Maximilian T. Cardone

Colonie - Maximilian (Max) Thomas Cardone, 21, of New York, died by suicide on October 21,2026.

Max was a student at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), where he studied cybersecurity in the Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences. He especially enjoyed his work as a teaching assistant in computer programming, sharing his knowledge and helping other students learn.

Calm, quiet, and thoughtful, Max enjoyed movies, particularly his “bad movie” nights, when he and his friends would watch movies of questionable quality and laugh together about just how bad they were. He loved video games on Steam and strategy board games, with favorites including Kingdom Builder, Scrabble, and Ricochet Robots. Many hours were spent around the table playing games with family and friends, combining his enjoyment of a good intellectual challenge with the pleasure of spending time together.

Max is survived by his mother, Barbara Bromberg, and stepfather, Louis Bromberg; his father, Steven Cardone, and stepmother, Heather Cardone; his brother, Joseph; and his step siblings, Shane, Danielle, Riley, and Audrey. He is also survived by his grandparents, Henry F. and Dorothy Walter and Richard and Christine Cardone; many first and second cousins; and an extended family.

He also leaves behind many cherished friends in Albany and Rochester, who shared in his life, interests, and adventures.

Max was predeceased by his cousin, Henry C. Walter, his uncle Ronald Cardone, and his Grandmother Doris L. Walter.

A celebration of Max’s life will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Avenue, Colonie. Please come dressed as you would if you were coming to hang out and play games with Max. Casual clothes are welcome.

Max’s family has chosen to speak openly about his death by suicide in the hope that doing so might encourage someone else who is struggling to reach out for help. No family should have to experience the loss of someone they love so young. If you or someone you know is struggling, please know that help is available and that you do not have to face those feelings alone.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Max’s memory to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) at https://AFSP.org. Through education, research, and advocacy, AFSP works to prevent suicide and support those affected by it.

To leave a message of condolence for the family, visit www.CannonFuneral.com