Maxwell "Max" Allen Quarles

Born on May 12, 2008, Max is a kind soul who always put others before himself. He is a strong and empathetic leader who strives to create a warm and loving environment for everyone around him. His smile and laughter are contagious and brighten every room he enters. He is a compassionate teammate both on and off the mat and is an active member of Chattanooga Church Students group. Max loves unexpected fishing trips and welding in the classroom. He enjoys wildlife photography and late-night music sessions. He will be deeply missed by many extended family members and friends.

To know Max is to love Max.

He is survived by his loving mother, Stacy, and stepfather, Brandon, as well as his father, Mark, and stepmother, Amber. His legacy will live on through his siblings, Jacob “Jake”, Emily (Courtney), Aubrie (Pablo), Julie (Ytwan), Sydnie “Gracie”; stepsisters, Savanah, Hagen, Alysa, stepbrother, Wyatt, and his cherished grandparents, Susan “Susie” Robertson, Tressia Quarles, Randy and Stephanie Keith, David and Janie Smith, as well as Carl and Sandy Mertz.

Max is preceded in death by his brother, Benjamin, and grandparents, Charlie Robertson and Fred Quarles.

He will forever live on in the hearts of all who know and love him.

The family will receive visitors on Monday, September 23, from 2pm-6pm at Chattanooga Funeral Home, Valley View Chapel 7414 Old Lee Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37421.

A private memorial service will be held at a later time.

In lieu of flowers, a charitable donation in honor of Max may be made to Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding. www.rideatstar.org

Visit www.chattanoogavalleyviewchapel.com to share condolences and memories.

Arrangements entrusted to the Valley View Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home.