He enjoyed farming, running large equipment, trucks, tractor pulling, attending antique tractor shows, camping, watching barges on the Mississippi River, watching his grandkids participate in various sports, watching squirrels, and spending time with his beloved dog, Patches. Those left to cherish Max's loving memory are his wife of 61 years Eileen Gauch of Baxter, IA; sons Jim (Deb) Gauch, Doug (Tammy) Gauch, Scott (Joann Maxwell) Gauch, all of Baxter, IA; grandchildren Donna (Anthony) Binning, Lindsey (Collin) Pertruczenko, Spencer Gauch, Missy McCallum, Stephanie Gauch, and Heather Gauch; 9 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild; brother Chuck (Linda) Gauch; sister Judy Smith; sisters-in-law; special cousin Verle (Joyce) Lint; many nieces, nephews, and close friends. Max was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Mae Mackerman and Linda Gauch. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Gauch family. Fredregill Funeral & Cremation Care has been entrusted with the care of Max and his family.