Jean MURCH Obituary

Published by Calgary Herald on Dec. 28, 2013.

MURCH, Jean L.
January 28, 1950 - December 26, 2013
With great sadness we announce that Jean Murch (nee Clayton) died peacefully and comfortably at home surrounded by her loving family. Jean is survived by her husband, Colin; son Fraser (Karmin); daughter Whitney and her much-beloved grandsons, Eli and Lincoln. She came from a close-knit family of two brothers and two sisters with whom she spent many joyful times. Jean loved her family, books and reading, gardening and social gatherings with friends. Over the years, she enjoyed many hours canoeing, cross country skiing, hiking and biking in the company of friends and family. In her successful career, Jean worked in industry and at Mt. Royal University, as a writer, editor, public relations consultant and teacher. Jean waged a long and valiant struggle with ovarian cancer. In this, she was a role model to her friends and family for her optimism, strength and courage. A Celebration of Jean's life will be held with details to be advised. No flowers are requested.

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January 22, 2014

Linda and Graham McFarlane

Very sorry to hear of Jean's death. She was an amazing role model of strength and courage, patience and kindness.

January 13, 2014

Oleh Wowkodaw

Dear Colin and Family,
Please accept my sincere condolence on your loss.
I met Jean back in Home Oil's days and recall how special your family canoeing trips on the Red Deer River were to you and to Jean. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her, but most of all by you.
My sincere sympathy to you and your family,
Oleh Wowkodaw, Calgary

January 11, 2014

Bill & Janet Stephens

Dear Colin and family, Bill & I were away and are so sorry to hear of Jean's passing. She was a person who just drew you in. She had such a sparkle and was so easy to be with and interested in everything. I had so many wonderful conversations with Jean and will remember her always. I feel comforted in knowing she and Joce are together now. With heartfelt sympathy. Janet & Bill Stephens

January 8, 2014

Sally Haney

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of Jean's family and friends. Jean was a wonderful colleague here at MRU. I will so miss our lunchroom conversations.

January 8, 2014

Barbara Warburton

Dear Colin and family,

I am so sorry to hear of Jane's passing. She was indeed a smart, interesting, caring and brave woman who touched lives of so many of us. We worked together briefly several years ago, and shared many happy hours talking about our shared love of reading and books. My sincere sympathy to all of you.

January 8, 2014

Lloyd Piehl

Jean was an incredible teacher and I thank her for giving her time and expertise. She was a stern taskmaster and for that I will always be endlessly thankful. There are so few teachers out there that care as much as Jean did. My condolences to her family and friends.

January 8, 2014

Colin Murch

The Celebration of Jean's life will be held on Friday, January 24, 2014 at 1:30 pm at the Al Azhar Shrine Centre; 5225 – 101 Street N.W., Calgary.

January 7, 2014

Krista Cunningham

Dearest Colin & Family - I was so sorry to hear of Jean's passing over the holidays. Her strength and positive outlook on life were always an inspiration to me - our very own Wonder Woman! I will have fond memories of 'dancing Jean' always. I'm so very sorry for your loss and my heart and thoughts are with you.

January 6, 2014

To Jean's family,

I am so very sorry for your loss. I am blessed to have known Jean as a friend and business colleague for more than 18 years. Her strength, positive outlook and practical approach to life and work were an inspiration to me, and I'm sure, many others.

Kelly Cole

January 4, 2014

Aaron Clayton

I am really sorry for our loss. Jean was an amazingly wonderful powerful woman. I will miss her dearly with all my heart.

January 3, 2014

Jim Osborne

What a loss, that such a fine person would be taken so soon. As a former fellow Calgarian, it was a privilege to have known her. Jean made this a better place. She will be missed.

January 3, 2014

Sandra Braun

I was saddened to hear of Jean's passing and I extend my sympathies to the family. I experienced Jean as a kind, passionate, and caring colleague here at Mount Royal University where she taught public relations writing class. She enjoyed her work and her students. While she was happy to "talk shop", she always got around to the important matters of inquiring about the other's life, health, friends, family and general state of being. I always loved that about Jean and she will be remembered and spoken of fondly.

January 2, 2014

Dear Colin and family, we were so sorry to hear about the death of Jean. Mike and I have fond memories of having shared Christmas dinners with you and Jean, her lovely smile, her interest in so many things and her ready laughter. We will miss her. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Carol and Mike Stewart

January 2, 2014

Ron and I were very sad to hear of Jean's passing. We have many fun memories of times spent with your family. Our thoughts are with you all at this time. Ron and Liz Knowlton

December 31, 2013

Glenna Cross

Jean was such a positive and graceful woman. I appreciated her talents as a communications professional and liked very much as a person. My deepest sympathies to her family.

December 30, 2013

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December 30, 2013

I am deeply sorry to hear about Jean's struggle with cancer and her passing. I so regret not acting on the desire I have had recently to reconnect with her. It was my loss that I didn't get to know her better. My condolences to you all.
Margaret Miller

December 29, 2013

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December 29, 2013

We were so saddened to hear the news of Jean's passing Colin. She successfully fought the battle for many, many years and it sounds like she lived her life to the fullest! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time of transition. May her loving Spirit continue to be with you all. Don and Debbie Herring

December 29, 2013

Judi Gunter

Jean made a positive difference in so many many lives while she walked this Earth with us. She loved and supported her family and friends and received their support too with such grace and courage. I know that she has been embraced by The Universe.

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December 28, 2013

Gaylene Halter

Condolences. Jean has always been a bright light in my life. Her tenacity and encouragement helped me pull myself up and change my life. Jean will be forever a part of my heart.
Love g

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