John D. MURRAY

Mary, I was thinking about you today as I drove down Camp Road and passed what was the Red Cross. I thought of you and wondered how you were doing. Then came home and opened my email to a Legacy notice about John. I only knew you for a short time and haven't seen you in years but want you to know my heart went out to you when John passed. Hope you are doing well.

I miss you John...

Dear Mary,

Many years ago you were that smiling face that welcomed me to the Southtowns.I have never fogotten your
warmth and friendship. So after all these years I wanted to reach out to you and express my most sincere sympathy on John's passing. It was with much enthusiasm that I followed the progress of the new YMCA located in my "backyard" and believe I saw John a few times - beaming with pride when it opened. Three genations of my family now are reaping the benefits from his...

Dear Mary,and family,
I am so very sorry for the loss your family is feeling right now. I feel your pain. The world has lost a wonderful and generous and caring man.
We all hope we can make a difference in peoples lives. Make the world a better and safer place to live. Your husband and Dad did all this every day of his life. He loved his family and
his Molly. He loved people and life. The world is a not as bright, but heaven is brighter. I hope John has met my husband Jim...

Dear Mary, Caitlin and Sean,

I was so sad when I heard that John passed away.

It was a privilege and an honour to have known and worked with John, an inspiring mentor, an impeccable leader, a reliable friend.

I will always cherish the memories from summer of '98 and your warm, welcoming home while visiting Buffalo as a trainee from Thessaloniki YMCA.

John's advices and guidelines follow me ever since both in my professional and personal life.

My thoughts and...

I first met John when he was being considered for the Buffalo Y position. I knew there was something special about the man. As a Director and Trustee, I have seen first hand John's many accomplishments. He didn't disappoint!! His legacy will live on. My deepest sympathy to the Murray . family

Dear Family,
John had a kind and giving spirit he was a great mentor and a unwavering philanthropist who I tried to model after as a volunteer for the Y. His kindness was so warm and real,that his legacy will shine bright for ever in our hearts. Thank you for sharing his special gifts with us. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Caitlin and family...I am so sorry for your loss. Apples don't fall far from trees so John must have been a great man to have you. You will be in our prayers.

I am so sorry for your loss. May you wonderful memories of years together keep you strong on those difficult days.