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for Max Starkloff
Steven J. Oberman, MSW
January 25, 2011
Dear Colleen,
It was with sorrow that I found out of Max's death. I sent my condolence to you.
I remember working as a volunteer with Paraquad on West Pine and living in the Boulevard.
Max was a light and guide for all disabled citizens in Metro St. Louis and the nation. I took my experience and became involved with the Center for Independent Living here in Columbia, MO.
Again, I send my condolence to you and your family.
Richard Katz
January 18, 2011
Dear Colleen,
Please except my condolences on the death of your husband. Max was certainly a pioneer and a gentleman. His work for the disabled will certainly be missed.
Max Kaiser Jr.
January 11, 2011
TO THE STARKLOFF FAMILY:
Please know of my prayerful sympathy on the death of MAX D. STARKLOFF.
Max's ingeniuity, initiative, and sense of the public good helped make the lives of thousands of mobility-challenged Americans and others worldwide much more fulfilled through his dynamic and imaginative advocacy for their greater accessibility, career and lifestyle opportunities.
Max's creativity, wit, keen insights and enthusiasm for future positive developments for the disabled throughout society will continue to inspire many.
May he rest in peace--and know of my heartfelt salute to his remarkable life, from one Max to another!
Sincerely,
Max Kaiser, Jr.
Becki Hartke
January 6, 2011
Dear Colleen,
I was so sad to hear about Max. I have often thought about you both since moving to California. Max was an amazing person who changed the lives of so many. I know you will continue the work the two of you so passionately believed in. I feel honored that I had the opportunity to work with you both while I was at the Missouri History Museum. My love and prayers are with you.
Lauren Soares
January 4, 2011
Colleen and family,
It was an honor to know Max! I met him when I volunteered with Paraquad as a young child. His vision and leadership created opportunties within the disabled community. He is a treasure that will never be forgotten.
Donna Bielicke
January 4, 2011
Colleen, Again i'm so sorry for your loss. "The Chief" was an amazing human being and he has done and will continue to do so much for those who would otherwise not have the accomodations they need to live purposeful lives. You and your family are in my prayers.
Donna Bielicke
January 3, 2011
Few leave a legacy that changes as many lives as Max Starkloff....condolences to his family from a grateful city.
Sister Julie Cutter
January 3, 2011
Dear Colleen,
Please accept my sincere prayers and support as you grieve the loss of Max. Thank you for your life of faith and generous service. I am grateful for Max and his efforts on behalf of persons living with disabilities.
Lizzie Starkloff Morrison
January 3, 2011
Dear Starkloff family ,
Sending you my condolences to you. I never got to know Max but have heard extrodinary words about him from my mother .
Sincerely, Lizzie Starkloff Morrison
John Earl
January 3, 2011
Dear Colleen,
Max was the last link to my maternal family. My mother, Marya Starkloff Earl, was very close to Max. Recent health problems have left me disabled. And I often realize that so many of the features that accamodate the disabled are a result of Max's vision. I am very grateful for his contributions that make my life a little easier. One of my favorite memories is of B.B.Q. in your backyard with Kathy, you, Max and Carl. I learned so much about the Starkloff's that afternoon.
You and Max are in my prayers,
John A. Earl jr.
Naomi Soule
January 2, 2011
Colleen,
Losing Max is a big loss for the disabled community in St. Louis, and across the nation.
It's such an honor to have worked with Max and you over the last decade. I gained so much from working with both of you over the last ten years, and thank you for asking me to participate in so many projects. Max taught me so much about the Independent Living Movement, and was a wise and thoughtful advisor, when the going got rough.
I know, Colleen, you and all of us will carry on Max’s vision, as he would want us to do. We'll will miss him, but will keep fighting the good fight.
With Sadness and Thanks,
Naomi Soule
Ellen Hess
January 2, 2011
Colleen, My thoughts are with you, your immediate and extended families. Over the eight years I was employed by David Newburger, I had the good fortune of speaking to Max often. His inspiration on life was contagious. Keep all the good memories in your heart.
January 2, 2011
I am sorry for your loss. I was manager at Kean Drug and always enjoyed seeing Max. I know he made a major impact on the advances in hadicapped services and access. Curt Fulbright
Mary Beth Akers
January 1, 2011
I am so sorry to hear the news. Prayers for you and your family.
January 1, 2011
Colleen, I recall such wonderful visits with you and Max. Our contacts through the Catholic Commission for the Handicapped were very special. Blessings and Peace at this time of sorrow.
Sister Arline Eveld, CSJ
Sarah, Mary, & Steve Paul
January 1, 2011
Colleen,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you, your family, and also with the many people who share in the loss of your amazing husband.
Buzz Ullrich
January 1, 2011
Numerous were the times over the years when I was assigned an interview opportunity with Max. EVERY time was magic. We pray for all who grieve his loss --- all of us were richer for having had Max in our presence, whether we knew him well or just "of him". May we all be blessed with the knowledge that his passing is to a whole body and spirit with our heavenly Father.
December 31, 2010
Colleen, It has been many years since I lived in St. Louis - and many more than that, since I had the wonderful privilege of working with you and Max. But in all these years, I have never forgotten the impact that you both made on my life. Because of you both, my eyes were opened to all that was possible with a barrier-free environment. Both of you had such a tremendous impact on bringing about significant change in eliminating the barriers that prevented the disabled from having a fulling independent life. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Kindest personal regards,
Constance Schwartz
Jeff Lindemann
December 31, 2010
Colleen,
I was saddened to here the news about Max, I just spoke with him a few weeks ago. I have fond memories of working with you and Max. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Greg Zipfel
December 31, 2010
Max is a true hero. Colleen, you and Max have touched my life and the lives of many others. You serve as an example not just of your devotion to “doing the right thing”, but also of how to live life. Max was an inspiration and will never be forgotten for his tireless efforts for fairness and equality.
I am sorry for your loss - your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
darryl vennard
December 31, 2010
Max, You were a real hero to many. You will live in the memories of all of those you helped. Cheers
December 31, 2010
I am so very sorry to hear about Max. I had not seen Max in many years. I knew him when he was at St. Joe Hill. He done so many good things for so many. He was also a very wonder painter and painted many beautiful pictures. Please know that he is in my prayers.
Theresa Heidbrink
December 31, 2010
Colleen and Family,
Thanks to you and Max thousands of people far and near have been encouraged to "stand up" and speak out on behalf of themselves and others with disabilities. Surely there is a lot more that needs to be done to get rid of the barriers that that people face as they live out their lives.
May the Lord continue to bless you and the work you do to help people live free.
JOHN A. LAKER [email protected]
David Stone, AIA
December 30, 2010
Max's impact reached far beyond the disabled community. His joie de vivre was contagous, a reminder that our abilities are much more important than our disabilities. He challenged politicians, civil servants, planners, developers, and architects to level the playing field, and although he preferred working together to fix a problem he never shied away from a fight. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Doug Norton
December 30, 2010
Colleen,
Mary and I were shocked to hear about Max. The two of you, together, will continue to benefit the St. Louis community, and the United States for many more years to come.
Doug Norton
Terry Moses
December 30, 2010
I did not know Max like my wife Naomi Soule did. What I do know is that whenever you see a curb cut, a wheelchair ramp, a person in a chair using the lift on a Metro bus, a Call-a-Ride van or anything else around St. Louis that helps disabled people be independent you are seeing the legacy of Max Starkloff. There are many great people in the world but few get to see their legacy of leadership in their everyday life. Max did. Go to the Americans with Disabilities Act exhibit in the Missouri History Museum. Many of the positive changes made for the independence of disabled people were due to the efforts of Max and Colleen and those with like minds around America. He would tell all of us there is plenty of work yet to do. Max should and will always be remembered.
Cece Russell
December 30, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers. I was so sorry to hear the newa.
Sharon Sienaski
December 30, 2010
I met Colleen and Max when their son was a student at Sylvan Learning Center. It was a great privilege to get to know this wonderful family. Max's life touched and helped countless people. He served his God, his family, and his community. No better accounting can be given of a man's life. Please know I will be saying a rosary for your family.
Sharon Sienaski
Bridget Bange
December 30, 2010
The community has lost a cherished leader this week. I am so sorry to the Starkloff family for their loss.
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