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Charles LeMaire
July 12, 2025
My uncle Joe and our family have fond memories of the Original Pancake House. Thanks Max for some of the best times and food ever...
Charles LeMaire
Paul G Walker
October 16, 2024
As a kid growing up in Appleton, Wi. I saw Max quite often. One event comes to mind when I was in a crowd of people. I was young and kept getting bumped by everyone. I looked up at the crowd and couldn't see my dad or twin brother. I started to whimper as the crowd kept pushing me. So I tried to fight back pushing and hitting people to let them know I was there. As I looked up I saw Max and as I worked my way to him I tugged on his pant leg. He said to me what's wrong? I cant seem to find my dad and brother. He picked me up and put me on his shoulders and said which way did I come from. I pointed and he walked that direction until he saw my dad. He walked up to my dad and said I think this is yours. I thanked him for helping me. What a great man he was and funny. To Max. It's a high floater.
Terry Black
October 30, 2007
Denise and family Sorry to hear about Maxs sudden death, I was privilage to know him through Bart Starr a friend of our Family. Our hearts go out to you and he will truly be missed by all. take care
Gavel's
October 29, 2007
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. We hope you feel the love that surrounds you now and the future. The Gavel's
LaRae Miller
October 29, 2007
To the entire McGee Family:
I am very sorry for your sudden loss. I used to work for TimeManagement in Eden Prairie. I will never forget Max's giving & compassionate spirit. In 1997 a friend of mine was a victim of the Grand Forks Flood & was displaced from her home. I went to Max & told him about her being diabetic & that she had no home anymore. Without a thought he took his checkbook out & wrote her a sizable check for diabetic supplies. I will NEVER forget that act of kindness. That's the Max I remember. In his "larger than life" persona, he still cared about other people. In my eyes he was an honorable & respectable person. God bless you all in your time of sorrow for such a great man.
Linda Tibbetts
October 29, 2007
We enjoyed eating at his bar/grill in Arizona. Great place. Sounds like Max was a great person too. My deepest sympathy for his friends and family.
Jon Nygren
October 29, 2007
to Max Jr. and your family:
I pray that you will be comforted by the knowledge that you will someday be with dad again in God's great heaven that is planned for all who trust in the words of John 3:16.
Your bus driver...
Chris Sebert
October 29, 2007
To the McGee Family - especially Marla,
Don't know if you remember me or not but we worked together in Rochester at the old Donaldson's Department Store for a few years. We had some very fun times and some of those times were business trips to Mpls where we always had to stop at Chi Chi's! I remember how fondly you always talked about your Dad and to this day I always let people know who it was who founded the 'real' Chi Chi's. Football and restaurants aside, I knew your Dad through you and my heart goes out to you with this sudden loss. Take care - I think about all of us often.
Harry and Beverly Juech
October 28, 2007
Our sympathies to the Max McGee Family.
We do not grieve as those who have no hope. We look forward to a far better day that will include an eternal reunion with Max and all who share in Christ's victory over sin, death and the grave.
We enjoyed every game and attendance with Max at the Lombardi in Milwaukee.
Cat Migliano
October 28, 2007
Max was my dad's favourite player--dad marvelled at his talent. We always looked forward to seeing him in Tampa for the "battle of the bays" when he was a broadcaster. after dad's passing, i was blessed to have gotten to know Max thanx mostly to Lombardi Legends. over the past couple of years, i had grown extremely fond of Max & treasure everything he taught me about football, diabetes & the restaurant biz. my most cherished memory will always remain being his "chauffeur", as he called me, at last year's alumni weekend. this year's alumni game will remain extra special because it was the last time i got to see Max & chat w/him. I've been especially blessed to have known the player my dad idolized. Alumni weekend will never be the same for me.
Robert McGee Sr.
October 27, 2007
Denise and family:
We would so much like to have been there for Max's memorial but unable to get away. I am his cousin, we live in Oregon City, Or. and have often thought of you all. Our entire McGee family is with you all in our heart and in our prayers. Take care and God be with you at this difficult time.
Love,
Robert and Joyce McGee Sr.
Love,
Robert and Joyce McGee
(son of Melvin McGee)
Pat and Bruce Lillehei
October 27, 2007
To the McGee Family and our friends at the Original Pancake House, We extend our heartfelt sympathies to you all. Our family meets together every Saturday morning at OPH, the best breakfast and the best service in the Twin Cities. Max was always bigger than life, friendly, and eager to share a crossword puzzle answer or two. This quote seems to fit, "The person who has lived the most is not the one with the most years but the one with the richest experiences." Max will be missed.
Pat and Bruce Lillehei and all of our children and grandchildren.
Kathy Summers
October 27, 2007
Denise,Maxie and Dallas
We wish to extend our sympathy to all of you. As our family met your family when Tim and Maxie were in 1st grade, we have many memories of your husband and Dad. Tim used to come home with many stories of "Mr. McGee" from him coming up to school and from when Tim would play at your house. Watching Maxie be crowned Homecoming King was the highlight of senior year but watching you, Denise and Max glow with pride during that ceremony was awesome. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
The Summers Family
JOYCE BACKS
October 27, 2007
Dear McGee Family,
I'm Joyce Backs (90y/o), and I was Max's 2nd Grade teacher, at White Oak Elementary School in White Oak, Texas. I also knew his parents, both brothers and sister well. Max or "Maxie" as his mother fondly called him, was the teacher's pet and an excellent student. By the age of 7, his gifted athletic abilities had begun to emerge, as I watched him many times kick the football over the two story grade school building. I joyfully followed his career, faithfully wearing my 'cheese head' during his games.
I will always remember him as that wonderful little boy who met me at the classroom door every morning with a smile on his face.
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Your Friend in Christ, Joyce Backs
Dorothy Mitchell
October 27, 2007
Denise and family: You do not know me and I have not seen Max for many years, but I started to White Oak school with Randall, and I remember Max quite well. I pray that you and your children will find strength in the memories that we all have of Max and his family. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dorothy Jane Wertz Mitchell
Rick Francis
October 26, 2007
Denise & Family
It is difficult to find the appropriate words, but my deepest sympathies at this sudden loss of Max in your lives. My prayers and thoughts will be with you at this difficult time.
Rick Francis
Kathy Stagni
October 26, 2007
Denise and family - we feel so sad for your loss, yet so honored to have known Max Sr. Thank you for all you've done with our Special Olympics team. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Stagni's
Kathy, Lee and Melissa (Special Olympics team member)
October 25, 2007
Dear McGee's: I don't know you but am in the community and my girls went to Minnetonka High School and know Maxie. Whatever was accomplished on the playing field pales in comparison to what Mr. McGee was in life. You all should be very proud...may all the wonderful memories you have of him give you solace at this time.
A Lake Minnetonka resident and also a huge Packer fan!!!!
Barbara Williams
October 25, 2007
Denise and Family:
We were so saddened to learn of Max's untimely death. Words do not
come easy in expressing our sympathy
to you and your family at this difficult time. We have enjoyed so
much being a part of the OPH family.
We always appreciated the welcoming smile from Max when we would encounter him at the restaurant.
Sending love and prayers to you all.
Barb & Wes Williams.
Barbara Williams
October 25, 2007
Denise and Family:
We were so saddened to learn of Max's untimely death. Words do not
come easy in expressing our sympathy
to you and your family at this difficult time. We have enjoyed so
much being a part of the OPH family.
We always appreciated the welcoming smile from Max when we would encounter him at the restaurant.
Sending love and prayers to you all.
Barb & Wes Williams.
Liz Saatela
October 25, 2007
I am praying for the McGee and Olson families and I am sorry for your loss.
Steve Early
October 25, 2007
To the family of Max McGee,
Your husband and father will always be a larger than life hero to me. A framed photo of his Sports Illustrated cover hangs in my den as a testament to the grace and class that he brought to the game.
I wish I could look out and see another Max McGee on the horizon, but I do not. You were extremely blessed to have had him in your lives. He will always represent the very fabric of football's most famous team. The classic stories about Max will always remain, as will his photo on my wall. You have much to be proud of.
Lori O'Keefe
October 25, 2007
To the McGee family my prayers are with you at this time of loss, it is always a shock when it happens to someone "bigger than life". Max, will be missed by the "boys" at the Club, fans around the world, but most of all by family and friends who's lives he touched.
Ken Hiller
October 25, 2007
As a 12-year old in Tulane statium, I got to see a marvelous halfback in 1952 (and 1953) for the Green Wave. Thanks for those wonderful memories, Max. My sincere condolences to the McGee family.
ROBERT MCGEE SR
October 25, 2007
DEAR MCGEE FAMILY. SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MAX,IT HAS BEEN A LIFE TIME SINCE IVE SEEN HIM AS A VERY YOUNG BOY I WAS GLAD TO HEAR HE WAS GOING TO PLAY PRO BALL,MOST OF MY FAMILY MOVED TO TENNASEE,AND CALIFORNIA AND WE SIMPLE LOST COTACT WITH YOU ALL,GOD BLESS YOU DENISE AND FAMILY,YOU ALL HAVE BEEN AND ARE IN MY HEART. BOB MCGEE
Rich McGeorge
October 25, 2007
Rest in peace Max. I will never forget the mentorship and the friendship that you displayed to me as a rookie. You will be in my everlasting prayer. Thank you.
Matthew 5:16
Mary
October 24, 2007
To the family of Max:
My sincerest condolences. Great player, great broadcaster (TV on, volume off!), but even better yet, great person. Thank you for your awesome work and research for Juvenile Diabetes. It is my privilege to donate to your good cause in Max's memory and in honor of my sister, living with Type I for 24 years. He will be missed. God's speed Max!
JC and Chuck Adair
October 24, 2007
Dear Denise, Max and Dallas,
We are so deeply saddened for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Max just made the whole world brighter and always thought so much to help others.
Lord bless you and comfort you in your time of sadness.
Lisa
October 24, 2007
I'm too young to remember watching Max play football. However, my Dad is a big fan and always had nice things to say about Max. While the loss is tragic, he lived a wonderful life. What a kind, generous and gracious man he was. How proud his family must be of such a wonderful man.
Good bye Max, give Vince hell up there, I'm sure you two are already talking old times!
Larry Primeau aka.. the Packalope
October 23, 2007
Dear Denise and the Max McGee Family,
I have been a life long Green Bay Packer fan and have had the pleasure of meeting your late husband many times. In fact I just seen him a couple weeks ago and was in the Legends on Parade with him. It was always gracious to us every we met him.
God bless you and your family. He will be greatly missed by all of us in the Packer family.
The Packalope... Larry Primeau
Bob Shimalla
October 23, 2007
When one of our own is lost,we all mourn . The Packers community has lost a fellow hero and one of great heart, fun loving and dedicated with his foundation. We will all miss you. God Bless,
Ron Larson
October 23, 2007
John G. Cooper
October 23, 2007
Hard for me to write anything , but when I heard Max passed , my throat tightened and I actually shed a tear. Been a Packer fan since the late 50's , now 61 years old , member of Seneca Nation of Indians , New York State. Thanks , MAX , all I can say.
Frank Granacki
October 23, 2007
Max, you gave us courage on the field, smiles on the radio, and heart with the foundation. Our lives are better for being on earth while you were with us. Via Con Dios-Go with God.You were, simply put, a Lombardi player.
Craig Schutte
October 23, 2007
Dear Denise and the entire McGee family,
We were incredibly saddened to hear of your loss. Max is an irrepresible soul who will be greatly missed by my entire family.
We eagerly anticipated his and your arrival at The 510 Restaurant each and every time we saw the name "McGee" on the evening's reservation list. He was an amazing supporter of our family's business. What amazed me most of all is that he would always want to pick my brain about the restaurant business. Here's a guy who launched a restaurant empire and he's asking for my opinion.
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
God Bless You!
Craig, Brad, Kathleen and
Gordon Schutte
October 23, 2007
I am just a fan... even less, a son of a fan. I was too young to watch Max play but my father told me stories of THIS Packer team like I'm sure other cultures pass down the histories of their tribes. Then I was finally able to afford to go to Lambeau and stopped by the Stadium View and met Max. In spite of his on and off the field success he was so much like the rest of us it helped confirm all those stories my dad told me. We all appreciated Max and grieve your loss.
Ken Carriveau
October 23, 2007
Max meant a great deal to so many people for so many reasons. He llived a full life and will be missed. He leaves a legacy of positiveness for us all to aspire to. Thank you for all of the joy and inspiration you gave us over the years. God will surely bless you as he welcomes you into His heavenly fold. Condolences to your loving family who will carry on your posterity as they grieve and after. Thank you Max from us all!
B Benecky
October 23, 2007
The thing I remember most about Max was hearing him on the radio just after Green Bay had won Super Bowl 31. You could just tell how proud and happy he was. Im sure in private he showed that same pride and happiness in his personal life.
Bruce Roehsner
October 23, 2007
My sympathy in your loss. We spoke with Max during the Legends Weekend at Fuzzy's. He made our day. Ol' 85 will be missed.
Bob Gilbertson
October 23, 2007
Dear McGee Family: I am very sorry for your loss. Not only was Max a great man he was respected by many he came in touch with. Take peace in the thought he now watches you from a much greater place. God bless you all and keep you strong.
E Herold
October 23, 2007
Dear McGee Family;
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of a tremendous husband and father. Watching Max proudly playing golf with his son was one of the most tender moments one could imagine. Pride and patience, silent strength, and never being "too good" to talk to anyone or help with even the smallest of tasks, Max was a man who will surely be welcomed with open arms, great laughter, cheers and bright lights when he joins the ultimate 'home team.' God bless and keep you all.
Robert McGee
October 23, 2007
McGee Family,
I was sadden to hear of your loss.
My father was his 2nd Cousin and he told me allot about Max when I got older. I wish I had a chance to get to know you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I pray for your comfort & strength.
David Walker
October 23, 2007
Dear Denise and McGee Family:
Hearing of the passing of yours and our loved one is truly disappointing. As a young man living in Appleton, it was Max and Fuzzy that brought the Packers to real life for me. On Sunday's we would go to the Left Guard for brunch and always find Max with Fuzzy happy to see their fans. He and Fuzzy encouraged us to meet other players - and I remember Max specifically telling one other famous Packer that he better stop ignoring his fans and sign the footballs and placemats or leave his place! Wow -- he really cared about us -- and in turn we cared about him! His work with JD, his MVP award and his ability to humor Vince and others will always be etched in my mind. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.
Stephen Brown
October 23, 2007
My sincere condolences to the entire McGee family. I was shocked and saddened to hear about Max's death. I just saw Max last Thursday at OPH, as has been a weekly occurance for me. I have enjoyed being Max's "neighbor" at OPH for as many years as I can remember. He will be missed greatly.
Brad/lonnie cardini
October 23, 2007
Denise,Maxwell, Dallas and Family: Lonnie,Bev and I were saddened at your loss of Max and feel your sorrow. We also will miss his humor and stories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. We appreciate everything Max and you have done for juvenial Diabetes and want to continue to support your mission and goals as Max would have it no other way.
Rob
October 23, 2007
Denise,
I'm sorry to hear of Max's passing.
You had always been so nice people even when I purchased a outfit from my girl friend at your "Country Roads" store in River Falls many years ago. You gave a high school senior all the attention in the world even if I had little to spend.
God Bless you and yourfamily
Bart Starr, Jim Taylor, and Max McGee
Mark Horner
October 23, 2007
Getting autographs from Max McGee, Paul Hornung, and Fuzzy Thurston at Fuzzy's 63 Bar and Grill on New Year's Eve 2005 was a bright spot during the 4-12 2005 season. Ron Kramer and Bob Jeter were also in the house. My buddy Cal had flown to St. Louis from Albuquerque and we drove up to Green Bay on Friday, December 30 for a Packer weekend. Thank God for understanding wives!
I remember how reverent the people were waiting in line to get an autograph. It was about 4pm on New Year's Eve, but you'd have thought it was a funeral visitation as we were all waiting in the line to view the casket, the people were so awestruck and respectful! At one point, someone asked if he could buy Mr. Hornung and Mr. McGee a drink. Though Mr. Hornung declined, Max said, "Hell, I'll take a drink!" Later, I had a chance to shake his hand and tell him how I used to watch Packer games with my dad in Indianapolis starting about 1965. I was wearing a Ray Nitschke 66 jersey and he later commented that I was wearing a good number. He could not have been nicer and had all the time in the world. Not wanting to monopolize that time, I said nice meeting you, sir, and he replied with, "Tell your Pop I said hi." So, I called my dad on the cell phone and, of course, he got a huge kick out it. My dad died about ten months later on 10/23/2006, one year ago today, and I really appreciated Mr. McGee thinking of my dad on that New Year's Eve. All the good things people say about Max McGee must be true and the bit about the Lombardi Packers being like family is certainly true. For what it's worth, Paul Hornung was asked by my buddy Cal to sign a black and white print of the photograph everyone has seen where Coach Lombardi is standing over Mr. Hornung resting on the bench during a game. Cal asked that the autographed print be written to his young son, Nicholas. Without hesitation, Paul Hornung wrote in reference to Lombardi, "Nicholas..... this was a great man. Paul Hornung #5 "
And, so was Max McGee.
Mark Anderson
October 23, 2007
So sorry to hear of the accident that took a good man from us. I grew up in the UP during the glory days of the Packers and loved the stories about Max and the rest of the Packers. What a tremendous athlete and an even better man.
Felesia Martin
October 23, 2007
Dear Mrs. McGee & Family,
I was sadden to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I pray for your comfort & strength. May the joyous memories of Max flood your thoughts & soul during this time of mourning.
God blessings & peace to you all!
Mary Butler
October 23, 2007
Dear Denise,
I was so shocked and sad to learn of Max's loss. How hard this must be for you, Max and Dallas. But you have been through hard times before and I know that your friends and your God will carry you through.
I remember our days at St. David's like it was yesterday and the strength we gained from each other learning how to deal with our kids disabilities. May you recieve that same strength now!
Love and prayers,
Mary Butler
Susan Forsberg
October 23, 2007
Dearest Denise, Max, Dallas and family,
We were shocked to hear about Maxs' sudden death! It has been several years since we have had the opportunity to see you all. I remember fondly seeing Max at your home being so patient as all of the 'gals' came for your wonderful christmas parties Denise! And talking with Max when our girls came over to play and swim at your house.
It is at times like this that the distance from Molokai to Deephaven seems even longer. We wish we could be there for you all. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Max did so much for SO many people in so many arenas of life: wonderful husband, father,grandfather, a terrific football player, business man and a wonderful friend. He will be greatly missed by many people.
It was a true blessing to have known Max.
Max and Dallas, you were blessed to have a WONDERFUL Dad.
Max is being held in the Lord's Holy arms and is at peace. May the Lord comfort your hearts and give you peace during this difficult time.
We are sending you all hugs and love.
We love and miss you,
Tim, Susan, Kelly and Kristan
Paul Walker
October 22, 2007
To the McGee family,
I was shocked to hear of Max passing away. I met him many times throughout my life and he was always a gentleman and an uplifter. All of us will miss his sense of humor and cander. I met him as a little boy in Appleton, and he recognized me and my twin brother often. I remember riding on top of his shoulders at a soap box derby event in downtown Appleton when I became seperated from my dad and twin brother in the crowd. I couldn't see a lot because I was so small. I looked up in the crowd to find a tall man because my dad told me he saw Max McGee earlier that afternoon. As I wondered through the crowd crying I walked up to Max and tugged on his pants leg, and he picked me up, smiled and asked me what was wrong. I told him my story and off we went to find my Dad and brother. I will never forget that. His memories will live on in my life for sure. We all grieve with you during this time.
Nancy Chase - from St. David's
October 22, 2007
Denise and Family - I was so sorry to hear of your family's loss...You are all in my thoughts and prayers. For the short time that I knew you and your family I was in awe of your generosity and kindness. I can still see all the "pink balloons" at the baby shower you had for me almost 14 years ago. I pray that God surrounds you all with his light and love during this difficult time.
Alan Ziskin
October 22, 2007
Dear Denise,
We are so saddened to hear of your tragic loss. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family,
With Love
Alan and Bonnie
Tom Garrigan (Marek)
October 22, 2007
Most heartfelt condolensces from a lifelong fan, not only of the Pack, but also of "Maxie the Taxie"! Those of us who grew up in Manitowoc, Wi will remember him, his summers playing softball, & especially The Left End!! Thanks for great memories on & off the football field, Max!!!
Patti Bani
October 22, 2007
Our sympathy and prayers are with your family. Long ago I used to bring "killer brownies" into the press box where Max broadcasted the Packer games (my dad was the engineer). Max was such a great person. We are deeply saddened by your loss.
Dina Natzel
October 22, 2007
Dallas and Family: I was so shaken for you today as I saw your daddy's picture on the news - I just want you to know I'm holding you up in my prayers - God can give you the strength to make it through this! Joey spoke so highly of you and the others at treatment; I know Joey would be there for you now more than ever if he could! Please email me - I would be honored to help you in anyway needed.
monica keim
October 22, 2007
denise,max and dallas, i just returned from tokyo and heard the news. i am so sorry and know that even thoughwe were miles away iloved max very much. if i can do anything for you and the boys and the girls please call me. take care and know i am always thinking of you all.
October 22, 2007
To Maxie, your Mom & family,
I am so sad about your Dad. He was always at our Adapted games for Minnetonka and cheering for all of us. He is a great man and we will all miss him. We are saying prayers for you and your family.
See you soon buddy!
Alec Kelsey,teammate of Maxie's
James Webb
October 22, 2007
Mrs McGee,
I was so sorry to hear about Mr. McGee. I truly wish we would have had the opportunity to have met. I believe we would have really liked each other. I am sure he was a great person and liked by everyone.
Emily Wolff
October 22, 2007
Denise
My name is Emily Wolff and your boy "lil max" was a year younger then me in elem. School at Deephaven. I used to read to him when I was in first Grade and he was in Kindergarten.
I wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. I never got to Meet your husband but if he's anything like your son, he is a true inspiration to all and someone that everyone can look up to.
I'm so sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you
Nancy Nelson
October 22, 2007
My sincere and deepest sympathy to the McGee Family. Nothing is harder than losing a loved one. I was never blessed to meet "Max" in person, but he was a significant part of the Packer season for me before his retirement. He had a great gusto for life and I am sure he will be long remembered.
Dennis Tisch
October 22, 2007
My family prays for Denise, the children and grandchildren. We lost a true hero but you lost a friend, father and grandfather. Thank you for sharing him with us these last 75 years. We will all miss him dearly. Simply the thought of hearing Jim and Max on the radio bring a smile to my face and wonderful memories of a child growing up in Green Bay. God Bless you Max McGee.
Loretta Hopinkah
October 22, 2007
The Family and relatives of Max McGee,
I would like to express my heartfelt sympathy, Max was and will always be remembered as a wonderful person and as a great football player, he will be missed by many and remembered by all!
A Green Bay Packer Fan for-ever!!
Michael Braeback
October 22, 2007
Denise & Little Max
Sorry about your loss. He was a great guy.
The Braeback's Mike,Cathy,Jeremiah & Matthew
Mike D'Amour
October 22, 2007
McGee Family,
My prayers are with you. Max was an inspiration to many both on and off the field. A couple of years ago I had the great pleasure to meet Max. A great and kind man.
BILL BERGEN
October 22, 2007
DEAR DENISE AND FAMILY..MAX, AND SWEDE AND MYSELF HAD SOME GREAT STORY TELLING IN OUR TIME..TO MISS HIM IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT..NOW HE AND VINCE WIIL HAVE THE WIND TO THEIR BACK..GOD BLESS, PRAYERS..
Joe Lee Smith
October 22, 2007
May God bless the McGee family now and forever. Max will always be remembered and embraced by those of us who knew him in White Oak, TX. He was our hero then and he always remained our role model.
Jayne Busarow
October 22, 2007
My prayers for the McGee family. He is in a wonderful place celebrating again with Vince, Ray and others.
Joni (Hillukka) Vaatainen and family
October 22, 2007
Dear Denise, Maxie and Dallas,
My deepest sympathy - I was so sad to hear about Max's fall and death. How tragic and difficult for you all. I have many fond memories from the three years I was with you guys, and of how Max obviously loved his boys. Keep the memories you have of your husband and dad close to your hearts; this will help you get through the difficult days ahead. I hope to make it to the 'Celebration of Life' you hold for Max. Sincerely,
Denise & Brian Kesanen
October 22, 2007
Dear Denise, Maxi, Dallas, and Mona,
Brian and I have you all in our thoughts and prayers. Working for Max was such a great job! I am so thankful for that opportuity. I worked a crossword puzzle just the other day and thought of Max. The Maxi golf event was so much fun and raised money for the cause you all care so deeply for. Max will be deeply mixed. The big round table at OPH will never be the same!
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you,
Brian and Denise Kesanen
Mike Koch
October 22, 2007
To one of the best football players I have ever seen. God bless you in eternal life and bless your family.
Celeste Whittemore
October 22, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stan Johnson
October 22, 2007
From Stan and Jan Johnson. Our prayers and condolences to the family of Max McGee. Jan and I worked for Max in Maximillians. I was a Manager in Maximillians and Chi Chis and Jan was the Hostess. We owe 28yrs of happy marriage to meeting in Maximillians. We have many fond memories of Max. Max was most generous and always had a great sense of humor. We've never forgotten fond memories of Max and never will.
Stan and Jan Johnson
Joe Earney
October 22, 2007
Thanks for the memories Max! I will never forget spending Sunday afternoons with you.
Dorothy Toole
October 22, 2007
Mrs McGee
Max was a wonderful football player and helped me get to really enjoy the game as only the Packers could do.
Will keep you in our prayers
Sandy Steward
October 22, 2007
We remember Super Bowl 1 with great fondness. We hope Max will be remembered for what he meant to Wisconsin both has a Packer and a tremendous human being. We will miss you Max
Sparta WI Fans
Chad Sell
October 22, 2007
Being a native of Green Bay, I had the pleasure of watching Max play during the 1960s and listening to him broadcast the Packer games through the 1990s. My children got to know him strictly through his restaurants in the Twin Cities area. He was never too busy to talk to my kids, sign autographs, and pose for pictures. When footage was shown on TV of his playing days, we all gathered around to watch. They were well aware of his place in history as the first player to score in the Super Bowl as well as some of his antics off of the field. He was more than a football player to my family, and the news hit us all very hard. He will be sorely missed.
Ron Larson
October 22, 2007
Toughts go out to Denise and all kids/grandkids. Max was very kind and generous to me. Gave me my first big professional break.
Max was a great boss and friend. He and Fuzzy hired me in September 1967 as 6 nights per week entertainer at Left Guard, Appleton, WI. and during openings of other clubs in the Midwest. He loved music. I loved him.
LuAnn M. and Michael L. (Sorensen)-Denke
October 22, 2007
Denise, "Little" Max, Dallas and all other family members of Max.
My heart and prayers go out to you all. You have ALWAYS been the kindest and most wonderful people I have ever known! I will continue to keep you in my heart and express my deepest condolences to you now.
I am contemplating coming to the services depending on what can be worked out here.
My love to you and praying God's peace to you as well.
LuAnn (former Nanny)
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