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Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf

December 6, 1990 - April 30, 2025

Congregation B'nai Israel

171 Ridge Road

Rumson, New Jersey 07760

Sunday 5/4, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Fair View Cemetery

Middletown, NJ 07748

Sunday 5/4, 1:30 pm

Max Harrington-Knopf, 34, passed away suddenly on April 30, 2025, leaving behind a family and community who adored him. Born in Red Bank, New Jersey, Max was the treasured youngest child of Marshall and Janice Harrington-Knopf, the deeply loved brother of Emily, Jenny, and Laura.

A graduate of The Ranney School and New York University, Max earned his MBA from the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado. An entrepreneur at heart, Max poured his energy and enthusiasm into a wide range of ventures, from founding Bounce Boat to exploring real estate development and crypto, to working alongside his father and sister in the automotive industry.

Max had a magnetic spirit and a dazzling smile that lit up every room. He had a rare gift for connection and made people feel instantly at ease. He was steady, dependable, and always there when it mattered most. His wide circle of friends could always count on him to show up, support them, and share in the joy and messiness of life. Max had countless close friendships, a reflection of the kind of friend he was: genuine, thoughtful, kind, warm, and deeply loyal.

To his many cousins, nieces, and nephews, Max was the quintessential “fun uncle,” always up for an adventure, ready to play, and happy to get into whatever mischief the kids dreamed up. He loved them wholeheartedly, and they absolutely adored him in return. To them, Uncle Max wasn’t just the best; he was the coolest, the kindest, and the most fun grown-up they knew.

Max was someone who truly enjoyed life. He loved to travel, fish, and be on the water. He found joy and energy in cold plunges, saunas, yoga, and staying active, and he appreciated the little luxuries, like a great meal or a nice pair of shoes. He was grounded, hopeful, and always dreaming big.

Max is survived by his girlfriend, Medina, whom he loved. He is also survived by his parents, Marshall and Janice Harrington-Knopf; his sisters Emily, Jenny, and Laura, his brothers-in-law Michael and Jake, and his nieces and nephews William, Henry, Oliver, Caroline, Eli, and Evie. He is also deeply missed by his extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and the countless friends who loved him dearly.

A service to honor and celebrate Max’s life will be held on Sunday, May 4, at 12:00 pm at Congregation B’nai Israel in Rumson, NJ. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Middletown. Afterward, all are welcome to gather at the home of Janice and Marshall Knopf.

Shiva will be on Monday, May 5th and Tuesday, May 6th from 5:00 – 9:00 pm at the home of Janice and Marshall Knopf.

To share memories, stories, photos, or reflections about Max, please email: StoriesAboutMax@gmail.com.

Max lived with quiet strength, radiant optimism, and a heart wide open to others. His time with us was far too short, but the joy, love, and light he gave will remain forever.

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Congregation B'nai Israel

171 Ridge Road

Rumson, New Jersey 07760

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Sunday 5/4, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Fair View Cemetery

Middletown, NJ 07748

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I was Max’s friend during his time in Colorado, and fellow MBA class mate, and I just want to say how sad it makes me to know that we have lost such a good soul. Max immediately endeared himself to everyone in our 100 person class and I took a personal liking to him as we shared stories of living in NYC. He was always very generous, had a truly kind smile, and always a joy to be around. My most readily available memory is spending a snowy evening with Max, just the two of us, in the basement of his downtown Boulder home watching Rick & Morty and just laughing our faces off. He was one of the few people that I felt fully comfortable around and we shared a sense of humor. Being with max made me feel at home even though I had only known him for maybe 2-3 months at the time. I also remember spending a weekend with him and some other friends at his place in beaver creek. He was always very humble and just wanted all of us to enjoy what he had access to through his family. What a nice man Max was. I am so terribly sorry for your loss and I will be thinking of Max and his family on this Memorial Day weekend. May peace be with you all.

My prayers are with you all. Thinking of you and sending strength and love during this difficult time.

In memory of Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf, Julia Adrianna Sivakoff lit a candle

Dear Janice and Marshall, Our hearts go out to you and the entire Knopf family on the loss of your beloved son Max. There are no words, but please know how much you are in our thoughts. Cynthia Sparer, Greg Sparer and family

Claire & Peter Glover send our deepest condolences to the Knopf families. We have fond memories of Max and our sons playing football on our front yard as neighbors. RIP

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

We are so deeply sad for your loss and we are all grieving with you. Our prayers are for you and your family.

My sincere condolences to the family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences. There are truly no words. May he rest in peace and shower you with memories until you meet again.

I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you and your family strength during this challenging time. NYU Langone is here for you if you need anything!

Dear Janice, Marshall and all the Knopf family: Losing Max is unimaginable. I pray for you all. The joy and love that Max displayed will never be forgotten by those he touched and the void he leaves cannot be filled. I hope the memories of Max will comfort you. He rests near my beloved wife Cathy in Fair View. I hope their spirits dance until we join them. Dan

I was heartbroken to hear about Max’s passing. Max was not only the coolest kid, but also a friend to everyone and will always be remembered. Sending my deepest condolences to the entire Knopf Family. Margaux D’Onofrio and the D’Onofrio Family.

Dear Janice and Marshall, I will always remember Max filled with exuberance and a smile that could light up a room. I send you my deepest condolences and hold you and your family deep in my prayers. Patti Marshall, Juan Carlos Orejarena, Lucia, Francisco and Rodrigo.

Deepest Sympathy to my friend, Marshall and family. May God comfort you during this time of great loss.

Our family vacation at Lake Como was such a beautiful moment we all shared together — the meals, the boat rides, your little romance at Villa d’Este, the laughter with the whole family… I’m going to miss you so much. Stay close to us, wherever and whenever you can. « Tu n’es plus là où tu étais, mais tu es partout où je suis. » Victor Hugo

Dear Marshall, Janice and the entire Knopf family, my deepest condolences and sympathies to you all. Keeping you all in my heart and prayers. Vinny UBS

I already miss you, but we shared such beautiful memories together. I love you so much, and I’m going to miss you deeply. I’ll never forget you. Have a safe journey.

My most sincere condolences !

“But if I had the stars of the darkest night or the diamonds from the deepest ocean, I’d forsake them all just to hold you close“. I’ll carry you in my heart forever. I love you.

Love you always

Our deepest sympathies and condolences for Max’s parents, sisters and the rest of the family. Max was our son Nick’s dearest friend. We remembered him fondly especially for his big smile and his friendship & support to our son Nick. We cannot imagine the pain & sorrow that you are feeling, our thoughts and healing prayers are with you. May all your wonderful memories of him bring comfort during this difficult time May he Rest in Peace Mr & Mrs Eric Brotman

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Dearest Janice, Marshall, Emily, Jenny, Laura and the entire Knopf Family, Our hearts are with you during this heartbreaking time. We can only begin to imagine the depth of your sorrow, but please know that we are holding you close in our thoughts. Max’s presence in your lives was a beautiful gift and blessing, and we know how deeply he was loved by you and so many who had the pleasure of knowing him. The bond you shared was very special, and that love will live on - forever and ever and always. We were always so happy to see and catch up with Max at family gatherings, birthday parties, and special occasions. His smile and great personality were truly contagious, and being around him always brought joy. He was wonderful to talk to—kind, thoughtful, and so engaging. Always showing genuine interest. We will miss him, too. We are here for you—always. As your extended family, we send you all our love, strength, and support as you navigate this immense loss. May you find comfort in each other and in the memories you hold so dear. With all our love and deepest sympathies, Dara & Rudy Mizel and Marci & Steven Senders

In memory of Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf, Jack Rosenblad lit a candle

In memory of Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf, Johanna Scemama lit a candle

Love and prayers for the family. So sorry. ❤️❤️❤️

In memory of Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf, Lauren lit a candle

Dear Marshall and Janice, We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that our hearts ache for you and your family during this unimaginable time. Sending love and prayers.

In memory of Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf, Bob Keating lit a candle

To the Knopf family: my heart goes out to you. Although it’s been years since Max and I have seen each other directly, we continued to cheer each other on. a friend described him perfectly - a core figure in my childhood. Memories growing up with Max, playing soccer at recess or exploring red bank, are engrained in our memories. Thinking of you all & sending our love

In memory of Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf, Faure laurebt lit a candle

Janice and Marshall ; I am heartbroken at this news ; my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family !🙏. Joseph

My heartfelt condolences. I met Max through our common friendship with Odile. He always had a smile and lit up the room. That’s how we will remember him…

Dear Janice, Marshall & Family, My heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your beautiful son, Max. May you have comfort in knowing that he touched so many lives - his light continues shine bright. Sending prayers of comfort during your unimaginable loss. With Love, Lucia

Dearest Janice, Marshall, Emily, Jenny, Laura and the entire Knopf family, Our hearts are broken for you. We will always remember Max’s beautiful smile and amazing blue eyes. May G-d give you all strength. Much love, Mindy and Dan Minerva

Max was a little brother to all of us. He was always vibrant, always excited for an adventure and to get involved. I will never forget when Laura, Max and I performed in a talent show at Pine Grove camp. We played “Macho Macho Man” and despite being the smallest of us, he played the role of macho man well. Flexing his muscles and wearing a stuffed shirt—he wore a huge smile and captured the hearts of the entire crowd, as Laura and I struggled through our coordinated performance. Max was a class act and a gem and I will never forget him.

Janice, Marshall, Emily, Jenny and Laura, we are so sorry to hear about your tragic, untimely loss of Max. There’s nothing anyone could say that could be enough to address such grief. You were all blessed and privileged to have each other for the time you shared together. I pray God gives you and your family the strength to sort out this grave loss. Wishing all of you the best always. Please give our sincerest condolences to your entire family. Love, Joanna, Marc, Lauren, Alexandra and Elizabeth Betesh

In memory of Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf, Sushama Govil lit a candle

May Max’s memory always be a blessing

Dear Janice, Marshall, Emily, Jen, & Laura, Adam, Dina, Jodi, & I are so saddened. We all hold shared memories that are flooding back. Our hearts are with you.

My deepest condolences to the Knopf family.

For you and your family. I’m deeply sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all and sending love, strength, and light during this heartbreaking time. With all my heart. Alisson

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

In memory of Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf, Picq alisson lit a candle

Mes pensées et mes condoléances les plus sincères à toute la famille et aux proches.

I was very sorry to hear about Max’‘s passing. Although it’s been a while since we’ve been in touch, I have very nice memories of him and your family. Please know that my thoughts are with you in this difficult time. I wish you strength and peace in the days ahead. With sincere sympathy, Dennis Hölker

My deepest condolences to the Harrington-Knopf family. I was a member of staff at Ranney during his Junior and Senior year and I instantly recognized the name and was heartbroken. He was a very sweet young man with a wonderful smile and a quiet, but playful demeanor. May his memory be a blessing.

I don’t even know where to begin. When I read about this tragic passing my heart broke. When me and max met we were like brothers. Spent a lot of time together playing soccer going to Colorado to go skiing driving the go cart around the driveway like it was a racetrack and felt like we were professional drivers to going to jenks for teen night. There are a lot of memories that I still think to this day. You and your family welcomed me in with loving arms and made me feel like I was a part of the family. Love you brother going to miss you dearly

My most sincere condolences to all of you. I wish i could be with you. I love you.

Am so sorry to hear. Losing a son or daughter is hard. “Man does what he can and endures what he must”. Jon

Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you

Max was the cool kid. I was the newcomer at school and Max was the first to befriend me when I knew no one. We became lightning fast friends and formed a special bond as we grew up together. He treated me like a brother and in turn his family became an extension of my own- summers together, vacations all over, holidays, so many great memories. As the youngest, Max always wanted to be older like his big sisters. He instilled in me that yearning to grow, with him, and to learn and mature as a young adult. It’s painful to know he’s gone but I haven’t lost that bit of Max in my soul. He’ll continue to brighten my life in ways I don’t fully understand and that’s a beautiful thing. To Marshall and Janice, Emily, Jenny, and Laura- my heart breaks for you. Sending you much love and strength.

I am heartbroken hear about Max’s passing. I’ll always remember the energy and zest for life he brought to everything he did growing up. It’s heartbreaking to know he’s gone so soon. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones as they navigate this unimaginable loss.

Janice, Marshall, Emily, Jennifer, and Laura, We are saddened to hear about Max and our hearts and prayers are with you. We remember the day he was born and have wonderful memories of watching him grow up! Max was such a bright and beautiful boy and loved by everyone.

In memory of Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf, Ed Zipprich & JP Nicolaides lit a candle

Too wrong to have left such a huge and loving legacy. To be grieves by so many means he was so well loved by so many.

Rest in Peace my oldest friend we had so much fun together the last 30 years. 🙏

Dear Janice and Marshall and Family, We were shocked and saddened to learn of Max’s passing. It’s a terrible tragedy. We are sending our deepest condolences and prayers. Love, Debbie and Steve Raia and Family

Sending prayers to the entire Knopf Family.

Rest in peace, sweet Max. Your light will forever shine through the family and friends whose lives you’ve brightened. I remember when your sister Emily first announced she was having a baby brother and will always remember you as a loving son, brother and friend. May God bless and support your loved ones with only the sweetest memories of you.

Janice, Marshall and Family, So very sorry to learn of Max’s passing. We send our most sincere condolences and prayers. Wendy & Bob Jones (Cara & Adam)

In memory of Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf, Stephen Papy lit a candle

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Janice, Marshall, Emily, Jennifer and Laura...We are so sorry for your loss! Max was a wonderful young man. He brought so much happiness to all who knew him. Our hearts go out to all of you! 💔

Hard to believe he is gone.

Dad, Mom, my Sis I do not know how to express what I feel as it is so painful and I cannot imagine the pain; Cannot wait to be next to you.

Janice, Marshall, Emily, Jenny and Laura Our hearts go out to you and we wish you love and comfort. Cherish all of your wonderful memories and please know that we are thinking of you. Marcy, Ken, Joshua, Jason and Jenna Chekofsky and Family

Dear Janice & Marshall, . We send our deepest Condolences to you and the entire family. The Fernandez Family

May his memory be a blessing. My heart goes out to the whole Harrington-Knopf family.

Our deepest and sincerest condolences to the entire family. Max, you are loved and will be missed. This light and prayer are for the elevation of your soul, Max, and for your family and friends, to whom we are sending love and strength. Baruch Dayan HaEmet. ב״ד ה״א 🙏✨🤍 Rudy & Dara Mizel

Max, you have always been so special to so many. My heart stopped knowing you are not with us anymore. I’ll never forget the times we had and how kind you have always been. Condolences to the family. My heart is with you all. Love you always ♥️

Dear Janice , Marshall, Emily, Jenny, and Laura and all of the Knopf family. We are heart broken to hear of Max's passing. Zach and I have such wonderful memories of time spent with Max and your family. We pray for your hearts to heal from sorrow and for you to get your strength from the memories of the joy your beloved son, brother, and uncle brought into your lives. Forever in our hearts. Love Anne and Zachary Roslin ❤️

My deepest sympathies to the entire Knopf family. I'm so sorry to hear about this tragic loss. I know words cannot describe how devastating this tragedy is, but always remember that you have the support and love from so many. Growing up your entire family always treated me like one of their own from invites to Passover cedars to regular weekend sleepovers. My heart is with you all.

We are for your loss. I remember when we met Max. He was very little and my mom used to work with you. she loved the little boy like he was her own son and now he’s in heaven with God are father sorry to the family. We love yall And you have our respect.

In memory of Max Bernard Harrington-Knopf, Nadine Feldmus lit a candle

To Marshall, Janice Emily, Jennifer, Laura and the entire Knopf Family, Our hearts are broken. There are no words we can offer to give you solace, but know that we grieve with you, we cry with you, and we will forever remember all the wonderful times we spent with Max and your family. Watching him grow from a young boy, we are so fortunate to have had him in our lives and as a best friend to our son. We are gutted by his passing and only wish for you that when your grief eases just enough, you will once again be able to smile with joyful memories of him. Please know our thoughts are with you and those that loved Max so. With deepest sorrow and regrets, Abe and Nadine Feldmus

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.