Max L. Tamura

Max Lindon Tamura of Avondale, Arizona unexpectedly passed away on February 11, 2020, at the age of 68. Max was born on October 19, 1951 to Iwoa (Tom) Tamura and Lottie Mildred (Stephenson) Tamura in Las Animas, Colorado. Prior to moving to Arizona, he lived in Morrison, Colorado. Max retired from the Adolph Coors Company after 43 years of service. He was an extremely hard worker and received several promotions during his tenure which began in 1971 at the Coors Container Company. He also held positions at the Coors Endline Division, as well as at the Coors Glass Division. He was very experienced in the container manufacturing industry extruding aluminum and glass and provided training to personnel in the manufacturing operations. Max proudly served his country in the United States Navy where he provided instruction at Class A Shipfitter School in the proper use of hand and power tools, gas and arc welding, and drafting and blueprint reading. He served honorably with courage, and commitment and he took pride in his military service. He found solace in nature, was an enthusiastic traveler, and took hundreds of photographs. He was fascinated by the mountains, astronomy, flight, history, music, art, and cuisine. His love for his family was immense and was evident in his final moments. One of Max’s biggest accomplishments was being a father and he adored his children more than anything else in the world. He was a spiritual and emotional man and always had advice to offer. Everyone has unique moments in their life that define their character and mold them into the people they are destined to become. Max rarely asked anybody for help and was a generous person. He would often go out of his way to reach those who were in need. God has His own special plan for each of us and Max lived an amazing life. Only now that he is gone, do we truly appreciate what we are now without. Life without him will be very difficult but God has given us the strength to move forward. Above all, we give thanks for the life of a man we are so proud to be able to call father, son, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, and friend. He was well-loved and will truly be missed. While he is no longer physically with us, his memory and impact on us all will endure. Max entered into everlasting life in heaven with his family and friends that have predeceased him. He is survived by countless family and extended family members whom will be forever grateful that he entered into their lives. Although we have lost a blessing from God and the loss will leave a hole in so many lives, please find comfort in knowing that he is now in the loving arms of God! To honor Max’s memory, his ashes will be scattered in many different places that were meaningful and special to him. Family and friends are invited to attend his celebration of life which will be planned at a later date pending the current COVID-19 global pandemic.