Max G. Fort, 76, of Knightstown passed away Thursday, November 16, 2017 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on July 29, 1941 in Henry County to the late Donald and Theresa (Ewing) Fort.
Max was a 1959 graduate of Knightstown High School and was a lifelong, retired farmer. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed spending time at the Knightstown Park watching baseball and softball. Max especially enjoyed watching his grandson, Jack, participate in sporting events. Max also enjoyed cruising around the area watching farmers as they worked their fields, talking to people and fishing. He was just a simple man that appreciated the simple things in life. Max was a member of the Knightstown Wesleyan Church.
Max is survived by his grandson, Jack Fort of Knightstown.
In addition to his parents, Max was preceded in death by his son, Mark Fort and longtime friend, Ruth Kise.
Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, November 20, 2017 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service Knightstown Chapel with Rev. Harold Rodgers officiating. Burial will follow in Glen Cove Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 11-1 prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Knightstown Youth Sports with envelopes available at the funeral home. Condolences and memories of Max may be shared at
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