Photo courtesy of Peppler Funeral Home - Allentown
Allentown, New Jersey
Dec 15, 1932 – May 21, 2024
John Murr, 91, of Allentown, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at Serenity Hospice, surrounded by his family. Born in Englewood, NJ to the late John and May Murr, he resided in Allentown for many years. A US Air Force veteran, John worked for RCA Laboratories for 40 years, retiring in 1998. He was an active member and volunteer of the Hope Fire Company in Allentown where held many positions and served on several committees over the years. John loved the outdoors. He was a member of the Jersey Hobos Camping Club and enjoyed fishing, boating, and camping.
Predeceased by his loving wife, Joyce Murr, and his granddaughter, Amy, John is survived by his children and their spouses, Kenneth M. and Brenda Murr of Lewes, DE, William C. and Virginia Murr of Myrtle Beach, and Kathy Murr with whom he resided; his grandchildren, Alison (Dave), Morgan, Zack (Marissa), Kelsey, Joe (Amanda), Dan (Patti), and Katie (Mary); his great grandchildren, Hunter, Haley, Peyton, AJ, Emma, Jack, Wyatt, and Colton.
A viewing will be held Thursday, May 23rd from 6-9pm at the Hope Fire Company, 82 Route 526, Allentown. Funeral Service will be 10am on Friday, May 24th at the firehouse. Interment will follow in North Crosswicks Cemetery, Hamilton.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in John’s name to the Hope Fire Company No., 82 Rt. 526, Allentown, NJ 08501.
Arrangements are under the direction of Peppler Funeral Home, Allentown.
Read MoreKen, Bill and Kathy,. Sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Him and my dad were great friends. Have memories visiting you. Brian Tams
BRIAN TAMS
May 28, 2024 | Friend
John murr was a sweet guy who my dad admired when they were together at hope fire. John was a big help at dads funeral and I will always remember him driving the tanker or old fire truck in memorial day parades. May his friends and family that have gone before be there to greet him.
So sorry to the murr entire family.
Jennifer Floyd
May 23, 2024 | Allentown, NJ | Friend
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The Stewart Family
May 23, 2024 | Woodhaven, NY
I worked with John at the labs. A nice friend to have had for sure. Rest in peace my friend. Jack Higham
Jack Higham
May 23, 2024 | Work
John was a kind man. A dedicated member of the fire department and a great neighbor. I will miss him
Kyle Seip
May 22, 2024 | Friend
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families. We love you all.
Sorry for your loss.
Love, Bob and Diane
Bob and Diane Sall
May 22, 2024 | Stuart, VA | Friend
