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Robert Murach Obituary
"He loved to smoke a cigar before the game," said Pallarino, Mr. Murach's friend for more than 30 years. "It was a beautiful day, and I remember he looked at me and said, 'What a great day.' "
Mr. Murach worked hard but played with the same intensity, his friend said.
The 45-year-old senior vice president worked for Cantor Fitzgerald at One World Trade Center. He was in his North Tower office when a hijacked plane hit the building on Sept. 11.
Mr. Murach devoted much of his energy to his daughters, Madison Zoe, 9, and Hayley Noelle, 6.
"He was totally involved," said Laurie Murach, his wife of 11 years. "From the time they were babies. He changed diapers, took them to dance classes, fed them. He'd play his CDs on the weekends and stand in the middle of the room making up dances with them."
Mr. Murach, who grew up in Brooklyn and lived in Montclair, led an active life. He excelled in track in high school and at Columbia University, where he graduated with a degree in economics. He was passionate about golf and scuba diving.
He was close to his tight-knit family and relished his relationship with a group of six high school friends who were on the same track team that won the city championship. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of that victory in 1999, the guys took a rafting trip to the Green River in Utah.
"That win became a focal point for us over the years," said Pallarino. "He was much faster and stronger and agile than the rest of us. He was the star of the team."
Mr. Murach and his family spent time each summer in Sun Valley, Idaho -- where Laurie Murach is originally from -- golfing, mountain biking, hiking and swimming. They were there in late August.
Mr. Murach also is survived by his parents, Edward and Mary Ellen Murach of Bay Ridge, N.Y.; a brother, Richard Murach of Red Bank; a sister, Katharine Tynion of Hazlet, a grandmother, Ruth Servies of Crawfordsville, Ind.
A memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at Immaculate Conception Church, 30 North Fullerton Ave., Montclair.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Madison and Hayley Murach Education Fund, 41 Watchung Plaza No. 109, Montclair, N.J. 07042.
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Ginny La Torre Jeker
October 7, 2019
On Sept 11, I looked for your page on Legacy.com but could not find it. I received notifications though, that others had posted.....So, I am a bit late with this. But Time does not matter -- as we, who miss you & mourn your loss, so well know. Despite Time's passage, you are never forgotten and are loved by so many people - Your childhood friends, teachers, college buddies, and of course, your family. I am in touch with your Mom and it always makes me happy to hear from her. I also follow Hayley and Madison on Instagram and love seeing how much they look like you and how well they are doing. Keep us safe, Robert... till we meet again. Love, Ginny
Patrick PENNELL
September 14, 2019
NOT TO BE FORGOTTEN
Rich Murach
September 12, 2019
Bob,
It is always a tough day without you in this world, especially on 9/11. Yesterday we were at the services and shared the memory of you together as a family. Miss you Bob!! Love Rich, Faith, Caitlin and Colleen
Susan (Peterson) Russo
September 12, 2018
17 years have come and gone, in the blink of an eye. But you are never forgotten, Bob. I recently looked up your daughters on Facebook and, my goodness, they are beautiful. You would be so proud of how they live their lives along with Laurie, your wife and their mom. I pray they continue to live joyous lives and please know you are there with them always. God Bless you Bob. You are sorely missed. Rest peacefully my friend.
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September 11, 2018
Bob, another year without your smile warming our hearts. Just wish you were here. Love you big brother! Rich
Virginia La Torre Jeker
September 11, 2017
Bob, you are always in our hearts, despite the passage of time. Always there. Ginny La Torre Jeker, (Dubai, UAE)
September 11, 2017
SEPTEMBER 11, 2017
YOU ARE STILL MISSED. YOUR TRACK GROUP IS STILL TOGETHER. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS.
BT. PAT
Susan Russo
September 11, 2017
You are never forgotten my friend. You are truly missed. Rest peacefully Bob. God Bless you.
Rich Murach
September 10, 2017
Big brother Bob
Sitting again wishing u were here with me having a cigar, vodka and great conversation. 16 years since that horrible day. Not a cloud in the sky as usual. Boy we all miss you dearly. God bless you. Love you!
Rich
PATRICK PENNELL
September 13, 2016
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.
BR. PAT
George Bloom
September 13, 2016
I can't believe it's been 15 years since that fateful day. Your friends and track colleagues from Columbia will always remember you fondly and miss you.
Your smile and energy are sorely missed. Every time I hear a certain Who or Led Zeppelin song I think of sharing a room with you in Carmen Hall. My mind drifts to "Over the hills and far away" and I can picture you playing your guitar. When I hear "Reign o'er me" I think of our killer frisbie battles in the hall.
You were a good friend and track teammate.
God bless!
George
September 12, 2016
Bob,
Will I see you someday with a baton in hand ? I'm looking to run the anchor leg, however, we really don't know about that yet..
Bob, I sure wish we could banter at each other - as we did through elementary & at Xaverian. I'll never forget how we had to run "sideways", at a 45 degree angle, on that feeble track in back of the school; 3+ times around, on the outside lane, for a quarter mile...Ugh !
Take care, Bob. I will always remember you as a smiling fun person with a great sense of humor.
On behalf of the class of '72, we miss you and are thankful for the time you gave us in life.
Until later,
Artie
Rich
September 10, 2016
At 15 years since that horrible day we all remember the bright eyes and spirit of a wonderful, thoughtful , loving , generous, caring and passionable man. Boy do we miss u! Miss u terribly and thankful I had the time with u as my big brother. You taught me so much about living life to its fullest and I will do my best to keep your memory alive. Love ya brother.
PATRICK PENNELL
September 10, 2016
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN. PTAY FOR US
Susan Russo
September 10, 2016
Has it really been 15 years? It feels, honestly, like yesterday. When this dreadful day comes upon us, year after year, I think of you, Bob. Even though I was just a young girl when i met you at Columbia, you left an amazing impression on me. I've never forgotten that laugh or how fast you were in track. God bless you and your family and all those who love and miss you every single day. You, my friend, are never forgotten.
September 9, 2016
Dear Rich, Faith & family
As 9/11 approaches again please know that I am thinking of all of you. Although we have been out of touch for many years, I think of you and your family often, especially on the anniversary of your loss.
In friendship
Donna (Fraser)
Virginia La Torre Jeker
September 9, 2016
As we come upon yet another 11th of September, our hearts will ache with remembering and loss.
When my Dad was not quite 20 years old, he wrote a poem honoring the Yankee team. The year was 1945, the War had just ended; it was a time of great joy.
After my Dad passed away in 2013, we found this poem amongst his belongings, written in his own hand. In 2014, I re-worked it slightly in honor of my Dad.
I was reading that poem again today. My thoughts turned to the great losses suffered by so many on September 11, 2001 - the day a new War started; the day of infinite sadness.
Bob, was my best friend in our teenage years. I always remember Bob. As we near September 11, my thoughts are strongly with him and his family.
In honor of all those we loved and lost 9/11/2001 my Dad's poem. I can see him smiling as I post this, along with all those fallen heroes, along with Bob smiling that million dollar smile!
We've been to the wars together
We took our foes as they came;
And always you were the leader,
And ever you played the game.
You'll always be our idol, my friend
Records are yours by sheaves;
Iron of fame we hail you,
Deck you with laurel leaves.
But higher than that we hold you,
We who have known you best,
Knowing the way you came through
Every human test.
Let this be a silent token
of our love's enduring gleam
And all that we've left unspoken,
We're missing you on our team.
Richard Murach
July 20, 2016
So u turned 60 on July 10th. We all think of u every moment of every day. Either in a favorite talking heads song on 104.3 or watching a guy in a bar drinking a jack Daniels on the rocks or just a great sunny day in the yard looking at the tree planted in your ever lasting memory please know we love and miss u big brother. Play a round of golf in heaven and try and break 90 on those perfectly manicured courses. Happy birthday. Love ya . Rich
September 12, 2015
I will never forget my trip to the Oracle office in Iselin on this fateful day. I first heard the new on my car radio. When I arrived at the office, we could see the towers smoldering from our office window and then witnessed the final collapse of each of them. A few days later, I learned that my college roommate and fellow co-captain of the Columbia track team, Bob Murach had passed away. You were a friend, a teammate and a very good man. We miss you, Bob!
rich murach
September 11, 2015
Bob, what a beautiful day today. Caitlin read names at the memorial and Mom, Faith, and Colleen watch with pride. We all miss you so much and feel your presence everyday. Love ya big brother. Going to smoke a nice Romeo & Juliet Reserva Real Toro right now and walk the dog to get a Jack Daniels in your honor. Keep us strong and stay by our sides. all our love.
September 11, 2015
Bob,
A picture, I received 14 years ago, of your 2 lovely daughters remains on my home refrigerator. You are their hero - then, now, and always.
Artie Lopez,
St. Pats and Xaverian schoolmate
S J Friscia III
April 28, 2015
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
September 14, 2014
YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY PRAYERS.
BR. PAT
September 13, 2014
Reading all of the heart-warming, and at the same time, heart-breaking thoughts that have been expressed about Bob, I know how blessed I was to have shared a friendship with him during our youth. Thinking back to those times, I know the world has lost one of the very best human beings. God bless Robert M. Murach and all those who miss him each and every day.
Ginny La Torre Jeker
September 12, 2014
I took a picture last year of the 911 memorial and Robert's name appeared in it. I felt compelled to look him up as the name in the granite actually belonged to a person. I an so sorry for the loss of Robert, he seemed to have been a wonderful husband and devoted father. I will forever think of him every year around the anniversary and say a prayer for his soul.
September 11, 2014
Every year, at this time, we think of all those innocents who lost their lives. We especially remember our nephew Robert. Richard & Carol Servies
September 10, 2014
Bob, smoking a nice cigar on the porch in Red Bank. 13 years ago we had one together with corona's you brought to the house when my sewer busted. A lot of laughs those days prior to 9/11. Thinking of you always big brother.
July 21, 2014
Bob,
Thinking of you always.
Rich
Susan Peterson-Russo
September 11, 2013
I heard your name called as I watched the memorial at Ground Zero. The immensity of this tragedy overwhelms me, 12 years on. Rest peacefully Bob. Me and Gina still have that picture of us sitting on the steps of Columbia. Your smile still lights up this earthly world. So blessed to have met you in a short moment in my life.
Patrick Pennell
September 11, 2013
It has been 12 years sinse he disaster. Gone but not forgotten. Did you meet your dad? Say Hi to him for me.
Joseph Gravano
September 11, 2013
It has been 12 years and i can not stop the tears as i watch the names being read on the TV again and wait to hear yours. You were one of those rare people who was even tempered, never a foul word and a great sense of humor. Your advice to me to quit Credit suisse and turn down the job at cantor and go back to school saved my life. I will never forget you. I pray for your family who has lost so much. I wish we could all hear your laugh again.
Susan Peterson-Russo
September 10, 2013
For all of the Murach family, I light this candle in Bob's honor. To know he is glowing in the light of our Lord and Saviour, I hope, will bring comfort to you, until you see each other again. May God continue to Bless you and hold you all in His heart, with all His Glory and love.
Susan Russo-Peterson
September 10, 2013
I once again honor you Bob for all the lives you have touched and continue to touch. I have a tribute to you in my office. You are never forgotten. Thank you for being a best friend to my brother Alan Peterson at Columbia. He gets together every year or so with all your college buddies to honor you. You are loved and missed deeply. Passage of time never takes that away.
Artie Lopez
September 10, 2013
Here's another tribute to the privilege we had with knowing Bob...
John & Cindy Kuntz
September 9, 2013
Remembering Robert and the whole Murach family. So much to say and yet no words seem to work. Rest Well Dear One, Rest Well
February 14, 2013
Because you are gone, many are alone on this Day of Love - Valentine's Day... but if we always think of you... Really, you will have never gone.
February 12, 2013
thinking of you today and every day.
rich
September 13, 2012
Yo Bob,
I think of you often through the 2001 picture of your 2 daughters . The photo is on my refrigerator door with all the other pictures of my family and friends... We all miss you ..On a lighter note, how's the weather up there ? Remember when Coach would make the team run the stairs and hallways at Xaverian on rainy days ? It was brutal. The only fun part was chasing and harassing you and the other sophs at the time. At least we made you run faster....Take care, my friend ! (Diane, my sister, says hello...)
Artie Lopez
Ginny La Torre Jeker
September 12, 2012
Robert Michael Murach and Family - Never forgotten. Remembered always with fondness and a loving heart, as these are the qualities Bob inspired in everyone who got to know him.
Elizabeth Conte
September 11, 2012
Every time 9/11 comes around I cannot even bear watching the replays over and over again! I was only 4 years old when this happened, but now I have a much much greater understanding of it all! Both of my parents knew you, Sarah and Michael and this year is the first time I have heard of you! This summer we went to the memorial and I didn't even get to see you and it just kind of hit me touching your name and realizing that your name is facing New Jersey where you once lived, was just so moving and emotional for me I've never experienced anything like that in my life! In honor of you today, I made a little note tag to clip on to my backpack that said "9/11 in memory of Robert M. Murach." I am sure from the comments, you touched so many peoples lives and I hope you realize you will always be missed by your family and others that once new you! In gods name may you be at peace...
Bob, you are dearly missed.
Robert Murach
September 11, 2012
Susan Peterson-Russo
September 11, 2012
Another year has passed. I visited the memorial this year with my brother, your friend, Alan Peterson. There are no words to describe what we felt, placing our hands on your name inscribed on the tower one memorial wall. Bob you are forever missed. New buildings are going up all around the site, but the trade center is hallowed ground. It is Sacred. Alan and I felt the spirit of all who perished and you my friend are never forgotten.
Pat Pennell
September 12, 2011
I was one of his track coaches when Bob ran track at Xaverian. He worked hard and developed into one of our top runners. It was a pleasure working with him and watching him compete.
George Bloom
September 12, 2011
It is hard to believe that ten years have passed. Yesterday I heard a Led Zeppelin song and it brought me back to our Freshman year room in Carmen, with Bob sitting on the bed playing his guitar. Bob's smile amd his joy for life are still vivid in my memory. And certain songs will always remind me of him. God bless you, Bob.
Susan (Peterson) Russo
September 11, 2011
As I was sitting on my patio, reading Scripture and quietly paying tribute, the clock ticked to 8:46. I immediately saw Bob's face in front of me. The sun suddenly sparkled intensely as a jetliner flew overhead. The birds stopped singing, the dogs quit barking and the morning breeze lulled to complete stillness. Then I heard these words.."it's OK. You can let go. Be still and know that I am God".
Susan Peterson-Russo
September 11, 2011
Godspeed my friend.
Brian Murach
September 10, 2011
It is 10 years now Robert, yet the pain of your loss achingly persists. Although saddened today, we are comforted by the great legacy you have given us and the indelible and loving memories of the many ways in which you have gently touched the lives of your beloved family and close friends. They say that "Out of the darkness, comes light..." Yet, 10 years later, many of us continue to search for just a glimmer of it, hoping to accept and understand.
May God grant you peace.
susan klumpp
September 10, 2011
Faith, we are thinging of you and your family this weekend, love ya
susan,heidi and mary
Susan (Peterson) Russo
September 3, 2011
The 10th anniversary of your passing on that fateful day is fast approaching. Bob, you are not forgotten. You left such an impression on me as a young 18 year old kid back in the days of visiting you and Alan at Columbia. Watching the track meets and you guys run and run and run. Forever free..You are missed my friend..
Art Lopez
May 10, 2011
Hey Bob,
Thinking of you, buddy... St. Pat's & Xavaerian ...Seems like yesterday ...Please give my youngest daughter, Laura, a little push when she's rounding the last turn in her track meets.
Say hi to my Dad, ok ?
Thanks,
Art Lopez
May 3, 2011
Faith they got him. thought of you and your family love ya susan my Joey is still a Marine but stateside
George Bloom
September 16, 2010
Another year has passed but it does not dull the memory of Bob. You are still remembered and missed my dear friend.
Ginny La Torre Jeker
August 12, 2010
I just recently attended our son Marc's graduation from Northwestern - a time of ending, a time for a new beginning. I said a prayer for Robert and his family during the ceremony, thinking how they must miss Bob at all such special events. God bless you.
Kevin Harrison
September 29, 2009
As this 11 Sept came and went, the person I think of most is Bob. We worked together at Lehman for several years together and meetings with Bob were always a highlight!
I miss you my friend.
Hayley Murach
September 7, 2008
Now that the 7th 9\11 is near, I have been missing him more and more. I dont think anyone in this world has ever loved anyone as much as i love my father. i miss him dearly.
Ginny La Torre Jeker
March 20, 2008
Bob touched the heart and soul of many; and I am one of those lucky people. I am happy and proud to have spent carefree teenage years with him and will always cherish those special memories. My family and I often think of Bob and pray for Laurie, Haley and Madison, as well as all the others in the Murach family who feel the loss of his presence daily. March 20, 2008
P Tabbernor
January 11, 2007
In memory....
Kristine
October 30, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Emma Hernandez
September 11, 2006
I was one of Laurie's roommates in College. I loved to visit New York and hang out with the Murach clan. I loved teasing Bob about having all girls. I didn't know any of Bob's extended family because I couldn't make the wedding in Idaho. Laurie, Sassy & Haley, I am thinking about you today and always. And to the rest of Bob's family, I have never met any of you, but you are all always in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
Susan Klumpp
September 9, 2006
Thinking of the Murach Family this week. God Bless you all. (Faith you keep praying for my Joey)
Susan Klumpp Pmm of Sgt Joseph Klumpp USMC
Rich Parisi
March 24, 2006
Bob and I were classmates at Xaverian, but he was a jock and I was one of the browns. But, we and our wives met at out 25th reunion, and he was such a nice guy. I was at 4 WTC on 9/11 but I was lucky -- that luck is a very strange thing. I miss Bob and hope his family is doing well.
Bob McDonald
September 11, 2003
All of Bob's friends, teammates and fraternity brothers are remembering him today.
Yvonne Cellana
February 28, 2003
I had known Bob when we were both working for the Dreyfus Corporation. He was such a wonderful guy -- always a positive outlook and a kind word for everyone. May God Bless his family.
Lori DeLuca
October 8, 2002
I have been friends with Laurie for over 20 years and had the priviledge of meeting Bob and getting to know him when they would visit Laurie's family in Idaho. They had a beautiful wedding and reception that they shared with their many friends and family.
Madison and Hailey, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm certain that although you will always miss your daddy, he will always be with you wherever you go. I know that he would want you to love life and find happiness in each day.
Laurie my friend...I love you and know that this is a difficult time for you and the girls. That's what God brings friends into our lives for...to be there. Please call if you need anything. Love you, Loribear
Ralph Mauriello
September 11, 2002
Bob was my classmate at Xaverian. I graduated in 1975. I was a shotputter (not quite as good as Bob Mcdonald). Bob Murach was a great runner. I don't remember if we graduated the same year, but I do remember Bob. A real nice guy. Very intelligent. And could he ever run. The world is a little worse off for having lost him. On this, the one year anniversary of 9/11/01, the world remembers. We will never forget.
Lizette Roelofs
September 9, 2002
Dear Family,
I never knew Robert and don't know you, but as a former au-pair, who lived in Montclair, I would like you to know that my thoughts are still with all of you, the people who have lost their loved-ones. I wish you all the best and hope you'll get through this, especially in the next few days.
Susan Russo
September 9, 2002
As we draw near to the anniversary of this horrible day in time, know that my prayers are with the Murach family. God Bless and know that we will never forget.
Donna Migliazza
August 29, 2002
I just wanted Rich and Faith to know that I am thinking about them as the anniversary of 9/11 is quickly approaching. Thoughts of you and your family remain with me daily.
In friendship
Donna Migliazza
Stamford, CT
Edward Barry
July 16, 2002
I had the pleasure of working for Bob while at Lehman Brothers. He was a great mentor,challenging me to always give 110%. He rewarded me with promotions and a chance to work in Europe. I am so sorry I will never have the chance to say Thank You for being a great role model. If I acheive half the things he did; my life will be a success.
Denise Mitchell
June 13, 2002
I did not know Bobby but I went to school with his sister, Kathy. She seemed so proud of him always.
I send my love, thoughts and prayers to the whole Murach family.
Kathleen Abell
May 9, 2002
It seems so strange not to see Bobby at family functions, I keep expecting him to walk in the door and give us all a big hello. He was a kind, humble man with a big heart and gentle manner. He leaves behind a broken-hearted family who will never forget him. May God bless you Bobby -
My love and prayers always,
Kathleen
faith ann murach
April 15, 2002
The world is a lesser place,since our beloved Bobby is gone. God be kind to him,and bring peace to his family.I love and miss him.
Susan Russo
April 15, 2002
Bob went to college with my brother Alan Peterson, back in the late 70's. I used to visit Alan on Spring Break and I met many of his friends. Bob stands out clearly in my mind. He was always so full of life and was literally the life of any party. He was one of the most trusting and faithful human beings I had ever met. I pray for his family and for Laurie, Madison and Hayley. Although I had not spoken to Bob in quite awhile, I will always cherish the memories. May angels wings keep his family safe from harm. God Bless.
Brian Murach
April 11, 2002
My cousin Robert was a leader, who by his example, inspired many to achieve great things. He has forever touched the hearts of all those who would call him, friend.
I will always remember and cherish the memories of our childhood years growing up together.
May God protect and watch over you, Robert. May He grant peace and comfort always to his beloved family and friends.
March 13, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL MAN...ROBERT M.MURACH AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS WIFE..DAUGHTERS...FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS...STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY GOD GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Sandy D'Ascoli
March 5, 2002
It is with a heavy heart that I am writing this tribute. I had the pleasure of knowing Bob because he came into the salon where I worked to get his haircuts, along with his wife Laurie and his two daughters. I only hope that time heals his families heavy hearts and it is replaced with all the beautiful memories that they shared with him. May God Bless your family and help you find peace within your hearts..
Love Sandy
he came into the hair salon where I worked to get his haircuts.
Richard Murach
March 4, 2002
My brother Bob was my best friend.I miss him dearly as do all who new him.He brought joy to the world,made it a better place to be and truly loved life for what is was-never asking for more. I'm proud he was my brother and I, like you, will miss him dearly.
Donna
January 31, 2002
I didn't know Robert, but I was very fond of his brother Rich and his sister in law Faith. I think of them all often, and pray for all of them. My heart goes out to his wife and children and his parents.
With each passing day, I pray that they are comforted by all the good memories they have of Robert.
In friendship
Donna M.
Stamford, CT
Kim Martin
January 29, 2002
I will never forget the first time my sister (Laurie) introduced me to Bob. It was my first visit to New York. He was such a host! He had such a warm and wonderful demeanor about him. I will never forget his charming laugh.
My son, Kade(age 16), told me of a recent dream he had wherein he and and Bob were in a band together and what a great dream it was! I had to laugh (they both shared some unique taste in music).
I feel so fortunate to have had him as my brother-in-law.
Jess Armine
January 6, 2002
I was a classmate of Bob's at Xaverian HS. We were on the track team and Russian class together. I remember him fondly and hy heart goes out to hs family and friends.
Bob McDonald
December 31, 2001
As a teammate in high school and college, I had a chance to witness Bob's drive to excel. As a fraternity brother in college, I grew to know a man who loved life and lived it to the fullest. His quick wit, and even quicker smile enriched all of us lucky enough to have had Bob in our lives.
Teresa Jahn
December 19, 2001
We are very sorry for your loss of Robert. May his life continue living on through his loved ones. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Carl Buonafede
December 7, 2001
Like Larry C, I was also in Bobs class. I remember being a great track athlete, eagle scout, just a great guy--way ahead of the rest of us. He will be sorely missed
Bob Murach - An Amazing Quarter Miler - Columbia Track Team
John Schutty
November 30, 2001
Bob will be sorely missed by his friends who competed with him on Columbia College's Track Team (1974-1978). Bob was a gifted athelete, but an even better friend. We will miss him. A copy of a picture of Bob from his "track days" is attached.
Larry Chung
November 24, 2001
I attended high school and college with Bob in the 70's. We were in the same Russian Honors classes in high school and I remember him to be incredibly sharp and disciplined. Unlike other teens at the time, Bob never spoke a mean or derogatory word about anyone. He was a superb athlete but Bob did not flaunt it off the field and conducted himself like a good soldier with his prowess. Those are some of the memories I have of Bob Murach.
Joy Jurnack
October 26, 2001
I had the opportunity to meet Bobby, Laurie and their girls quite a few years ago. I'll always remember his smile - never ending. My heart aches for his family, and especially for his brother, Rich, Faith and their girls for the deep void in their lives. God bless!
Beth Mindlin
October 21, 2001
My heart goes out to the family for losing such a wonderful father and husband. We in Florida share your grief.
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Obituary Examples
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These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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