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Max Ivan Michels passed away peacefully and went to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, February 2, 2020. He was born in Canton, Ohio on March 29, 1929 to Max Ostrosky Michels and Margaret Miller Michels.
Max received his Bachelor of Science degree from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio and his Medical Doctorate from the University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine. He began his medical career by serving in the United States Air Force from 1953-1974 and retired as a Colonel. During his years in the military, he served as Chief of Pediatrics at Chanute AFB, Illinois; Chief of Pediatrics and Pediatric Consultant for Europe in Weisbaden, Germany; and Chief of Allergy and Immunology Service at Willford Hall, San Antonio, Texas. He was the recipient of the Legion of Merit Award in 1974.
After retirement from the Air Force, he became the Co-Director of the Allergy and Immunology Fellowship Program at the UT Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas. In 1978, he opened his private medical practice in Allergy and Immunology until his retirement in 1998. He was a member of the American Board of Pediatrics; American Board of Pediatrics – Allergy; and American Board of Allergy and Immunology. He was on staff at Santa Rosa, Methodist, Humana, and St. Luke's Baptist Hospitals. Max was a revered and respected doctor who went above and beyond to diagnose and treat his patients, both young and old. Throughout his medical career, Max continued to research and presented to allergy seminars across the United States.
Max was preceded in death by his first wife, Jean Wilson Michels, their son, Christopher Wilson Michels, and their grandson, Christopher Giesey. He is survived by Gregory W. Michels, Jean Michels Giesey (Charles), Kevin P. Michels (Jamie), and Patricia Michels Anderson (Glen). He is also survived by his loving wife, Georgette Michels, Corey Guess, and Stephanie Guess Richard (Jason). Grandchildren are Wes Guild (Ivy), Jessica Giesey, Ian Michels (Katelyn), and Rebekah Richard. Great grandchildren are Ella and Avery Michels. He also had special nieces and nephews, Martha Lindsay Nahoum, Jackson Nahoum (Lindsey), and Harper Nahoum (Alexandria); and great nephews, Jack and John Nahoum.
Max, also known as "Doctor Max" or "Doc", loved God and his family and was an extraordinary man. He was wise and knowledgeable about any subject and was an inspiration to all who knew him. His hobbies were gardening and wood carving, and his family is the proud recipient of many priceless carvings he completed over the years.
The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to Helping Our Seniors and his wonderful caregivers over the past three years – Nelson, Maria, Rosalinda, Diana, and Mary. They all treated Max with love and respect. In addition, the family would like to thank Vitas Hospice for the excellent care they provided.
The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 P.M on Monday, February 10, 2020 at Porter Loring Mortuary North.
CELEBRATION OF LIFETUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 20202:30 P.M.PARKHILLS BAPTIST CHURCH17747 SAN PEDRO AVENUESAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78232
A private family interment will be held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to the Christian School at Castle Hills (website is castlehills.school)
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Robin Cross
August 1, 2021
Dr. Michaels was a Godsend to my family. Our young son was a toddler with severe asthma, when we relocated to San Antonio. Dr. Michaels went above and beyond, teaching me how to manage his care, viewing his nasal swabs under a microscope, educating me on The Mothers of Asthmatics group and newsletters (this was pre-internet and social media) and Camp Broncho opportunities for him. He was always thoughtful, insightful and we were so blessed to have had him care for our son.
Carmen Perez
January 26, 2021
It sadness me he is gone
I was patient and staff worker, and I just found out, I wish the best and my condolences to family, he was a fantastic doctor, he knew his medicine.
Patty Locke
February 15, 2020
Dr. Michaels did it all, and so nicely and respectively. He allowed my dentist husband to give me my shots at home. I always appreciated that. It was reassuring to see him in church and know his knowledge and leadership came from God. I pray for you, family and friends, that your pain of loss will lessen quickly.
God bless,
Patty Barry Locke
Patty Locke
February 15, 2020
Dr. Michaels was the very best allergist I've ever had. He did it all and he did it properly and fully. He allowed my dentist husband to give me my shots. It was reassuring when I saw Dr. Michaels at church. I realized he had help from above in every area of his life. He was a blessing. He is missed. I hope the family's hurt recedes quickly. God bless you all.
Patty Barry Locke
Monica and Tiny Macias
February 14, 2020
We are so sad and sorry to hear of Dr. Michels passing. He was a wonderful man, a wonderful boss to my mother Tiny Macias. She is heartbroken to hear of this. He was so good to our family, especially when my father passed away. Such a gentle soul and outstanding physician. We will always remember him and that wonderful smile. Rest in Peace Dr. Michels. We will meet again.
JANET STANTON
February 13, 2020
Dr. Michels was a great physician and human being. He was our daughters' physician from age 6 and 8, until they left for college. He was always interested, calming and knowledgeable. He helped one daughter with a science project, and found a thyroid problem with another. They never hated going to the doctor with him, even when they were young.
With sympathy to the family,
Janet Stanton
Wanda Barrett
February 12, 2020
Greg,
So sorry to hear of your fathers passing. He was an amazing man. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Always, Wanda
Charlie Granstaff
February 10, 2020
Max Michels was a wonderful gentleman that I was privileged to call my friend. He was also my allergist for many years. He was exceptionally capable and had a very strong faith. He was extremely knowledgeable in a variety of subjects, and he had a wonderful spirit. He was a devoted husband, father and friend. I will miss him as I am sure his family and his other friends will as well. He made the world a better place. God Bless, Charlie Granstaff
Terry Sanders
February 10, 2020
I first met Dr. Michels when I took my then 3 year old son to be evaluated for allergies. I found him to be thorough and unrushed during the consultation and exam. My son was started on allergy shots at that time and I was allowed to give them at home since I was an RN. At age 10 he diagnosed my son with asthma and my son continued to see him until he retired. My husband and I were also his patients. I am very grateful for the wonderful care that he provided, he was a truly special physician.
stephen smell
February 9, 2020
With Heartfelt sympathy. Elsie Smell and Stephen Smell
Stan & Claudia Richard
February 6, 2020
It is almost impossible to put into words an appropriate message about DOC! He was one of a kind...a gentle and loving man who cared about people, about learning and sharing what he knew, and he was off the charts intelligent, , and yet he was one of the kindest souls I have ever known. He will be missed so much by so many. Rest in peace dear Dr MAX !
Gerald Jetter
February 6, 2020
He is also a great Gardner - We still have the plants he gave Us, every spring we talk about Doc Michels and enjoy the blossoms. Truly a Man of God. He will be greatly missed.
Georgette & family you are in our Prayers and we know we will send him again.
Sue and John Laskowski
February 6, 2020
Dr. Michels , was a very kind and Joyful man, he was always so kind to us.
We will miss him. God Bless his wonderful family . Love to all, John and Sue Laskowski
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