Maxol licensee bids Farewell following a 55-year career
Millie Walsh, who has operated Maxol Dublin Bridge in Mullingar for almost 40 years, is set to retire, marking the close of a monumental career. Millie has become a local legend, widely recognised for his cheerful and friendly customer service. He has been a dedicated presence in his local community providing fresh food, groceries, fuel and countless car washes to locals with his catchphrase, “Drive in that car and we’ll give it an ‘aul wash for ya,” becoming a symbol of his welcoming and generous spirit.
Millie’s story captured national attention following a radio appearance on RTÉ’s Joe Duffy Liveline show, and he became the subject of the 2023 documentary film, Millie’s Maxol Magic.
Brian Donaldson, CEO of Maxol, praised Millie’s unwavering dedication to serving the community on behalf of Maxol, noting, “There was always a big welcome and a story for all who popped in to Maxol in Mullingar. For countless years Millie’s warm demeanor and engaging tales made everyone’s visit to the service station a memorable and enjoyable experience.
He has always epitomised Maxol’s community values and will be greatly missed by all. On behalf of all the team at Maxol, I wish to thank Millie for his years of loyal service and commitment to Maxol and wish both Millie and his family the very best for the future.”
As Millie steps down, he will be succeeded by new Maxol licensee Eoghan Murray, an experienced and highly regarded local retailer who is set to continue the legacy of outstanding, friendly service at Maxol Mullingar as Millie hands over the baton to the next generation.
In a heartfelt social media announcement posted by a colleague, Millie expressed his gratitude to his customers, saying, “It was a pleasure to come in every morning at 6:30 and meet so many faces – old faces, young faces – and indeed, lovely faces! That was the enjoyable bit of it, and I will never forget that.”
Maxol presented Millie with a caricature marking his four decades as a Maxol licensee and in lieu of gifts from well-wishers, Millie has asked for donations to be made to the Irish Kidney Association.
- Millie Walsh is pictured with Brian Donaldson and the new Maxol licensee in Mullingar, Eoghan Murray (images: Barry Monaghan)
