Max Michael Riesbeck

Max Michael Riesbeck, 23, passed away on October 24, 2024, in North Port, FL. He was born on February 26, 2001, in Oaklawn, IL to Michael John Riesbeck and Mary Susan Bruhns. He graduated from North Port High School in 2019. After graduation, he chose to forge his own path as a self-employed tradesman. His talents were vast, embracing carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, and more — skills that not only provided for him but also improved the lives of those around him.

Known for his love of the sea, Max was an avid fisherman, with aspirations to become a charter boat captain. His remarkable stories of landing countless fish and hundreds of sharks are a testament to his adventurous spirit and determination. Fishing and trade works were his life. Max also found joy in the kitchen, where he delighted friends and family with his culinary creations.

Max is survived by his parents Michael Riesbeck and Mary Bruhns, stepmother Iryna Silvestruck, sisters Ashley Rivas, Alyssa Wagner, Michelle Riesbeck, and Taylor Riesbeck, grandfather Frank Bruhns, multiple nieces, nephews, and cousins, and many extended family and friends.

Max will be deeply missed, but his legacy resides in the love he bestowed and the waters he cherished.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Project Semicolon, www.projectsemicolon.com/give/, to help raise awareness for suicide prevention.