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Packers flags at Lambeau Field are flying at half-staff today through Monday in honor of the late Max McGee.
McGee, who passed away Oct. 20 at the age of 75, endeared himself to multiple generations of Packers fans, first during his 12-year playing career (1954, 1957-67) and later through his 20 seasons (1979-98) as a member of the radio broadcast team on the Packers Radio Network.
"Max was a prominent member of the Packers family for decades - as a player, a broadcaster, member of the Packers Hall of Fame and beloved alumnus," Packers Chairman Bob Harlan said. "We felt this was an appropriate way to honor his memory and contributions to the organization."
In addition to the flags, which include a large Packers flag on top of the northeast corner of the stadium and two Packers flags on Harlan Plaza (U.S. flags are unaffected), the team will broadcast a brief video tribute to McGee on Lambeau Field's TundraVision video boards during the club's next home game, Nov. 11 vs. the Minnesota Vikings.
The Packers will have two representatives at McGee's funeral Sunday: Mark Wagner, director of ticket operations, and Aaron Popkey, manager of corporate communications. Both knew McGee during his days as a member of the Packers' radio broadcast team, as well as a member of the Packers Hall of Fame and frequent participant at many Packers' events, including Fan Fest, Alumni Weekend, etc.
Other members of the Packers' front office are unable to attend due to obligations with the team's road game at Denver.
The organization also will make a contribution to the Max McGee National Research Center for Juvenile Diabetes at the Children's Hospital Foundation in Milwaukee.