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RICHES, Maxwell “Max”

Born Monday May 06, 1940. Passed away Wednesday November 06, 2024.


Beloved husband of Vera. Devoted Father of Sharon, Steven, Garry, Darryl, Malcolm, Julie and their partners. Much loved Pa to his 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Always loving and caring to us all.

Funeral notice


Service

Friday November 15, 2024, 1:30pm

Quinn Funerals Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac

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Cemetery location

Colac Cemetery

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The Funeral of Mr. Maxwell “Max” Riches will be held in the Chapel at Wesley Place, 15 Skene Street, Colac on Friday, November 15, 2024 commencing at 1.30 p.m.

The Funeral will leave the Chapel at the conclusion of the service for the Colac Lawn Cemetery.

Max's family has asked for those attending the funeral, if you could please wear something blue as it was Max's favourite colour.

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  1. Deepest condolences, Matti, Suvi, Aarno, and Kaarlo Saarikallio

    Matti Saarikallio

    November 15, 2024 9:00 pm

  2. Dear Vera and Families my deepest sympathy to you all at this time ,remembering the good old times at Pirron Yallock , The Mulheron family.

    Anne Mulheron

    November 15, 2024 1:47 pm

  3. Beloved brother in law.
    You will be sadly missed.
    My Tuesday nights singalongs wont be the same with out xx
    Rest in peace
    Liz,Steven and family xx

    Liz Forssman

    November 15, 2024 12:44 pm

  4. TO VERA AND FAMILIES
    THINKING OF YOU ALL ON
    ON THE LOSS OF MAX

    VERA & LEN PARSONS

    LEN & VERA PARSONS

    November 14, 2024 10:14 pm

  5. To Vera and families.
    Thinking of you all on the loss of Max ❤

    Elisa and Pekka Saarikallio

    Elisa Saarikallio

    November 13, 2024 9:51 pm

  6. Thinking of you Sharon, Michael, Lachie, Liam, Vera and all the family, at this very hard time. Hold onto the memories they are yours to keep.
    From Prue Daniel Marlie and Evie x

    Prue

    November 13, 2024 7:53 pm

  7. Dear Vera and Family Deepest sympathy on the sad loss of Max thinking of you all Love Don, Heather and family.

    Heather Holland

    November 13, 2024 11:36 am

  8. Our condolences to Vera and your family,
    At the sad loss of Max.💕
    Ken Clissold and Sandra Barry

    Sandra Barry

    November 12, 2024 7:21 pm

  9. So sorry to read of the loss of Max .Rest In Perfect Peace.Margaret & Barry Dec,Castle

    Margaret Castle

    November 11, 2024 9:12 pm

  10. To Vera and family, my thoughts are with you all after hearing of the passing of Max. A man a smile on his face. Thinking of you Cuz. Stay strong. xxxx

    Judy Cooke

    November 11, 2024 8:25 pm

  11. Thinking of you Jules and all your family on the loss of your beautiful Dad
    Take care of yourself and cherish the memories and take care of yourself in the ride that grief is xx

    Tess Stinchcombe

    November 11, 2024 6:46 pm

  12. Deepest sympathy to Vera and family. Max was a lovely man who always liked to have a chat. Love and hugs Rosie and Chris Philipson 💞

    Rosie Philipson

    November 11, 2024 4:01 pm

  13. Our sincere condolences to Vera & family on the passing of Max, he will be sadly missed by all at Colac Comeback Country

    Dianne Edwards

    November 11, 2024 3:39 pm

  14. To Vera and families.
    Thinking of you all on the loss of Max. He was very much a family man and you will all miss him greatly. He was a man who loved a chat.
    Rest peacefully Max with brothers and sisters gone before you.
    From Betty and families.

    Brtty Skinner

    November 11, 2024 2:14 pm

  15. Deepest sympathy Aunty Vera, Stephen,Sharron,Garry, Daryl,Malcom,Julie.
    Thinking of you all at this sad time.
    Love Michelle & partner Becki xx

    Michelle Fenton

    November 11, 2024 1:34 pm

  16. Our condolences to Vera and family on the passing of Max such a lovely man who will be sadly missed may he RIP.
    Colleen/Brenton Burton.

    Colleen Burton

    November 10, 2024 8:13 pm

  17. To Aunty Vera , Sharon , Steven, Garry , Darryl, Malcolm and Julie and extended families our thoughts are with you all. To Uncle Max I hope they have a few shops up there for you to find your bargains. Love Colin & Sharon and family xx

    Sharon Norman

    November 10, 2024 3:18 pm

  18. condolences to Vera and families on passing of max my thoughts are with you all at this sad time RIP Max

    Phyllis Hay

    November 10, 2024 11:12 am

  19. Deepest sympathy to Aunty Vera , Stephen, Sharron , Garry , Daryl , Malcom and Julie . Uncle Max will be dearly missed such fun memories with him . Love to you all . Rest in peace uncle Max
    Love Karen and family xx

    Karen Forssman

    November 10, 2024 8:27 am

  20. A good fella Max thinking of all his family 😔

    Simon Ryan

    November 09, 2024 9:43 pm

  21. Deepest sympathy to Vera & all the Family
    Max will be missed by many ,, always ready to have a chat ,,, Remembering all the fun times shared with you, : Will miss the Rhubarb :
    Rest Peacefully Max
    Love from Johnny, Majella & all your friends from KickbackCountry
    🌹💔🌹

    MAJELLA BROWN

    November 09, 2024 7:45 pm

  22. Condolences to Vera and family on the passing of Max, a true gentleman who always love a chat especially the speical that were on at Aldis, also grew the best Rhubarb an
    Rip Max
    ❤️

    Chelsea Melville

    November 09, 2024 7:16 pm

  23. To Dear Vera & Family
    Sincere & Heartfelt Sympathy on the loss of Max.Special Memories will always be with you. Love Marlene & Keith Weir

    Marlene Weir

    November 09, 2024 6:31 pm

  24. To Aunty Vera and family thinking of you all at this sad time, family gatherings are going to be different especially playing cards and the chats we had.
    Kathy and David Stewart and family

    Kathleen Stewart

    November 09, 2024 6:27 pm

  25. Condolences to Malcom, Julie and families
    Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.

    Peta, Joe and family

    Peta Ferrari

    November 09, 2024 6:02 pm

  26. Our thoughts and prayers are with Vera and family on the sad loss of Max.
    My mum and Dad were friends with you Max and Vera back in the days.
    Max will be sadly missed by everyone.
    Love from Tony and Colleen Arceri and the Moneghetti family.
    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    Colleen Arceri

    November 09, 2024 5:35 pm

  27. Condolences to Vera and family,
    Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time,
    Stan and Ellen Woods💐

    Ellen Woods

    November 09, 2024 4:29 pm

  28. My thoughts of deepest sympathy go out to Vera, Garry, Sharon, Julie, Malcolm,Daryl,Steven and families.
    Fond memories of milking cows and playing cards.

    Raelene

    November 09, 2024 3:01 am

  29. Condolences to Vera and family on the passing of Max, he will be very much missed
    From Margaret&David Frith and family

    Mary Frith

    November 08, 2024 10:32 pm

  30. To aunty vera @ family so sorry for the loss of Max will miss our funny little chats we had thinking of u all at this hard time love sandra @john xxxx

    Sandra Farnes

    November 08, 2024 8:59 pm