On Saturday evening October 29, 2016, Max Steinke passed away unexpectedly from a tragic accident. Max was born on May 29, 1997 in Austin, TX to Lisa Ross and Jeff Steinke. One year later his brother Kyle was born, to become his constant companion. When he was 5 years old, the family moved to Des Moines, IA. In 2006, Max and his family moved to Billings, MT. Everywhere that Max went, he made wonderful friends. Many friends here today have shared his life since 4th grade, and have been dear to him through all these years. He has always been called an ‘old soul’ even from the age of 4, and he cared very deeply for people and animals. Upon moving to Miles City, MT, he attended Custer County District High School. After an illness that had him miss more than a month of school, he decided to finish up at Montana Youth Challenge Academy in Dillon MT, where he graduated with the 32nd class. He excelled there, mentored many, and completed his CNA. He then moved back to our ranch in Miles City, the place he loved the most. He had plans to attend college. Max is survived by his mother Dr. Lisa Ross of Miles City and Sidney MT; his brother Kyle Steinke of Miles City, MT; his father Jeff Steinke and siblings Joseph and Veronica Steinke of Okemos, MI; his Aunt Denyse Steinke and Uncle Troy Harbacheck of Des Moines, IA; his grandmother Mary Steinke of Des Moines, IA; his Uncle Brian Bartling of Houston, TX; his Uncle James Bartling of Chicago, IL; his Uncle Jim (Brenda) Steinke of Marion, IA; his cousins Sean, Joshua, and Kiersten Steinke of Cedar Falls, IA; his cousin Brooke Blomquist of Roque Bluffs, ME; his cousin Brandon Blomquist of Texas; his Grammy and Grampy Deb and Bob Nolen of New Braunfels, TX; his Great Aunt Dolores (Ed) Hahn of Baraboo, WI; his Great Aunt Carolyn (Ed) Bergman of Stevens Point, WI; his Great Grandmother Vera Marcoe and Great Aunts Elyse Marcoe and Kay Hagel of Fond du Lac, WI. He was preceded in death by his Grandfather Donald Steinke; his Grandfather Lloyd Bartling; his grandmother Audrey Rhodes; his Aunt Shelley Blomquist; his Great Uncle Jerry Marcoe; and his Great Aunt Jo Ann Gause.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2016 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 4, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Grace Bible Church. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Gifts can be made in Max’s honor to the Animal Rescue League.
The funeral service will be broadcast LIVE via Facebook Friday at 1PM. Visit this link to watch.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Thursday November 3, 2016
Stevenson & Sons
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
1:00 PM
Friday November 4, 2016
Grace Bible Church
3505 Stower
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Tina webb says
Lisa, there are no words to express our shock at losing your son. I’ll hug you tight and never let you go. I’m so very sorry my friend.
Cherrie Beyer says
Lisa – so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go to you and your family.
Lisa Cadwell says
Lisa and Kyle,
I cannot even imagine the pain that you are feeling. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Arlene and JDennis Corbin says
Our hearts are breaking for you and Kyle. We are praying for Gods Holy Spirit to lessen your pain
gary and pat helm says
so sorry for your loss, lisa our prayers go out to you. god bless you all, your old neighbors gary and pat helm
Greg and Linda Losinski says
We are so sorry for your loss.
Robin Braun says
So sad to hear of your loss Lisa.
Mary Steinke says
Lisa, Kyle and Jeff The loss of my Grandson is more than I can even put into words. He was a kind and loving young man. My payers are with all of you,
Mary Notbohm says
Lisa and Kyle, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. I am here if you need anything my friend.
Chuck and Mary Notbohm
Brenda W Steinke says
Lisa, Jeff and Kyle. Each of you are in our thoughts and prayers. I wish I come up with the words to ease your pain and loss, but unfortunately I have nothing that will help. Max was a wonderful young man. Hugs to you all.
Kathleen Pedrys says
Jeff, I hope that the love of family and friends will comfort you and strengthen you today and in the days ahead. My heart goes to you and your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Shannon Holmen says
My prayers to you.
Mary Duck says
Jeff,
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please take care of yourself!
Michelle Tiernan says
Dear Jeff,
My heart is breaking for you and your family.
I pray your hearts will be comforted.
Cheryl Boyd Misher says
Jeff,
My heart ached when I learned of your loss… May your heart and the hearts of your loved ones be comforted in the days ahead. You and your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Nia Johnson says
Jeff,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
Kevin DeHority says
Jeff, we are so sorry for your loss. Words feel so empty. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Andreea and Andrei Duma says
Jeff,
I can only imagine the pain you are going through. We are so sorry to hear of your loss.. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts an prayers.
Krista Schulte says
Jeff, I’m so sorry to hear this news about Max. I remember your stories about the close relationship between Max and Kyle … my heart goes out to Kyle during this difficult time. I’ll be keeping you and your family in my thoughts.
Kathi Standish says
Jeff, What a tragic loss you and your family are experiencing. May God Bless you all and comfort you.
Joel Smith says
Lisa I am truly sorry for your loss!
The Horrell Family says
Sending you our love and deepest sympathies. Remembering when we met you all during your first days in Billings. Will always remember Max as a sweet young man, who wanted to take home the lizard (or was it a frog?) they found exploring near our home. May he Rest In Peace and may you all find comfort as you grieve. So very very shocked and saddened by your loss. Our prayers are with you.
rhonda Losinski says
Lisa so sorry about your son, Thinking of you
Barb Hirsch says
Lisa and Family, I was so sorry to read of your sons passing..I only met him once when he was with you at the Walmart pharmacy when I worked there. I will keep your family in my prayers, I also lost a son It gets a bit easeier as time goes by but it never goes away when it is your child..If there is anything I can do please let me know…
Ms Allison says
Sorry for your loss, the Bible shows a real hope of being reunited with your dead loved one. John 5:28, 29 assures us that Jesus will restore life to those who has died. This is a wonderful blessing to look forward to. Hope this thought brings comfort.
Jim Archer says
Jeff, I am so sorry for this shocking and tragic loss. May God bless you and your family, and may you find comfort in the family and friends embracing you during this difficult time.
Anita Shelgikar says
Dear Jeff,
I’m so sorry about your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ken & Alane Stabler says
Lisa,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Praying for comfort and strength for you during this hard time. You and your loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Hatfield says
Dear Jeff, Dr. Ross, Kyle, Joseph and Veronica I am so very sorry for your tragic loss of your beloved Son and Brother, Max. I did not know him personally, but I’ve enjoyed many stories and pictures of him that Jeff has been kind enough to share with myself and others who work with him.
What a wonderful young man you’ve raised, a man with a kind and giving heart which he willingly shared with everyone who crossed paths with him. I’m sure each of you and his many friends were affected by the love and warmth he shared in many different ways that brought joy to each of you over the years.
I pray that young Max is held in the comforting arms of His Creator and that you, your extended families, and loved one’s can hold and help each other during this devastating time of loss. The amazing memories and stories you each have of Max can be shared, bring a bright moment of peace and serenity into your hearts in the days and years ahead of you.
I would like to share a verse from my Grandmothers Bible which she had dog-eared in her Bible which she had shared with many of her friends and other loved one who grieved the loss of a child over the years. I hope it will provide you all with a bit of peace and tranquility.
But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me and do not try to stop them, for the
kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
The Bible, Matthew 19:14
God Bless you all!
Kris Miller says
Lisa, there are no words that can take away the pain and numbness that comes with the loss of a child. Our hearts , souls and spirit heal and find peace with the treasured memories we always carry in our hearts. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts. Let the love and support of friends and family help you find strength and peace.
Joanna Earley says
So sorry for your loss! I didn’t get the chance to meet your amazing son but my son did have that chance to share a transforming life experience. May God bless you and your family in this hard time. I’m not able to attend but my son will be there so I will be with him in spirit!
Dede Reichelt says
Dr Ross…Sincerest sympathy to you and your family. My heart goes out to you all. Hugs and prayers on this tough day!???
Cindy Pujol says
My dearest Lisa….Ignacio, Alex, Analisa and I are all thinking of you during this sad time. We know how much you adore your children and how much happiness they bring to you. Our hearts go out to you today and we will always be here with open arms, open ears and an open door anytime. We love you….
John LaBore says
Lisa, words seem inadequate to truly convey my sympathy for you as you as you move through this difficult time. I know you have many memories of Max that you will carry forward and cherish for the rest of your life. May they bring you much joy and comfort as you remember his spirit and his soul in the days ahead. You and Kyle are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sally Jesupp says
Rest In Peace Max
Ines and Davis Bradley says
LISA AND KYLE,
OUR HEARTS BREAK WITH YOU. WHAT A GOOD LOOKING MAN HE BECAME.
PRAY THE LORD GIVES YOU EXTRA SPECIAL MEMORIES FOR YOU TO ALWAYS TREASURE.
LET THE LORD GIVE YOU PEACE ABOUT THIS CHAPTER IN YOUR LIVES.
WE HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF KYLE AND MAX AT CANYON LAKE.
LOVE, INES AND DAVIS
Vikki Payne says
To Kyle Steinke and family,
It is with heartfelt sympathy that I send my thoughts and prayers to you upon the loss of Max. I remember Max as a quiet, kind and thoughtful person. Most especially I remember the special bond between Max and Kyle. My heart goes out to all of you but most especially to Kyle. This has to be so difficult for you. I pray that the many precious memories you undoubtedly have will comfort you in the days ahead. God be with you all. Rest In Peace, Max.
Kristie Coulter says
My heart pours out to you Dr. Ross. Prayers for peace .