Max Miller Ellinger
November 28, 1931 ~ August 6, 2021
Max Miller Ellinger, 89, of Taylorville, passed away at 11:40 p.m. on Friday, August 6, 2021 at his residence.
Max was born November 28, 1931 in Pana, the son of William and Velma (Bond) Ellinger. He married Maxine M. Miller on December 11, 1952 in Pocahontas, AR. She preceded him in death on October 1, 2016.
Max proudly served our country in Company 559, Ft. Monroe, Virginia of the United States Army during the Korean War. He had attained the rank of Corporal when he was honorably discharged from the Army Reserves in 1961. Max was a carpenter by trade, and member of the Local 16. In his spare time, he utilized his talents to help many other people with their home projects. He retired after over 50 years of service.
Max was witty, with a caring nature, and to say that he was hard working would be an understatement. He was loved, and respected by all who knew him. Max enjoyed riding motorcycles, reading, and the occasional political banter. Of all his hobbies and interests, he especially loved the time spent with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by his parents; brother, Billy C. Ellinger; and son-in-law, John Wilcox.
Max is survived by his children, Marie (Mike) Wilcox of Springfield, Bruce (Patti) Ellinger of Taylorville, Vicki (Rod) McMahon of Taylorville, and Valerie (Jim) Ellinger of Taylorville; grandchildren, Aubrey (T.J.) Ellinger, Erin Ellinger, D.J. (Lauren) Colonius, Brian (Tracee) Wilcox, Stefanie (Georges) Colonius, Megan (Ethan) Hallberg, Lindsay (Brandon) Fox, and Maxx Ellinger; great grandchildren, Jackson Fritz, Olivia Hallberg, Sydney Hallberg, Grayson Ellinger, Teegan Jones, Samson Colonius, Daniel Colonius, Amos Colonius, Ezekiel Colonius, Kelsey Colonius, Kinsley Colonius, and Dean Fox; and several nieces and nephews.
Private family graveside ceremonies will be held at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield.
Memorial contributions may be made to: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
The family has entrusted Shafer-Perfetti & Assalley Funeral Home, 202 W. Franklin St., Taylorville, IL 62568 with ceremonies.
Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories of Max, or offer condolences to his family.
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My prayers and cares are with all of you at the death of Max, beloved father, grandfather, uncle and friend. You surrounded him with your love and care as he journeyed home to God……I am blessed that our lives touched at this stage of his life’s journey. May God’s peace be with each of you and all of you. Sister Rose, ASC Hospice Chaplain
Thank you for your kindness, Sister Rose. You provided much comfort to our dad and family.
Much love to you.
I truly am saddened for your loss!!! May the Lord carry him in His arms and bless you all through this time!
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Max, much like his brother Billie, was always a pleasure to be around and it didn’t matter if it was when I was a young kid or as an adult. You are so fortunate to have the closeness that you all shared together as a family.
Wilma (Umberger) Mauney
Marie I am so sorry to hear about your Dads passing. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love you.
We are so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers to the whole family. Always enjoyed the time spent with your Mom and Dad.
So very sorry for your loss. Max was a sweetheart he was always friendly and ready to visit. He worked on our chain saws when they broke down. I think he loved keeping busy. I enjoyed our visits and playing quarters with your family. My heart goes out to you all.