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John Murrish Obituary

May 12, 1913 ~ Nov. 2, 2009
Jack passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 2, 2009. Survived by devoted wife Elsie of 64 years, daughter Cecelia McCarthy, son Jack (Lori), granddaughters Shannon and Kelley McCarthy, grandsons Lucas and Jimmy Murrish, sister Anna Jean Glaser and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Preceded in death by parents Harry and Lillian and brothers Robert and Clarence.
Jack was born in Butte, MT and joined the Army in 1943 during World War II. At this time he met Elsie who was an Army nurse and they later married in the Philippines. After the war they moved to Daly City, CA. Jack operated several service stations in San Francisco, CA where he was regarded as an honest and trustworthy businessman. In 1983 they retired to Lake County.
Jack had a great sense of humor and always loved a good joke.
As Jack requested, no formal services will be held. If you wish, donations can be made to the Konocti Lioness Club, P.O. Box 395 Kelseyville, CA 95451 or Lake County Hospice, 1717 S. Main St., Lakeport, CA 95453.
Jack will be greatly missed by family and friends. "We Love You Popo".
Please share your memories by signing the guest book.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lake County Record-Bee from Nov. 6 to Nov. 12, 2009.

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Michelle Benjamin

November 19, 2009

Dearest Jack, for over twenty years, we were fortunate to have you and Elsie not only as our neighbors but more like our adopted grandparents. Your ready smile, quick wit, and loving nature certainly made you a favorite of our family. As the boys got older and left the nest, no matter where they were, they would always ask about you and Elsie, making sure that I go by to check on you. I know you are in a special place now and will be sitting in front of the TV watching the big games on Sunday with your eye on those 49'ers. Jack, you are already missed dearly and will forever be in our hearts. We love you!

The Benjamin Clan

Linda & Mei-Lie Burns

November 15, 2009

Dear Aunt Elsie, CeCe and Jackie: I'm so sorry about Uncle Johnny. He was one of my favorite Uncles and though we didn't get to see each other very often all of you are always in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss him so much. I remember telling him about Bob when you were back in Cedar Rapids some 29 or 30 years ago. I came back to C.R. from Chicago to see you and on my flight I met Bob and I told Uncle Johnny all about him. He is with Joe, Bob, Dad and Mom and many others now and are probably telling jokes and all. Aunt Elsie, CeCe and Jackie I love you very much.

Love,

Linda and Mei-Lie

Helen & Bob Stettler

November 8, 2009

Elsie, we are sorry for your loss. We both have pleasant memories of Jack which we will cherish. Be kind to yourself--

November 7, 2009

I share your memories of a fine man, and a fine family. He will be missed by many. My love to Elsie and your entire family.
Kathy Windrem, Kelseyville

bubba krohn

November 6, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as we all celebrate a life well lived by my bud jack. im glad god brought us together to share our evening chats. you will always be missed by my family and many others.

connie krohn

November 6, 2009

Jack will be truley missed! You will forver be in our hearts.Just know I will always be here for you Elsie,CeeC,and lil big Jack. Your dad was a wonderful man.Thanks for the time that i got to spend with all of you! I just wish i would of known you all sooner! Your smile will forever be in my heart! I love and miss you Jack!

Bob Marks

November 6, 2009

What a sad moment it was for me to see that John had passed away. I have such fond memories of this fine gentleman, as I was his barber for many years.
John and I had some wonderful conversations, now and then shared a joke, and I feel truly honored to have been able to call him "friend".
My deepest sympathy to his wife and family.
Sincerely, Bob Marks

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