Michael Murray Obituary

Of Newton A native of County Laois, Ireland December 2, 2007. Beloved husband of 52 years to Margaret (McCarthy) Murray, also of Newton. Devoted and loving father of Thomas and his wife Maryellen of Scituate; Michael Jr. of Waltham; Kevin and his wife Gail of Westwood; Betty Ann and her husband Dan Liddell of Cazenovia, NY; Margaret and her husband Alan Norton of Scituate; Gerard and his wife Judith of Waltham; Robert and his wife Kathleen of Newton; and Deirdre and her husband Dan Wrixon of Newton. Mike was also a loving grandfather to 18 grandchildren and is survived by many nieces and nephews both here and in Ireland. Visiting hours at The McNamara Funeral Home, 460 Washington St. (At Lake Street) BRIGHTON Thursday 4-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in Our Lady Help of Christians Church, 573 Washington St., Newton on Friday at 10:30 AM. Interment Saint Joseph Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Mike's memory may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 332 N. Lauderdale, Memphis, TN 38105. For online guest book etc., please visit www.mcnamara-sparrell.com McNamara - Sparrell Funeral Homes Brighton-Cohasset-Norwell 617-782-9636

Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 5 to Dec. 6, 2007.
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Our sincere sympathy to the Murray family on the loss of a fine man. I have fond memories of working for him long ago. May he rest in peace.

Richard & Marilyn Lyons - Wales - Great Britain

Richard Lyons

December 19, 2007

To Margie and all of the Murrays,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Dad always had a smile and a joke for us. I know you'll miss him so much. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sarah Kilgallen Fabian

December 12, 2007

Murray family,

I just heard about your loss from my brother John. I never met Mr Murray but knowing some of the children, I am sure he was a really special person. My thoughts are with all of you.

Chris Borelli

December 7, 2007

Bobby,
Sorry to hear about your father.I just found out today.Your father was always a gentleman.

Michael Langan

December 7, 2007

Kevin, Gail, and Children,
Kevin, your Dad has been blessed to have shared such a full life with you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Brendan Murphy

December 7, 2007

Bobby & Kathleen,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family. Sorry for your loss.

Paul & Janet Bears

December 7, 2007

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with You and your Family. May God Bless all of you and help you thur your sorrow.
God Bless,

Everyone at the Oneida Office

The Staff at 218 Liberty Resources

December 6, 2007

Tom -
Katy, myself and the kids are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. I do remember meeting him once and he was a wonderful guy. You are very lucky to have had him part of your life for such a long time.
Regards,
Marty, Katy Falaro & Family

Marty Falaro

December 6, 2007

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