Max Bookless

Very nice man with old school toughness full of life and upbeat charisma.

Max was a very special man and I always loved his sheepish grin and humor. He will be missed by many. Cheryl Holman Donaldson

Nancy
I was sorry to hear of your father's passing. He had a very full and accomplished life. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Nan, Bruce, and Maxine,
When a single man has left such a mark on his all who knew him and his community as a whole, you know there walked a menshe. A man who was bound by no single generation, and was truly known for his kindness, humor, and wisdom. I am saddened for your loss, and wish you strength during this difficult time. It occurs to us so far from Pittsfield, as we read all of the entries, we know there are literally hundreds of people with whom he came in contact who will...

Dear Nan, Maxine, Bruce, & Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your Father's passing. The obituary is a beautiful tribute to his memory as are the guest book comments. He was quite extraordinary and will surely be missed by many. We extend our deep and sincere sympathy in your sad loss.

Maxine, Bruce and Nancy,

I just learned of your Dad's passing and send my condolences. He was a great man and enjoyable to talk with. He was helpful the day we met a few years ago with Ralph Goodman to recall the early days in Pittsfield, dairies, people and places. May our thoughts and prayers be with you during this period of healing. Jim(my) and Jackie Shulman

Dear Nan and Maxine,
Your father was such a special part of my life - I am going to miss him terribly. Since moving in next door to him, he has occupied such a huge part of my heart. He meant the world to me and taught me so much about life and living. I will love him and remember his always. Thank you both for letting me into your family and for giving me the wonderful gift of being able to say one last goodbye - my last visit with "Mr. Bookless" will always be a treasured memory. ...

Having grown up on Foote Ave,my siblings and I have many fond memories of Max and Shirley from both childhood and, more recently,when I moved back to the neighborhood. His wit and wisdom will be missed. The world is poorer for his passing.