A grieving dad has issued a heartbreaking plea following the death of his 17-year-old son. Max Greenhouse died in a car crash in Aughton, a village in West Lancashire between Ormskirk and Maghull.
Three other boys were hurt in the crash which saw a car leave the carriageway and crash into a farm building at around 9pm on Wednesday, December 11. Passenger Max tragically died in hospital a short time later.
His family said in a tribute at the time: “Our beautiful boy, so much charisma and charm with a zest for life. Truly adored by all of your family and friends. Our hearts are broken, can’t believe we will never see your beautiful smiling face again. You will live on forever in our hearts.
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“Max, you touched every heart with your genuine kindness, love and happiness. Never a bad word to say about anyone and we have been truly touched by the amount of tributes from your friends who have said that you were always there to help and support them through difficult times.
“We have been overwhelmed by the amount of people who knew you even from afar. You have had an impact on so many people’s lives. We are so proud Max to call you our son. Rest in peace Angel. Forever 17. Sleep tight our precious son and brother.”
In a new update, Max’s dad Andrew has asked Liverpool supporters to applaud in the 17th minute of the game at Anfield against Manchester United today (Sunday, January 5). In a post on X, he shared a picture of Max when he was younger wearing a Liverpool t-shirt and bucket hat against a sea of red scarves, Liverpool Echo reports.
He wrote: “This is my son Max, we lost Max in a tragic car accident on the December 11 2024. A life long Liverpool fan, can anyone please share and see if we can get a one minute applause at the next home game versus Man Utd in the 17th minute.”
Liverpool supporter and artist Abigail Rudkin said: “17 year old Max Greenhouse sadly died 11/12/24. His family would like Anfield to remember him during the game with a minutes applause on the 17th minute. Please join me with getting this out there, a tribute will feature in the matchday programme.”
Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler said: “Bless him…. deepest sympathy to you and all the family.” Ex-Liverpool goalkeeper Chris Kirkland added: “Sending our love to you and your family at this impossible heartbreaking time, please everyone get behind this applause on the 17th minute against Manchester United.”
The official account of Liverpool John Lennon Airport said: “Sorry for your loss, Andrew.” Dawn Butler, Labour MP for Brent, said: “So very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and all the family. I hope Max gets his applause. He will be watching over you from heaven.”