Obituary of Max Warbrick

Max Warbrick 2009- 2015 Max Warbrick earned his angel wings on January 31st after a long fight with Menkes disease. His friends and family, whom he had touched in many ways throughout his short but very memorable life, surrounded him during his final days. There are many people who would say that his life was too short, but the people that knew him understood that it was about the quality of life and not the quantity in which he lived. Although Max's disease made him frail sometimes, he had so much strength, determination, and had the ability to overcome any challenges that he faced. The courage that he possessed taught us that it is important to enjoy the little things life offers, and we know that life with him was a blessing. We will miss him everyday especially his smile, because he could light up a whole room when he did. Max would spend hours looking at the toys hanging from the ceiling above his spot with his loved ones around him. He loved to be at school with his friends and teachers it was one of his favourite places to be. He also loved to spend time playing cars with his big brother. Max leaves behind many wonderful caregivers who gave him love and support that enhanced his quality of life. Max's love extends to his nurse Joan, his school aides Nicole, Jennifer and Lisa, and the numerous doctors who helped to give him dignity in his life and his death. These are things, which we are so grateful for and will never be able to repay. With his passing we are reminded that his life is one to be celebrated, he taught us many life lessons that we will carry with us forever. Through the life lessons he taught us we were able to make many memories and it was a privilege to have him be a part of our lives. Max is survived by his loving parents Laura Palmer and Doug Warbrick; brother Bill Warbrick; paternal grandparents Rosalita Pascal and Wallace Warbrick; maternal grandparents Larry and Teresa Palmer; and many aunts, uncles and many more cousins. There will be a wake held on Friday, February 6, 2015 at 6:00 pm with the service to follow on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 11:00 am at the Shuswap Band Office. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to: The Menkes Foundation, Inc., 23397 - Dahlia Circle, California, MD, 20619. Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service. Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com