's name to the Alzheimer's Association or the Congregational United Church of Christ in St. Charles.
For further information, please call Yurs Funeral Home, St. Charles, 630-584-0060.
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Gr
January 17, 2026
What a remarkable man God hold him forever
Sharon Carney
January 15, 2026
Mr Biddle was my 6th grade teacher at Shelby School in St Charles. Everyone loved him. He made learning fun. All the girls adored him. RIP Mr Biddle.
Lee and Dayle Falk pop
January 15, 2026
Our deepest sympathy to the Biddle family. Max was a great guy and always fun to listen to when he would analyze and explain any subject you were discussing. You will be missed, our friend.
Bill Ruby
January 8, 2026
So sorry to hear this max was a great person i new him as a little kid and enjoyed playing golf with him when i got older what a character he was.
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Jennifer Leonard-Comperda
January 8, 2026
As his former daughter-in-law, I´ll always remember Max as a family man above all. He was blessed when his beautiful bride, Barb, came into his life, creating their beloved family. Together, they endured and prospered, forming a legacy of love, patience, compromise, acceptance and care. Max gave back to his community and impacted many lives during his time here on earth. May he Rest in Peace and may the happy and good memories sooth all who know and love him as we grieve.
Ann & Pete Baldino
January 8, 2026
So sorry to hear this, Max was a great guy and Pete and I always enjoyed being around him. Lots of good memories. We will miss seeing his smiling face at the Moose Lodge. Rest in peace Max!!
Beth Heyob
January 7, 2026
I am so sorry to see this! Jim and I had many wonderful times with Max, " The baby whisperer" may he rest in peace
Kelly Shattler Foster
January 7, 2026
Mr Biddle was the principal when I was a student at David Elementary School back in the early 1970's. He was a lovely man. St Charles was lucky to have him in the community for so long. He will be missed.
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