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Gainesville - Roberta Ann Murray, age 75 of Gainesville, passed away Monday, July 22, 2013 in E.T. York Care Center after a long illness, surrounded by her family. She was admired by many for her kindness and courage in dealing with a long term disability. She was loved by many and will be missed by all. She was a dedicated employee (bookkeeper) for Furniture Kingdom for over 25 years. She was a wonderful wife for 54 1/2 years, a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
She is survived by her husband, James Edward Murray, Sr., of Gainesville, FL; children, Virginia Grisson, James Murray, Jr., Julia Vanderschoot, all of Gainesville, FL and Dianna Dicus of Winter Haven, FL; brother, Kenneth Ernest Jeffers, Jr., of Chattanooga, TN; grandchildren, James, Jason, Heather, Alexis, Justin, Brandon, Sophia and Jaclyn and great grandchildren, James and Adrianna.
Funeral Services will be held Thursday, July 25, 2013 at 12:00 p.m., in the chapel of WILLIAMS-THOMAS FUNERAL HOME WESTAREA, 823 NW 143rd Street, with Pastor Dan Graham officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, beginning at 11:00 a.m., at the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for ROBERTA MURRAY
July 24, 2013
Dear Ginnie, Julie and your whole family~ So sad to hear of your sweet mothers death. She impressed me as being so loving and capable, no matter what. There will be a sore spot in all of your hearts forever, but remembering her love for you all will help mend it. Our love and prayers are yours for you and your family, especially your dad. God Bless You All, Carolyn & Jim
Stacy Long
July 24, 2013
Death is never the end, but the beginning. Our life on earth is a long, tedious journey with ups, and downs. Many obstacles, woe, and strife make us weary, and we need to rest a little while. Roberta is resting, waiting for Jesus, and that trumpet sound; then she will awaken and be whisked into heaven for a new life; with no more pain, no more suffering, no more sickness, and no more death. An eternal life of joy, happiness, and bliss. Roberta is in a better place. May God bless, comfort and keep the family.
-Mr. Stacy L. Long
July 24, 2013
With my deepest sympathy to the Murray Family. Your Mom was so loved by all of the Horton Family.
I will never forget Bobbi loaning me the family bassinett when my son Terry Jr was born in 1982. That meant so much to me. I will be forever grateful.
Lots of memories together.
Love To All From:
Sheryl "Horton" Watson,
Terry Watson, Sr
Terry Watson, Jr
July 24, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Bobby was an incredible woman, she will be missed. Love, Allen, and Becky Bates, and family.
Frank Harbin
July 24, 2013
Jim
Just heard about Bobbie and wanted to let you know Ann and I have you and all your family in our thoughts and prayers. We realize this will be a void in your life but you can rest assured that you have not only created your immediate family, but have many who love you as family in almost every state.
We love you very much.
Frank and Ann
Greg Warnock
July 24, 2013
Jim,
I just learned of Roberta's passing and wanted you to know I was thinking of you and your family. You have always been a good man, excellent co-worker and valued friend to me and I know you were a loving husband and father. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Feel free to contact me at any time if you need me.
July 24, 2013
So sorry to hear about your Mom Julia. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Alice Lachman
Dennis and Cindy Knoerzer
July 24, 2013
Jim, I received the news of Bobbie's passing last night. Cindy and I send our condolences to you and your family. We will keep you and Bobbie in our prayers.
lc long
July 24, 2013
lc and I were so sorry to hear of miss Bobbie, but always know, she will be in your hearts always. our prayers are with you and the family. god bless. love dawn and lc long.
Barb & Bill Monstvil
July 23, 2013
Jim, Ginny, Julia, Jim, Jr, Diana and family
When Bill called me at work today and gave me the news it took my breath away. There are so many clichés, however, none seem appropriate. Though our friendship with the Murray family spans close to over 28 years, it just seems like yesterday. One of my fondest memories I have of Bobbi is that every Christmas I would look forward to the cards she sent, they were always so beautiful and so very unique, I will truly miss that kindness. I know she had a strong faith and I know that she is in a place where she is no longer in any pain and she is no longer suffering. When my Mom died 51 years ago, my Aunt told me - go ahead and cry, tomorrow the sun will come up. Then you can cry again, just remember that the sun will always come up, how you deal with that day is up to you. Just remember your Mom will always be in your heart, and don't forget to talk to her. To this day I still talk to my Mom. (This was from a woman who lost her husband, all three of her children and all her brothers and sisters then she got to raise me Please be comforted in knowing so many friends and family are thinking of each of you and are in their prayers. God Bless the Murray family!
Patti Burns
July 23, 2013
Dear Ginnie and Family,
My heart aches for you. What a wonderful mother, wife, and grandmother she was. I'm so happy I was blessed to spend time with her. May you find comfort knowing you'll be together again and that she is at peace and with her Savior.
Love, Patti
Joke Vanderschoot
July 23, 2013
Dear Julia, Ginny and Diana,
My heart goes out to you now that you lost your wonderful mother. She is in a better place but you are hurting.
I have always admired her optimism and perseverance in how she dealt with being handicapped. I will keep her and James, Jamie and all of you in my prayers
July 23, 2013
Dear Ginnie and Family--Sorry to hear about Roberta's death. I remember her as a joyful and happy lady who will be missed by so many. Knowing she is with her SAVIOR brings a smile to your face with such great memories. Love & prayers to all. Harriet
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