MAX RICHARD PIRNER Sr.

Max and I first met in 1950, we were classmates and played freshman football at Columbia. He was the quarterback, and I was a second-string, maybe less offensive lineman. Later on in 1957 by sheer accident when we were both in the United States Marine Corps, he was a Company Commander and I was a Platoon Commander in the same company at Camp Pendleton, California. We did not have contact after that. Today, I read of his passing more than 8 years ago; Max was a serious, committed purposeful...

Marilyn and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Although we haven't seen each other in a long time, we will always remember the kindness you both showed us when we returned from overseas and were looking for employment in the Houston area.
All our love,
Carol and Carl Pirner

Debbie,

So sorry about your loss. Prayers to you and your family.

Dear Marilyn and Family, I came to know you and Max rather late in life, but even in that short time he made such a wonderful impression of a husband, father, grandfather and brother . God be with all of you. Rosalyn Mathias, cousin

Dear Marilyn and family,
Betty and I, as I am sure all of Max's Columbia teammates, offer our sincere condolences. Max was well respected not only for his grit and competiveness on the field but also for his career accomplishments and role as a husband and father. I am so pleased that I had the opportunity to share time with you at our Lion Renevous in Virginia Beach. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob

Marilyn and Family, I had hoped that Max would beat the big C. I have many fond memories of Max from the days at UT. He was a very special person. Our Prayers go to you and your family.
Dick Ansted

Dear Marilyn: All the Columbia Lions and Spouses hold you and the family in our prayers. We well remember Max and
the quiet leadership role that he displayed in all of his many
endeavors. Warmest regards to you and your family. Mel and Jane Sautter

Dear Marilyn and Family, On behalf of all the 1950 DeVilbiss High School classmates who knew and have very special memories of Max and you, both at DeVilbiss and at all of the class reunions that you both attended over the years, we wish to express our sincere condolences and prayers at this sad time of your life. Max will truly be missed at our 60th class reunion this August!! Millicent (Dederman) Apardian

To Carolyn,

When I saw this obituary in the paper, I immediately scanned to see if this was your brother. Just the name Pirner evokes many fond memories from Augsburg youth Group. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. With sympathy and love,