In memory of

Maximo Gordon Edward Macanas

MCKINLEYVILLE

April 26, 1988 - January 31, 2026

Apr 26, 1988 - Jan 31, 2026

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In memory of

Maximo Gordon Edward Macanas

Passed

January 31, 2026
Born

April 26, 1988
Resided

MCKINLEYVILLE

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Maximo Gordon Edward Macanas, 37, of McKinleyville, passed away after being swept into the ocean on January 31 and was recovered on February 3. Born on April 26, 1988, in French Camp, California, Max was the son of Brian Macanas and Anna Macanas. He graduated from Galt High School and then promptly made his way to Humboldt County, where he spent the rest of his days fishing, hunting, and providing for his family.

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If you have a story, memory, photo, or short video of Max, we would be so grateful if you would share it here.
Whether it's a fishing trip, hunting story, childhood story, a moment that made you laugh or meant a lot to you, it would also mean a lot to us.

These memories are especially important for Moses and Samuel Gordon. As they grow, this page will be a place where they can see the many ways their dad was loved, respected, and known by others.

Please don't worry about writing something perfect. Any memory shared will be a gift.
You can also email memories to macanasfamily2026@gmail.com.

Thank you for helping us preserve his story.

For those who have asked how to support us during this time, a family fund has been created: Donated funds will be used to pay his memorial service, and then to support Hannah, Moses, and Samuel Gordon.

Family support fund: https://gofund.me/5b5564ee8