Our beloved son and adored brother Maxwell “Max” Rhodes, age 24, passed away suddenly June 16, 2023. Max was born on May 8, 1999. On May 9, 1999, a sacred exchange took place in San Antonio, Texas where a brave and courageous birth mother placed a tiny preemie baby in the arms of the happiest new parents on planet earth. It was love at first sight and impossible to put into words the joy he brought. If you knew Max well or barely at all, you experienced his sweet nature and genuine soul. He was kind and polite to everyone he knew and even those he didn’t. We will miss his fun loving and easy-going personality. He will remain with us through all the memories and laughs. He loved spending time outdoors fishing, playing guitar and mostly being with his friends. Max attended Highland Village schools, graduated from Marcus High School and attended Dallas Brookhaven College. Max will be missed everyday by his Mother, April Rhodes; Father and Step-Mother, Mark and Jamie Rhodes; his little sister, Alex Ann Rhodes; his loving grandparents, Rex and Melanie Pitts, Virginia Rhodes, Shirley Eaton, Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Max was cherished by many friends especially Drake, Stephen, Alex, Tyger, Davis and Drew. Max is loved by us all here on earth but also in heaven by his Grandfathers, Dwayne Rhodes and Roy Eaton. A celebration of Life will be held Saturday, July 1st from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Gilley’s Dallas, 1135 Botham Jean Blvd, Dallas, Texas 75215 Contributions in Max’s memory may be made to Solutions of North Texas, 1516 N Ruddell St, Denton, Texas 76209 or online at www.sontx.org/donate Cremation arrangements by Lone Star Cremation.
43 Responses
I cannot put into words how very sorry I am for your loss. My love and prayers going out to you all. Love Lori
May you forever rest in power Max. Your contribution to the world will never end! ❤️🙏
Our hearts hurt with yours. I pray God will give you the strength to get through this unbearably time. We love y’all and please know we are here if we can help in any way.
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for your peace and blessings for your pain. God be with each of you.
Love and miss you forever, Max.
April, Alex I am so very sorry for your loss I will keep your family in my prayers
Much love and prayers to all his family and friends, may wonderful memories comfort you during this difficult time. Kayla and I love you and we are here for you all if you need anything.
Max, may your spirit continue to sing in heaven (my best memories of you) and your souls shine as brightly as it did here on earth. You will be missed by many but never forgotten. I pray your sweet kind soul is at peace and you watch over us all.
We watched him grow from a baby to a young man. April, Mark and Alex Ann our thoughts, prayers and love are with you during this tough time.
Our hearts are grieving for the passing of Max. Our family has wonderful, loving memories of Max and the crew hanging at the house or getting ready to run to the lake. And yes, Max always greeted with a hug and love. We are praying for both his family and his many friends.
So very sorry for your loss. May God bring peace to you in the extremely sad time. No words can can express my deepest condolences.
Dearest April,
Please know we are thinking of you during this painful time. As your work family, we are here for you.❤️🙏
So sorry for your loss. I had Max at Marcus HS and remember him as a kind , respectful young man. Praying for the family during this time of grieving.
My thoughts and prayers with you and your family Mark.
Nothing can prepare us for this untimely passing of Max. Prayers of peace and comfort for all the family.
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family of ” Max ” Rhodes. May God be there for the family in this very difficult time. I will be saying prayers for the family as they go thru this very difficult time in their life. May God bless his soul.
Davis’s older sister Tiffany here- my husband and I have the best memories of Max from middle school and on. He brought our family so much laughter and joy. Grief is heavy on our hearts, sending his family and friends hugs and love!
My greatest condolences, to Max’s family, friends, and anyone who has had the honor of loving Max. This seems unreal not having you here. I’m happy to have known Max since elementary school. And thankful I had him in my life for as long as I did. And will forever treasure our memories, which cannot be taken. Rest easy.
So very sorry for your loss. May God be with your family and bring you peace, comfort, and love during this time of grief.
April,
I am heartbroken for your loss. I can not even imagine this kind of pain you are going through. I also know you are also a strong person and will make a difference remembering your son. I hope you find peace and strength through this. I am praying for your family and friends of Max. He sure was loved.
Mark, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Max will forever be a part of Drake and Drew’s childhood and always with a sweet smile on his face. Forever missed but never forgotten.
Ann & Ronnie Williams
From your little sister: Max, I miss you so much. You were the best big brother I could’ve dreamed of. You protected me and always made sure I felt loved by you. You were so kind and caring, even when I made you mad lol. I will never forget our relationship and how much fun we had growing up. Your friends and family are heartbroken, but we know you are in a better place and God is taking great care of you. I will forever miss you. Gone but never ever forgotten. I love you brother and I can’t wait to see your goofy self again one day🤍 -AA
So sorry for your loss. May God be with you all in this extremely difficult time.
April,
So sorry for your loss. Me, you and Ang would often hang out a couple of years back and I always enjoyed listening to you talk about your kiddos. So very sorry. I pray that The Most High provides you and your family with peace during this difficult time.
April – our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time. Please let us know if we can help in anyway! Stay strong 🙏
Mark and Jamie,
You are in Ramona and my heartfelt thoughts and prayers in the loss of Max, praying for God’s comfort, grace and peace to carry you through this difficult time.
My heart goes out to you for the loss of your son. I know how much he meant to you.
I Can not imagine the pain and heartache you’re feeling. I am praying for your peace and comfort.
April, no words can convey how my heart aches for you guys. The world is now short one special, sweet and kind soul. But Heaven’s gain. Sending prayers, love and hugs to you, Nana and Alex Ann. Just ask, consider it done.
April,
May God grant you and your family the peace that surpasses understanding. You’re in my thoughts and my prayers during this difficult time.
Mark and Jaime,
Thank you for being such good parents to max and ultimately giving me the opportunity to be one of his close friends. He was a very passionate young man and I will never forget the lessons that he taught me and the memories that we have together. Prayers for your family and loved ones.
April,
You have been so strong throughout this time and that is something that I truly admire. Max was always a friend that I could count on to answer the phone and help me with no judgement which is something I will never take for granted. You and your family are in my prayers and just know you always have a guardian angel watching over you.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know Max was an answer to so many prayers years ago and was a beautiful blessing to your family. I will pray comfort over you all during this difficult time.
April, Alex Ann, and family-
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Max. I’ve heard so many stories of Max growing up and know how loved he was. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. Here for whatever you need!
Max, I will cherish the memories we share until the end of time. Rest easy, big guy. You are so incredibly loved.
Max,
You will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for loving my family like your own, thank you for being the best bonus brother I could ask for, and thank you for being you. We will miss you until the end of time. I can’t wait to see you again someday.
April, Mark, and Alex Ann,
I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss. Max was one of the best people I had the pleasure of growing up with. Y’all raised one of my favorite people on the planet, he will be sorely missed.
Keeping your family in my prayers through these tough times. Y’all have the most badass guardian angel watching over you.
Max, you were always laughing and making everyone laugh around you. Such a kind soul. Prayers and condolences to your family during this time and moving forward. Rest easy, friend.
Mark i never got to meet Max . I do know he had to be a fine young man. I know this because after working with you for over 28 years you have made me a better man. I am terribly sorry for the loss you and your family have suffered .
It has been years since we have been around Max but we both truly remember his kindness and sweet smile. What a wonderful young man! Rachel and I are broken-hearted for your loss!!!
We were so saddened to hear about your terrible loss. May you find strength during this incredibly difficult time and may the special memories bring you comfort. Please know that you’re in our thoughts.
We send our condolences to you and the family. We continue to pray for the Lord’s Peace, Comfort and Strength. We love you! ❤️
Praying for your strength during this most difficult time and for your healing and peace as you grieve. May you find comfort in memories of treasured family time with Max. With our love and deepest sympathies
Bruce and Barb
We are so very sorry for your loss & ya’ll are in our thoughts & prayers.
I just now found out about the loss of sweet Max. He was such a lover of animals, family, the outdoors, music and life. It is rare to have a teen be so respectful at all times, but he was to me. My heart goes out to the family. I know Max is at peace.