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IAN ALEXANDER MURRAY

IAN ALEXANDER MURRAY obituary

IAN MURRAY Obituary

Ian Alexander Murray, CA (Scot), FCA, FCPA (November 16, 1952 – January 14, 2026) Ian Alexander Murray of Aberdeen, Scotland, passed away peacefully, on January 14, 2026, at the age of 73, after a brief battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Joan; sons, Doug (Katerina) and Neil (Janice); brother, Phil (Ika); and grandchildren, Alex, Victoria, Parker, and Campbell. Ian cherished time with his family, enjoying the cottage, riding bikes, playing ping pong, and sharing his wisdom. Ian was the epitome of a gentleman. He spent over 35 years with KPMG, retiring as an Audit Partner, and served on numerous boards including the Trillium Hospital Foundation, United Way Peel, Start2Finish, and Golf Ontario (GAO), where he was named an Honorary Life Director. A lifelong golfer, Ian began playing at age four and was part of the winning team of the Scottish Universities Golf Championship. He played to a four handicap and continued golf throughout his life at Trafalgar and Rattlesnake Golf Clubs. In retirement, he also became an avid tennis player. Ian will be remembered for his quiet strength, dry humour, and devotion to family. A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring; details to be announced. Donations in his memory may be made to the Oakville Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Published by The Globe and Mail from Jan. 21 to Jan. 25, 2026.

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Jim Sylph

February 6, 2026

Joan, I am so sad to learn of Ian's passing. I well remember the many meetings we shared as he served as the Chairman of the Canadian Auditng Standards Board and later as Canada's member on the International Audit Standards Board. He was a consummate professional and an absolute gentleman. Esther joins me in extending our heartfelt condolences and sympathies.

Tosh

January 28, 2026

I worked with Ian when I first joined KPMG. I still remember the day he walked in towards me and smiled at me and said "you will be working on this engagement with me". That was around 18 years ago. We will miss him and his contributions to the firm, to society. And most importantly we can only now empathize and sympathize with the family. He was such a great person! MHSRIP

Janet

January 26, 2026

Joan, I am so hearing of Ian's passing our thoughts are with you.

Brad Owen

January 23, 2026

Joan and Family,

My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I had the pleasure to know Ian during his working years at KPMG and as a member at Trafalgar Golf and Country Club. He was a true gentlemen and one heck of a golfer. May God bless his soul.

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Nitty Nirthanarajah

January 23, 2026

My sincere heartfelt condolences on the passing of Ian Murray! May his soul rest in peace!

I have known Ian for over 25 years at work. He was a true gentleman! Thanks, Nitty

Bill Gray

January 23, 2026

Joan and Family, Jacqui and I are so very sad for your loss, we know our words will not ease your pain but we hope you know we have been thinking of you. Please accept our most heartfelt and deepest condolences.

David Prowse

January 22, 2026

I worked with Ian back at KPMG. He was known for a having a dry wit but he was a fair boss and was always professional. I know he loved his golfing, too. May God bless his soul.

Spencer Gray

January 22, 2026

I was absolutely gutted to hear of Ian's passing. It goes without saying thay he was a gentleman in the truest sense of the word. My mother, father and I will always remember him for his strength of character, and the love he shared with all. My heart goes out to Joan, and their children and grandchildren. We will look back on our time knowing him fondly, and never forget the friend that Mr. Murray had become to us.

Gerry Beasley

January 22, 2026

My deepest sympathies to Joan and family. I always enjoyed playing golf with Ian particularly on road trips to PEI and his beloved Scotland.
It was Ian who recruited me to the Board of the Trillium Health Center in the mid nineties. Over the years it has become my "go to" charity
Rest in peace my friend. Gerry Beasley

Dave and Joyce Thomson

January 21, 2026

Ian and Joan were the first couple we met when we came to Kitchener from Scotland 45 years ago. They became very special friends to us and we spent many happy Christmas times together with our children.
We will always remember his great sense of humour around the table together.
A wonderful guy and a blessing to have known him.

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Bob Waterworth

January 21, 2026

My deepest sympathies. I loved working with Ian, he brought wisdom and laughter to the audit team.

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Lynne Bond

January 21, 2026

Joan and Family

My deepest sympathies. I had the pleasure of working with Ian at Thorne Ernst & Whinney in the Mississauga office for a number of years. What a great man he was and we had a lot of laughs during that time. I found a picture with Ian, Bruce Rutherford, Doug King, Peter Martens and Don Bruce at a golf day event back in the day. We had so much fun together it was a pleasure to go to work each day. I was deeply saddened with the news of his passing. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Jim Newton

January 21, 2026

So sad. A terrific man and partner at the firm.

Lisa and Chris ONeil

January 21, 2026

Joan-My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you. Ian was such a gentleman and lived a remarkable life. Congrats on your 50th! Hope to see you in FL soon!

Darlene Bond-KPMG Alumni

January 21, 2026

Joan and Family,

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. My deepest sympathies.

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