Max Russell Crabtree, Jr. was born March 23, 1973 in Frankfort, Indiana and departed this life Sunday, September 27, 2020 reaching the age of 47 years.

He is survived by his parents, Max Russell Crabtree, Sr. and Shirley (Perkins) Crabtree, his companion, Debra Watts, 1 sister, Julie Ann Crabtree (Scotty Brown), 1 special brother, David Crabtree (Geri), 2 nieces Deanna Smith (Ben) and Beth Neeley (Andrew), 5 great nephews, 2 great nieces. Also many family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, A. R. and Nova Crabtree of Monticello, KY, Aaron Perkins of Nicholasville, KY and Zella Perkins of Monticello, KY and twin nieces Lacy and Stacy Bryant.

Max Russell Crabtree, Jr. had worked 20 years at Monticello Flooring Company. He had to stop working due to his health.

He accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior and was baptized. He attended the Jesus Christ Chapel as much as he could until his illness prevented him to do so.

Max Jr. had a love for his family and friends. He had many childhood memories of coming to Kentucky visiting his grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. One fond memory is when he was a young child, he would visit Kentucky and have mud on his shoes and he would tell his mom not to wash that "Tucky Mud Off" his shoes.

Max Jr. was a big Hank Williams, Jr. and Alan Jackson fan. His hobbies were collecting Model Semi Trucks and going to truck shows. He was a very kindhearted and caring man who left us all way too soon.  He will be sadly missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 1, 2020 between 5 pm – 8 pm in the chapel of the funeral home.  Funeral services will be held Friday, October 2, 2020 at 2 pm at the Hicks-Vaughn Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in the Elk Spring Cemetery.

Due to the current COVID-19 situation and upon recommendations from the Governor's Office for Funeral Homes, there will be some restrictions for service attendance. You are asked to please wear a mask or facial covering and observe the social distancing guidelines. No communal food or drinks are allowed at this time. Please feel free to sign the online guestbook or send a private condolence message through our website.