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Max Jentsch Obituary
HARLINGEN, TX. - Max M. Jentsch, 78, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2010 at the Aurora house in Weslaco. He was escorted to Heaven by Angels to take his place in the heavenly choir that will sing praises to his Savior, Jesus Christ, forever.
Max was born in Wichita, Kansas on Friday, April 13, 1932.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Max and Beulah Jentsch, sisters Mary Jane Barnett, Maxine Westbo, and a son, Billy Max Jentsch.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jean Jentsch; daughters, Eileen Jentsch of Harlingen, Jeannine Weick of Sarasota, FL and son, Max Jentsch, Jr. of Etoile, TX; grandchildren, Jocelyn Sutherland of Portland, OR, Ashley Weick of Sarasota, FL, Luka Ruelas of Pharr, TX, Samuel and Sarah Jentsch of Etoile, TX; great-grandchildren, Xander and Marie Ruelas of Pharr, TX.
Max served in the U.S.A.F. from 1951 to 1954 at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX. There he met and married Jean Billett, who was First SGT of the U.S. WAF Band. After moving to Harlingen, they became a musical team in churches all over the Valley and in many community activities, RV Parks and nursing homes. Max owned and worked at Max's Shoe Repair Shop until it's closure and then as a salesman in the car business until his illness.
A memorial service will be held at the First Baptist Church of Combes, 10:30 AM, Tuesday, May 4, 2010 with Pastor Steve Wiest and Dr. Bob Cole officiating.
Many thanks to the staff at the Harlingen Medical Wound Center, nurse James, John and CNA's at Retama Manor Nursing Home, Nakita and Emily in particular, and Oscar Herrera, his earthly angel. Also, Dr. Sanusi and the wonderful care given him at Harlingen Medical Center. Last but not least the love and comfort given Max by the employees of the Aurora House.
The family requests that memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Combes, PO Box, 598, Combes, TX 78535 or Gideon's International, PO Box 290, Harlingen, TX 78551.
You are invited to leave a memory or condolence at www.buck-ashcraft.com.Arrangements with Buck Ashcraft Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Max Jentsch
May 13, 2010
Jean and family,
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your beloved Max. We were out of town during his passing and his funeral. Had we been here, we would have attended. May the Lord bless you and may you find comfort in knowing he is with his Lord and Saviour. May the memories you have of your long life together bring you peace and a smile.
Sincerely,
Chris and Enedina Zavala
May 3, 2010
MAX WAS A TRUE FRIEND TO ALL WHO EVER HAD THE PLEASURE TO KNOW HIM. HE HAD A CARING HEART AND A SMILE THAT BRIGHTEN A ROOM. HE WAS A STRONG LEADER IN THE CLASS OF 1950. I HAD THE PRIVELEAGE OF BEING IN SCHOOL WITH MAX DURING OUR HIGH SCHOOL YEARS . WE WILL MISS HIS SWEET SPIRIT. MY BROTHER IN CHRIST. ROSE E.RITCHIE (HARLINGEN,TEX.)
Velma Martinez
May 3, 2010
I had the priveledge and honor to know such a man who sang for the Glory of God while at Second Baptist Church in Harlingen, Texas. An awesome voice that will surely be missed but will never be forgotten.
Mary Lewis
May 2, 2010
Jean and family,
I knew Max and you Jean back in my teenage years when I went to church with you and babysit your two precious girls. Y'all were such great mentors to me and I always hoped that I would have a home and family like you two did.This all was many years ago as today I would have celebrated my 50th anniversary with my husband who has been waiting for me on the banks of Jordan for a little over 2 years. You can rest in the knowledge that Max will be waiting for you also.I have been gone from Hgn. many years but have had many fond memories of all of you, and I will miss the thought of him not being here. He was a blessing to all who had the great preasure and honor to know him. May you find your peace and comfort with GOD during this time of grief.
GOD bless you all.
Mary Ann Rowlen Lewis
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Sam Stubblefield
May 2, 2010
Max was a true friend for the many years that I knew him. It was my benefit to have known him.
Mike, Lori and Bryn Carden
May 2, 2010
We knew Max by stories told by his son, Max. May you find comfort during this time of grief....
WILBURN &LAVONDA REEVES
May 2, 2010
WE ARE THERE WITH YOU IN SPIRIT--LOVE ALWAYS WILBURN
AND LAVONDA.
Mavis Magouirk
May 2, 2010
Max will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. He is surely leading the Heavenly Choir! What a love he had for his Lord, his family, friends and music. He was a blessing to many. We rejoice as we celebrate his Heavenly Home Going! Until we meet agin!
Melonie Nixon
May 2, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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