Max McGrane age 91 of Fairbank passed away Friday April 3, 2021 at the Cedar Valley Hospice Home in Waterloo. He was born May 17, 1929 in Elma, the son of Pat and Blanche (Halpin) McGrane. Max married Charlotte Tonn on June 4, 1953 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Elma. He proudly served in the United States Army for two years during the Korean War. After returning home from the service Max and Charlotte lived in the Elma area for a number of years, then moved to Denver for a short period of time before settling down in Fairbank where they spent the rest of their lives. He worked at Waterloo Industries and retired from there after 30 years of employment. Max is best known for his many years of painting, he probably painted for the majority of the people that lived in Fairbank and for many people who lived in the surrounding communities. Max was a devoted member of the Fairbank American Legion volunteering many hours for different activities that were held at the legion hall. He was most proud to participate in countless Military Rites held for fallen veterans, as well marching in every parade held in Fairbank. Max was a longtime member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and the Fairbank Community Club. He is survived by his two sons; Danny (Luan) McGrane of Cedar Falls and Dennis McGrane of Fairbank, a son-in-law; Wade Brennan of Fairbank, eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild with one more on the way. Max is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Charlotte, his daughter; Barb Brennan, a daughter-in-law; Barb McGrane, a great-grandson; Carson McGrane, 2 sisters and their husbands; Myrna (Harold) Weaver and Lilas (Walt) Swacker.
Visitation: 9:00-10:30 am Friday, April 9, 2021 at Woods Funeral Home.
Funeral Mass: 11:00 am Friday, April 9, 2021 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Fairbank.
Military Rites: Fairbank American Legion Fortsch Duffy Post 552
Interment: Immaculate Conception Cemetery
Memorials: May be directed to the family for later designation.
Condolences for Max Daniel McGrane
Max was a great man…loved by all!! Sending all of you sincerest sympathy.
Thoughts of love & prayers to the family. Max was a treasure to remember.
James and Jodi, Iām so very sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Hugs to you. š
Thoughts and prayers are with the family….will always remember Max for his smile and always a story to share….RIP Max
So Sorry for your loss. Max ( & Charlotte) was always so involved, helping at every event, working at the Legion, helping anyone that needed help. Hugs & Prayers to Family & Friends. Greg & Lori Beierschmitt
Max was a gentle man with a big heart. Will be missed. Prayers and sympathy to the family. Don and Karen