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Rick and I met Max years ago when he first started working for Don and Jan. He became a good loyal and trusted friend. We will always remember Max with a big smile on our faces.
~ Susan Richards - January 29, 2022
It was with sadness that I learned of Max’s death. He was my husband’s and my trusted jeweler. The last creation he made for me incorporated diamonds given to me in my engagement rings and one purchased as a memorial to an aunt. I wear it with great joy and give Max all the credit for that joy. May your faith bring family members and others that loved him comfort and peace.
A kind person that worked hard and with dedication to his craft: MAX.
~ Thyra Davis - January 25, 2022
Our deepest condolences go out to Max's family. He was a one of kind guy, with a smile and laugh that lit up a room. I can remember first meeting him after he arrived in Topeka. I am actually wearing one of the very first custom pieces he made while working for Don and Jan at Anchor Gold, it still looks as lovely as the first day my mom slipped it on her finger. When my mother passed and before her services, I had to stop by and see Max, I wanted her orginal wedding set shined up for her to be buried in. When Max brought it out, he said no charge, then he proceeded to reach over and slide across the counter a golden rose he had for sell in his shop. He said he remembered my mother loved roses and he wanted to give her one that would never die. She was buried holding that very rose in her hands. Rest in Peace Max you were a true friend and amazing man.
~ Jacqueline White - January 24, 2022
When you grew up in Hohenwart, you, at one point, also grew up with the stories of the elder ones. So many stories were linked to this „Max“ that decided that there is a place in Kansas that is just waiting for person like him.
I had the chance to meet him twice in the US and also back home when he visited his loved ones.
I will never forget his laughing, that was more giggling with the shoulders between the ears than being the loudest in the group. A great sense of humour was always what he showed and, I believe, also guided him through all his life.
With heartfelt condolences
Alexander Weihing & family
~ Alexander Weihing - January 23, 2022
My deepest Sympathies go out to Max’s Family. I was Blessed to have known Max gosh, shortly after moving to US. I took a class at Washburn Unv. And had an assignment to interview someone from another country. Max was my guinea pig. Max, Yrs later….his dad and brother surprised my husband and I when they came to visit us in our new house, in Sedona, AZ. ?? When he started working at Anchor Gold, Don & Janice Morin was my husband & Me, were best friends. That just inhanced our Relathionship. My last memory of Max was he and I spending the whole time together at Jan Morins Memorial Service. We shared memories, laughed and cried together. It was a touching moment we had. I had planned to pop in and see him at the store when stupid Covid slowed down. I am so SAD he is gone. Another closeness of our tight friendships of Don, his wife, my Husband, my Son and now Max…..all in Heaven. I know without a doubt THEY ALL WELCOMED HIM WITH LOVING ARMS. I KNOW THEY ALL LAUGH AND ARE HAVING A PEACE THEY NEVER HAD HERE ON EARTH. I AM ONLY ONE STILL HERE. IT FEELS STRANGE. HE AND I WOULD ALWAYS TALK MEMORIES. NOW I FEEL LONELY WITH ALL THAT. I LOVED MAX, REST PEACEFULLY MY DEAR FRIEND. ???????????????? Forever in my Heart.
~ Marsha Torgeson - January 23, 2022
Lieber Thorsten, liebe Charlotte,
auch euch entbieten wir unser tiefes Mitgefühl zum Ableben von Guido.
Trösten ist eine Kunst des Herzens. Sie besteht oft nur darin, liebevoll zu schweigen und schweigend mitzuleiden.
Herzlich Tilo und Heidi Schack.
~ Tilo und Heidi Schack - January 23, 2022
Max was such a kind man. Always smiling or laughing & always took time to visit whenever you were in his store. He was not only an absolute awesome & gifted jeweler, he was also a very honest & personable person. He would go out of his way to make sure you were happy with your jewelry. He’s made many special jewelry pieces for me & my family. Max will definitely be missed by all who knew him. Thoughts & prayers for his family. RIP, Max.
~ Deb Renchler - January 20, 2022
Guido war sicherlich ein fröhlicher Mensch. Sein Lachen war ansteckend.
Ob er in den USA sein erträumtes Glück gefunden hat, weiß ich nicht. Ich hoffe es für ihn.
Jedenfalls hat er seine Familie in good old Germany gerne besucht und auch zeitweise vermisst.
Ich wünsche ihm, dass jetzt - dort wo er jetzt ist - alle seine Wünsche in Erfüllung gehen.
Seiner Familie (vor Allem seiner Mutter) und den Freunden wünsche ich, dass sie nicht mit Guido's Tod hadern und daran verzweifeln.
Petra
~ Petra Birgit Bogner-Mensing (Bogner) - January 20, 2022
Max was such a kind man. Always smiling or laughing & always took time to visit whenever you were in his store. He was not only an absolute awesome & gifted jeweler, he was also a very honest & personable person. He would go out of his way to make sure you were happy with your jewelry. He’s made many special jewelry pieces for me & my family. Max will definitely be missed by all who knew him. Thoughts & prayers for his family. RIP, Max.
~ Deb Renchler - January 20, 2022
I met Max at his store 3 or 4 years ago . I had Max make a copy of a vintage gold ring that I had , so I would be able to give each one of my two boys the same special ring that I loved when I am gone. I wasn't sure what I was going to end up with but when he finished making the ring , I was surprised at the high quality of workmanship that he did on my ring. Max was a very skilled and a very gifted jeweler. His workmanship was amazing. Max and I became friends but only when I would come into his store. He also helped me with other custom work for my two granddaughters and my wife. Max always took the time to talk with me about everything and I really enjoyed his company. He was a very special and cool guy and a very gifted jeweler.
I'm sad that he is gone. He will be missed.
Palmer Morton
~ Palmer Morton - January 19, 2022
I remember Max as friendly man. He was a master jewelry designer.
He will be missed by so many family and friends.
Rest In Peace Max ??
Kay
~ Kay Everitt - January 19, 2022
I met Max in a bar in Topeka one night whilst I was waiting for Robert (Tea), my roommate from Ireland, to get off work. Max was sitting alone and looked very sad. After a conversation with him, it was decided that he would come to live with us because he indicated he had no place to go. At the time, Max spoke little English and we understood no German. To remedy that, Max and I labeled everything in the apartment in English and German. He learned English quite well; I'm still learning German. Living with the pair of them was never a dull moment.
Robert got Max a job working at the bar and the rest is history. If you had ever been in that bar, and knew the pair of them, you know what a delight it was to be there. Robert's quiet demeanor and Max's boisterous but good-natured personality made it the place to be.
There's no question Max was talented when working with gems. He created special, gold, twin necklaces for Andi and me that still feels like a lot of love went into the making. If you've ever had him create, repair or design something for you, you're a lucky one. He loved what he did and the skillful way he did it proved he cared about the outcome.
This is Max's legacy along with the imprints he's left on our hearts. He lived to the MAX!
~ Tyger Conner - January 19, 2022
Max has been a part of my life from the time I was 10 years old. He truly was a joyous personality! He was such a gifted, one of a kind artist! I will never stop seeing his wonderful laugh, almost a giggle with raised shoulders! He will be remembered and missed by all who knew him. My heart and prayers go out to his family and his friends.
~ Taylor Dix - January 18, 2022
Praying for all the family and friends and sending love and hugs to you Andi
Lots of wonderful wonderful memories of our time with him and you at the house and at the shop.
Blessings
Mischelle & Son Hezekiah Stotts
Praying for all who knew and loved him he will be greatly missed.
~ Mischelle Stotts - January 18, 2022
Lieber Max,
Ich bin noch in schock das Du gestorben bist, kann es einfach nicht glauben. War immer so lieb mit Dir unsere deutsche sprache zu sprechen. Du warst so ein lieber Kerl und ich werde Dich so vermissen, may you find peace in heaven.
~ Heidi Martin - January 18, 2022
Max was such a wonderful loving man. He made many pieces of jewelry for our family. When my mom would come to see him no one could get a word in because those two would just chat away in German.
I am so sorry for your loss and IF I can help with anything, please let me know.
Lance Royer,
785/845-6618
~ Lance Royer - January 18, 2022
Ein Super Typ, der sein Leben lebte und genoss. Unvergessen unser erster gemeinsamer Urlaub ohne Eltern 1977 in Spanien mit 4 weitern Freunden. R.I.P.
~ Uwe Steffen - January 18, 2022
Always enjoyed my weekly chats with you Max at the shop. I miss you and those chats. Rest In Peace Buddy.
~ Justin Wagstaff - January 17, 2022
We (my brother John Casey) enjoyed many dinners with Max and Andi when we lived it Topeka. He will be missed. John and Max were always trying to out do each other at the gatherings. I’ll never forget when John had a squirt gun with water under the table and Max was trying to figure out where the water was coming from! We love you Max and our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends! The Franks and the Casey’s!
~ Cathleen Frank - January 17, 2022
I’m so sorry to hear this. I knew he was ill. We had taken our jewelry to him for 25 years and he was always so kind.
~ Chellie Ortiz - January 17, 2022
I’ll remember Max’s giant smile and even bigger laugh. He had a heart of gold and will be missed by many.
~ Kathy Belt - January 17, 2022
I first met Max via my mother many years ago when she was having him make her a updated wedding ring. Since then he had made serval one of a kind pieces for my mother and myself and numerous friends.
He left his mark with his jewelry and his wonderful smile as he never met a stranger. He was always a joy to be around and will be deeply missed by many.
May his family and loved ones find comfort in his memories.
~ Renee Williams - January 17, 2022
Max was always happy and crazy talented. I will miss him. I will treasure the lovely pieces of jewelry he made and designed for me. Topeka lost a major talent. Max I will miss you….
~ Riki Cobler - January 17, 2022
Thinking back when I first met Max at Andi's house, soon after he came to America, brings me a giggle. He would be so confused by the language (slang) Cassandra and her friends would use. He was constantly asking what does that mean? We would try to help him understand how and when to use these new terms that were so new to him.
On a more serious note, Max was the best jeweler in Topeka! I'm so grateful all my girls have a piece of jewelry hand crafted by Max. Something we will treasure forever.
Lori Swickard-McCarter
~ Lori McCarter - January 17, 2022
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