Dedicated to the memory of Max, in our hearts forever.
This site is a tribute to Granville Max McNally, 19th May 1947 - 15th March 2024.
It also gives details of the funeral on April 9th 2024. If you are able to attend please click this link to the event page and then click on 'Going'. It will a great help in planning the day. to know as early as possible, how many are planning to attend! You are very welcome. Unfortunately this page doesn't have the functionality to let us know you're coming so please use the link to confirm attendance!
Please feel free to leave tributes to him or condolences to family on this page, and read contributions from others.
A father, grandfather, husband, brother and good friend, Max is much loved and will always be remembered. As a civil engineer his was a dedicated servant, but most of all, he was crazy about music and athletics. He devoted endless time and energy to supporting emerging artists and athletes, without thought for reward. He loved his family. His love will live on in our hearts.
A celebration of Max's life
Funeral - 11am
Reception - 12pm
Open Mic - 3pm
Funeral service is at Pontefract Crematorium on Tuesday 9th April 2024 at 11am.
This will be followed by a reception at The Robin Hood (12-3pm lovely place, buffet and good beer). The reception will be downstairs in the pub, then followed immediately afterwards, a move to the pub's upstairs music club room, where we will have an open-mic / singaround, in honour of Max's love of music. Anyone is welcome to give us a song, poem or perform in anyway.
You are welcome to come to all or any part of the day.
There is parking at the Crematorium. Details of the venue's parking, overflow parking, disabled facilities and so on can be found in this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKdNnwh1iL0
Closest car park to the Robin Hood pub is Newgate South Car Park WF8 1DR https://g.co/kgs/jttJ68j £2 for 4 hours or £4.30 for over 4 hours.
There is a small lay-by for drop offs at the pub. Exit your car on the left. https://maps.app.goo.gl/Jz1y9fdTN8m6HeKF8
Here's a link to nearby accom options for the 9th: https://bit.ly/4anD7yb
Best accommodation is the Kings Croft Hotel and Premier Inn Pontefract North. https://bit.ly/3IO2rkX
Taxis: Data Cars 01977600680
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9th April 2024 at 11:00 amMax's Reception
9th April 2024 at 12:00 pmWe are fundraising for The Price of Wales Hospice in Pontefract, where Max was looked after in his final few days, and which is reliant on donations for survival. If you are able to donate, we would much prefer donations instead of flowers etc. You can use the donate button on this page. Thank you!
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