Timothy "Bounce" Maxam, 44, of Clinton, passed away unexpectedly August 22, 2014, surrounded with the love of his wife and family at Faxton - St. Luke's Healthcare Center. Tim was born in Utica, NY, on June 27, 1970, the son of Arthur R. and Betty (Bush) Maxam. He was raised and educated in the Clinton school system and later attended MVCC. Bounce was a painting contractor in Clinton for several years, but will mostly be remember for his robust smile, and welcoming attitude, which he offered to all as they entered his place of employment at Alteri's Restaurant in Clinton. On October 8, 2005 in Clinton, Bounce was married to Gretchen Schultes. He was a member of St. Mary's Church, Clinton. Tim is survived by his wife, Gretchen; his mother, Betty Maxam of Clinton, a sister and her husband, Patricia and Richard Santa Maria of Clinton; three brothers and their wives, Robert and Donna Maxam , Richard and Susan Maxam, and Daniel and Donna Maxam all of Clinton; his mother and father-in-law, Richard and Susan Schultes of Cherry Valley, NY; a sister-in-law, Heidi (James) Maxwell of Bozeman, MT; also several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Never to be forgotten, Bounce is also survived by his "Canine Children", Lucy and Elvis. Tim was predeceased by his father , Arthur (Bob) in 2006, and his brother, Tom in 1983. Timothy's funeral will be held Thursday, August 28, 2014 at 9:30 am at St. Mary's Church, Clinton, where his Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. His burial will be private at the convenience of his family. Calling hours at the Heintz Funeral Home, 10 E. Park Row , Clinton will be held from 4:00 until 7:00 pm Wednesday. Donations in Bounce's memory, would be appreciated to the Steven Swan Humane Society. ................................................................................ Message from the Alteri Family How lucky we are to have known you, Bounce. How grateful we are for all that you did, not only for our business, but for our family. How proud we are to always consider you are friend, our brother, and one of the greatest people we'll ever know...We're honored that you found it worth your while to dedicate so much of yourself to this community. No one will ever forget how you made them feel, no matter which side of the bar you were on. How utterly heartbroken we are to have to say goodbye so soon. Cheers, Bounce. We love you and we'll miss you always.