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Dock Murray Obituary

MURRAY, Dock 82, of Tarpon Springs, died May 29, 2009. Born in San Antonio, FL and was a lifelong resident of Tarpon Springs. He owned and ran Dock Murray's Concrete Services for 35 years. Preceded in death by 2 sons, Danny & William Murray. Survived by wife of 61 years, Florene; 2 sons, John, Tarpon Springs & Frederick, Orlando; 8 daughters, Delores Harris, Julia Fryer, Linda McCrary, Benecia Dennard, all of Atlanta, GA, Gwendolyn Cambrick, Joan Harris, both of Clearwater, Cynthia Murray, Tarpon Springs, Loretta Murray, St. Petersburg; 2 brothers, Leroy & Felix, both of Clearwater; 3 sisters, Mary Owens, Clearwater, Pauline Cason, Lula Murray, both of Tarpon Springs; 37 grandchildren; 63 great-grandchildren; and 4 great- great-grandchildren. Visitation from 6-8 on Friday, June 5 at Vinson Funeral Home. Funeral service at 11 am on Saturday, June 6 at Mt. Hermon Missionary Baptist Church. Vinson Funeral Home Tarpon Springs 727-937-6111

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on May 31, 2009.

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Mildred Reid

June 26, 2009

I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. May God bless you and your family. You are in my prayers.

June 24, 2009

I'm so sorry about your father passing. I will definitely be praying for you and your family. I love you, Julia. LaConstance

Leona Frieson

June 20, 2009

Julia and Family
I’m so sorry for your loss. May god’s love and strength help guide you through this difficult time.

Rodney and Deneen Price

June 18, 2009

To Julia and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. As you are a wonderful woman, we know he was a wonderful man as "the fruit doesn't fall far from the tree". May the Lord bless, keep and comfort you during this time. We love you.

Tracie Murray

June 18, 2009

To Julia and Family,

May God bring peace and strength to you as you go through this difficult time. I know that your father will always be close in spirit as you continue to share with us the great stories about a wonderful man. It was a pleasure being his "honorary" daughter.

Lisa Stanley

June 16, 2009

Tia, Gwen, Sophia, and the rest of the faimly: I didn't get the chance to meet the Great man Mr. Doc Murray. Although I do know that he must have been a very kind, loving, and strong man. And those very wonderful values he had he passed to not only his children but also his grandchildren.My prayers are with you all.

Charlie Randall

June 16, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. I know from experience how hard it is to deal with the loss of your Dad. But The memory of your Dad will give you some wonderful moments in the future as you reflect on the kind of person he was, what he meant to you and the good times ya'll had together. The pain you feel now will gradually diminish but the memories will never disappear.

June 12, 2009

NORMAN SIMS AN FAMILY GOD BLESSING OF YOUR LOVE LOST PRESIDENT OF THE CARROLL COUNTY NAACP

Bill Moye

June 11, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a father and daughter. My deepest condolences and prayers are with you and the family.

Christopher Kenny

June 11, 2009

As a business colleague of Loretta's, I did not know Dock personally. However, his love for his family is evident in everything Loretta says and does. He has left a beautiful, lasting legacy. May he rest in the peace of God.

Matthew Fryer & Family

June 9, 2009

Hi Julia & Family,

I hope you can feel our hugs! May faith continue to give you strength, may prayers bring you comfort.

Love,

Natasha Jewell

June 9, 2009

To Julia and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of bereavement. May God continue to bless you and wrap His loving arms around you in your time of need. May God's grace and mercy be with you.

Gail Simpson

June 9, 2009

Loretta and Family, all of us at Progress Energy are sending our thoughts and prayers your way. Your father leaves behind a wonderful family that is a testament to his and your mother's love and devotion to you. For those of us who have the pleasure of knowing you, it is clear that your closeness as a family will guide you through this difficult time. All our best.

June 9, 2009

Julia And Family,
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy during this time. May God comfort you and the family. May the peace of the Lord Remain with you.
Herbert & Flo Harris

Evangelist Eloise Jackson

June 8, 2009

Julia and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Know that my love and prayers are with you.On behalf of my Pastor Gloria Gainor and the Lighthouse Evangelistic Church would like to express their condolences to you and your family. May the Lord continue to bless and keep you. Your sister in christ always.
Eloise

Cathy Hudson

June 8, 2009

To Julia and the family of Mr. Dock Murray, my family and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies. We know that God does not make any mistakes,yet that does not make it less painful when we lose a loved one. May God comfort you as only he can and prayfully you will see your loved one again in heaven. You are in our prayers.

Vernetta Gamble

June 8, 2009

Heaven has added another angel to the entry. Julia and family, I was deeply saddened to learn of your father's passing. I know you all have great memories to share with each other, so never let them go. Always remember the good times you had to spend with him. May God bless and keep you always.

tony doby

June 8, 2009

Loretta,
after hearing you talk about your father for just a short time allowed me to see that he was a great man. It is a joy for me to say to you that "we do not sorrow as those who have no hope" and to encourage you to look to that "glorious day" when the reunion takes place. You and the family are in my prayers.
Tony

Rodney Gaddy

June 8, 2009

Loretta,
At this sad hour I trust you will find comfort in the recollection of the many wonderful times spent with your dad. His legacy and light will continue to shine through you and each and every one of your siblings. For that, we are all much better. I offer my sincere condolences to you and your family.

Michael Lewis

June 8, 2009

Loretta,

On behalf of Progress Energy, I would like to express my condolences on the lost of your dear father. Mr. Murray's life was a testament of a man who lived his life with purpose and dedication and left a legacy that is evident by the smile and intellect of a loving and caring daughter. As you think about the wonderful memories of your father, please know that these priceless memories are a gift from him that will be with you forever.

Amanda Riley

June 8, 2009

I pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief~

Will Lambert

June 8, 2009

Hi Benecia,
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your father, but what a blessing it was to have had him in your life for so many years. I know you all will miss him, but I know you are a praying person and that this sorrow will pass in time. I pray that you and your family will find comfort in God's Word, especially in 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18, where we are told that, "the dead in Christ shall rise first". I pray that we will all be re-united with our love ones who are asleep in Jesus, on that Great Day.

April Harley

June 8, 2009

Loretta and Family, I have enjoyed listened to you talk about your father with so much joy, and see the love and faith he and your mother instilled in you. It is clear that he was a devoted husband and father who will be missed, but he has left a legacy that will last forever. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

June 7, 2009

June 07,2009
Thinking of you with Sympathy
Although no words of Sympathy can take away your sorrow.May memories of love one
give you strength for each tommorrow.
Ronald Ghani. Atlanta.Georgia

Walter & Cathy Hickling

June 6, 2009

Cathy and I have you and your family in our prayers. Yes, words are comforting, know that we are always there for you, as friends and of course as SPIRITUAL PATHWAY SEEKERS

Tawanna Grant

June 6, 2009

Julia and Family,
On behalf of the Grant Family and Greater Faith Family Ministries, we are praying for you and know that God will strengthen you and give you peace.

"The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you, and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace." Numbers 6:24-26

Roger and Tawanna (Trustworthy from Discipleship Class)

Shondra Brock

June 5, 2009

Dear Aunt Dee:

We are sending all of our love and sympathy during this sad time. We pray your strength in the Lord.

Love Fred, Classy and Destiny

James Rowe

June 5, 2009

Dear Dee:

May God comfort you and your family in your time of sorrow. "Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted" Matthew 5:4.

With love and deepest sympathy.

Peter Kaszuba

June 5, 2009

Loretta,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dock is at peace and in a wonderful place. He has left this world with the memories of his life and although he will be missed, he will never be forgotten.

DeMario Graham

June 5, 2009

Mrs. Fryer,

My prayers are with you as you grieve. May your memories bring you comfort. Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning.

Tricia Waldrop

June 5, 2009

As your father is welcomed into Heaven, I pray that God will strengthen your family and give you peace during this time.

Gregory Evans

June 5, 2009

Mrs. Fryer,

Sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers. May you find comfort in your memories.

Tonya Elliott

June 5, 2009

Loretta,

I know how hard what you are going through can be. Know my thoughts and prayers are with you. At this time cherish all the wonderful memories. Remember the "good times" in health and in happiness. They will stay with you forever. Be there for your mum as it will be harder on her than anyone else. Let me know if I can help in any way.

June 5, 2009

Mrs. Fryer:

With heartfelt sympathy, our prayers are with you and your family.

Darrell & Dianne Harris

renitta

June 5, 2009

Loretta:
While I didnot know your father, I know you and because you are such a special person, I know that your father was very special also. May God keep you during this storm. Know that while "weeping may endure for a night, joy surely comes in the morning"! I am praying for you and your family and know that not only am I here for you but "HE" is here also!

Lisa Stright

June 5, 2009

Loretta,

My prayers are with you and your family. Although I didn't know your father, I do know that a Father's love is irreplacable!! My sincerest sympathies for your loss. From your former coworker in PEF's Legal Dept.....

Barbara Glass

June 5, 2009

Julia,

Sorry for your loss. May God continue to bless you and your family. Continue to remember all the good times, laughter, crying, and prayer that everyone shared with your father. He was loved by everyone, but God loves him more. You are in my prayers.

Your sista in Christ,
Barbara

Cassandra Robinson

June 5, 2009

We would like to express our condolences to you and your family.We will continue to keep the faith,give praise,love our God because your father is rejoicing with God.The Robinson Family

Jeffery&Shonta Hobbs

June 4, 2009

Dee,
Warmest Thoughts and Prayers for God to smile on, love to surround you, and joy to fill your heart and the days goes by today and always as you remember the greatness of your father. God will never leave you. We Love You.

Shonta Smith-Hobbs

June 4, 2009

AuntFlorene,God Bless You even more. You two had a long union together and that is just a Blessing for so many wonderful times you've had.I Love You Aunt Flo. All my heart and prayers goes out to you.

Shonta Smith-Hobbs

June 4, 2009

Loretta,Gwen,Benecia,Julia,Cynthia,John,Joan,Freddy my prayers and thoughts are with you all. Please stay close together for eachother and aunt Florene. Uncle Son/Dock would have it no other way. God Bless You All. Know that I Love you All.

Shonta Smith-Hobbs

June 4, 2009

My cousin Dee, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Wish I could be there with you, But know that I am in the Spirit. Thank God for the Legacy that Uncle Son/Dock left to his oldest daughter and the rest of te Family. May the Lord Keep you in perfect peace. I Love you Cuz.

Jerricus Smith

June 4, 2009

Aunt Dee and Family,

There are no words that can express how others feel. But may you find comfort in knowing that we truly care and share inyour sorrow.

Love,
Jerricus

Shonta Hobbs

June 4, 2009

Dee,
To comfort you in the loss of your Father.
May it give you comfort,
to remember all the ways,
your father's special love,
brought so much joy to yesterdays.
And may it give you comfort,
to always remember,too,
that through the years your father,
found such happiness in you.

With Deepest Sympathy,
I love you.
Your cousin Shonta and Jeffery.

Steve Osburn

June 4, 2009

Loretta,
Please find comfort in the fact that your father has entered into the Glory of God. I know your faith leads you to know and believe this. He led a full life and our Lord wanted him to come home. He had done what God wanted him to do here on earth. Rejoice in the life he led.

Keith Bentley

June 4, 2009

Loretta,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May GOD comfort each of you with the acknowledgement of the celebration taking place in Heaven.

Mary Shelton

June 4, 2009

Loretta and Family,

I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.

Mary Shelton
Loretta's co-worker and Friend

Melissa Sokolewicz

June 4, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go to you and your family during this difficult time. Loretta you are an inspiration to me and others around you. I am sure your fathers legacy will love on through you and your family.

Linda Jagnow

June 4, 2009

Loretta, Dee, Mrs. Murray, Sophia and the rest of Mr. Murray's wonderful family: you have always spoken so highly of your dad, husband and grandfather. The first I met him, I found him to be a good and gracious man. I know you will miss him tremendously. I always remember Loretta's stories about watching football with her dad and ribbing him about John Lynch and other football players. Remember all the good times and happy memories your family have shared with each other.

Melissa Pici

June 4, 2009

To the Murray family my deepest sympathy and condolences.

I will never forget the 50th anniversary party for Dock and Florene. A man and family full of spunk, fun and determination. What a legacy he leaves here on Earth.

I pray that his joy and love for the Lord will be comfort to you.

Rochelle Jordan

June 4, 2009

Deloris & family! Just know and always believe that through God healing will come. God had a better plan for Pop Murray. Through it all; God bless this family and strengthen them with your healing hands. I am continuing to pray for all of you and your sincerely in my thoughts. If you need a shoulder or just a ear I am here. Love, Peace & Balance!

Kathy Nielsen

June 4, 2009

Loretta, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hold tight to memories for comfort and friends for strength.

June 4, 2009

Delores Harris is a wonderful woman and now I see she comes from a great family! My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. May God grant you peace.

Sincerely,
Heather Turner
Atlanta, Georgia

June 3, 2009

Julia Fryer has been my best friend for over 24 years and she has always honored her mother and father, prayed for them and her family and always did her very best for her family. She is truly a Proverbs 31 woman and loves the Lord. I have known Dock Murray through her and know that he has left a great legacy through his family. A living miracle that you should cherish. So many of us,friends and family have been touched by his life. Mr. Murray's life has made an indelible impression in our lives that can never be removed and will live on in our memories.

I send my condolence and love to you Mrs. Florene, Julia and Family.

With Much Love,

Gloria and the Strickland Family

Wanda Van Zandt

June 3, 2009

Benecia,
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. No bond is as great as that between a parent and a child. I'm happy for you that you have such a large family to enjoy tales that will live on... Take good care,

Shonda Rowe

June 2, 2009

Dear Family:

On behalf of the Rowe family I would like to extend our deepest sympathy. A life well lived doesn’t need many words and it's obvious that your father, Mr. Dock Murray, lived a good life. His body is absent, but his life continues to speak; I can hear his life saying “live clean, work diligently, and love hard.” His legacy will endure throughout all generations. (Psalm 112:1-2 “Praise the Lord. Blessed is the man who fears the Lord, who finds great delight in His commands. His children will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed.”) So many lives are richer and will be richer because of the heritage he leaves to and through his family.

We love you and pray the comfort of God upon you during this difficult time.

Your cousins, the Rowe Family

Sandra Cope

June 2, 2009

Loretta and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Julius Crawford

June 2, 2009

Julia, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are here for you.
From all your co-workers.

Will Lance

June 1, 2009

I thank God for the wonderful life of Benecia's father and for the wonderful blessings bestowed on us by his children and grandchildren. May God grant your family peace during this difficult time.

June 1, 2009

I once lived in Holiday and after moving to Atlanta I was lucky enought to become friedns with Benecia who is one of Dock's daughters. I feel like I knew Dock through the eyes of Benecia which were filled with nothing but admiration, respect and much love for a devoted Dad. I regret I was never able to shake the hand of this wonderful man. He will be forever missed by many.
With heartful sympathy.
Gail Anderson, Roswell, Georgia

Vicki Dempsey

June 1, 2009

I am so sorry for the loss of your Father. I will keep him and your family in my prayers.

Kitty Farias

June 1, 2009

Benecia: I am sorry to hear of your father's passing. Rest assured that your father is with our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, and one day you will be reunited. I am always at a loss for words at times like this, but wanted to let you know that I care. Kitty

Betty Johnson

June 1, 2009

May the peace of God be wih you all during this most difficult time.

Betty Johnson
Benecia's Co-worker and Friend

Todd Long

June 1, 2009

On behalf of GRTA (Benecia's employer), our heartfelt condolences go out to the Murray family during this loss. Our prayers are with the extended family. The obituary speaks volumes of his long lasting legacy.

Luisa Palomar-Walsh

June 1, 2009

A testament to Dock Murray lives on in the fine qualities of his child, Loretta, who I am honored to know.

Rickey Taylor

June 1, 2009

I live directly across the street from Dock-my name is Rickey Taylor. First, my condolenses to the family, Flo and all the kids. Dock was a pillar of the community. He was always ready to help anyone at any time. He will be missed.

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