Born April 27, 1985. Went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at his favorite place, the cottage at Cedar Lake Beloved son of Gregory and Helen Ergen. Dear brother of Helena (Jon) Garcia of Pasadena, CA, Eric (Natasha) and Abby Ergen. Loving grandson of Lowell and Marcy Ergen. Special uncle of Ariel and Gideon Ergen and Jackson Garcia. Further survived by many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by grandparents Melvin and Gertie Ruh and Helen Ergen. Memorial Visitation Friday September 21st 4:00-7:00 PM at HARVEST COMMUNITY CHURCH, 6612 So. Howell Ave. and Saturday September 22nd 10:00-11:00 AM. Memorial Services at 11:00 AM. Max was an Eagle Scout, a Bay View High School graduate, attended the US Air Force Academy, a UW-Milwaukee graduate and was employed by Hilmot Corporation of Waukesha. "Max worked hard and played hard. He was soft-hearted, fiercely loyal and self-sacrificing to family and friends. He honored his God, Country and Family by the way he lived" In lieu of flowers memorials will be used to honor Max's memory. Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Homes Bay View Chapel 3275 South Howell Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207 414-483-2322