Max

This is a contribution to the website from Katherine Morris, Ella Hamilton, Huw Bussell and Leah Conner. We all lived in the house behind Max's in second year and he was a brilliant friend to us all. We are truly sorry, and we're thinking of you all.

Ella Hamilton

I didn’t really get to know Max until the end of first year. I remember spotting him in castle leazes in freshers week and thinking- wow that guy looks like Justin Timberlake! (Which he did not appreciate when I told him!) At first I was quite intimidated by max as he had such a huge personality and knew absolutely EVERYONE! But the more I got to know him the more I realised that he was really a great big softy! In fact I think it was when we went shopping together that I realised just how sweet he was. I made him try on his mad max t-shirt and he was really unsure about it but he bought anyway- probably just to shut me up and keep me happy! I always felt he had time for me and that he really listened. He always, always made me smile when I saw him and he always had a big cuddle waiting for me. I think the thing ill miss the most about him is his cuddles. He was such a warm, gentle person and I absolutely adored him. I’m so pleased I managed to get to know him. He really is one of the best people I’ve ever met and he will be sorely missed.

Katherine xx

I got to know Max in my second year of Uni at Newcastle. We all lived on the street behind the legendary Devonshire Place, and could see the guys from our house, so I was a frequent visitor to number 25. There was always so much going on there, lots of people having a laugh, and Max was usually at the centre of it, entertaining everyone. He was so much fun, and he could also be so so sweet. He would always listen and everything he said was totally honest. He was always there to give you a hug, or even just a cheeky smile! Whenever Max was around, everyone was having a good time.

Everyone who knew Max will always remember him for his charm, sense of humour, amazing personality, and of course good looks! It's incomprehensible to think that he's gone, but I know that no one will ever forget him. I always thought i'd get to know him better as we got older, and I can't believe I wont get that chance. Max, we miss you!!

Ella xxx

What I will remember most about Max is his charming nature, generosity of spirit and his ability to always make you smile. I met Max in the first year at Newcastle and whenever I saw him we would always have a chat, a bit of banter and a cigarette. The thing with Max is he was always interested in what you had to say, just one of life's great guys. When I think about my university experience Max is one of those unforgettable characters that make uni so memorable. I was deeply saddened by the news and my sympathies go out to all his friends and family.

Huw

I had heard of Max before I met him and knew that he was popular. When i was introduced to him in the middle of first yr, i expected him to be confident. However, his confidence was never overpowering. I am shy when i meet people, but with max it was effortless. He was calm and genuinely interested in getting to know me and always had time to speak to everyone. He was an excellent conversationalist and an interesting and gifted young guy. I know he will be missed by many.

My deepest sympathy goes to his family and all of his many closest friends.

Leah