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Chet Murray Obituary
Chet's life would seem too short to many. However, those who were touched by him understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. His big gentle smile, his anxiousness, his knowledge, so much joy to those who surround him whether it was family, friends, or just some random person walking.
Chet gave us all such courage and hope and reminded us of the preciousness of life. He loved to fish, sit outside, and to spend time with his family and close friends. He could spend hours with his loving wife and supportive friends just sitting outside listening to his country or classic music, grilling and watching his grandkids feed squirrels.
Chet is survived by his loving wife, Bette-Jo Murray; children, Chelsea Revuelta, and Chet Murray; son-in-law Raul Revuelta; mother Jackolene Murray; mother-in-law Shirley Harrington; sisters, Kathy Overton, Pam Tate, and Julie Murray; brothers, George Overton, David Murray and Philip Murray; grandkids, Gabriel Ramos and Brayden Revuelta. Chet was predeceased by his father David Andrew Murray.
Burial Service will be held at 9 a.m. Friday, Aug. 28, 2020, at Smith Lake Cemetery in Groton, immediately followed by a celebration of Chet's life at Bluff Point State Park in Groton.
Byles-Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames St., Groton is assisting with the arrangements. Please visit www.Byles.com to sign the guestbook or to share a memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Chet Murray
Sponsored by Byles-Groton Memorial Home - Groton.
Cheryl Tefft
August 30, 2020
Bette- jo my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. You and Chet were the perfect couple. I will never understand why god puts good people thru so much grief. Chet had so much to live for. I'm so very sorry this happened to you. ♥♥
Debbie Craft
August 30, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers to the Murray family. We were sorry to hear of your loss.
Mark & Debbie Craft
Friends of Shirley
Michelle Eleazer
August 29, 2020
My condolences to the Murray family Betty Jo I am so sorry for the loss of Chet God Bless
David de la Cruz
August 28, 2020
Although I've known you since little league baseball and haven't seen you since high school, I have always held you as a friend who was a fierce competitor on the field and a kind hearted person to all, but most of all you gave meaning to the word "GENTLE-man". Rest in peace my friend.
Phil Mannetti
August 28, 2020
So sorry to hear of Chet's passing...way too young.
My condolences to the family and God bless.
Johnna Beth Tanner
August 28, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Chets passing. My heartfelt condolences go out to the Murray family. God bless you all.
Michele (Conley) Swanson
August 28, 2020
I was so lucky to have you, Bette Jo, Chelsea & 'Little' Chet as neighbors many years ago. What fun times we had! You always tended to your gardens every year and enjoyed weekend grilling with anyone who would stop by. You treated everyone like family. I just know that you are up there tending to the 'Murray Farm' watching over your family. You will be missed. Love- your neighbors, Michele, John, Jeff, Nick & Zane.
Ben Thomas
August 27, 2020
Big Chet gone to soon. God’s speed to your family. You will be missed here in this life, but I know your looking down on us. Be at peace my friend.
Rich Sanford
August 27, 2020
Chet..... Great guy..... Great teammate (Fitch Falcons). Too soon bro. Had some good laughs. My prayers go out to your family. Rest in Peace my friend.
Bernie Nasser
August 27, 2020
To the Murray Family:
I have known Chet since his days at Fitch and my English class. He always had that big smile and friendly disposition. I, also, remember his athletic talents both on the football and baseball field. He had a good career as a Fitch athlete, remaining true to his Falcon family. I will miss the conversations that we had whenever we ran into each other. His memory will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
May his soul rest in peace!! Godspeed, my friend...
Jerry Ford
August 27, 2020
I was deeply saddened to hear of Chet’s passing. He was a great guy to work with. My prayers are with his family
RICHARD W. BROWN
August 27, 2020
What a huge loss to all that had the pleasure to work, play or just talk with him on any level, as a coworker a friend or a family member. I'm a friend and coworker of his that would always holler/shout good morning and or whatever, he would reply back with a shout (no matter what our distant was).
He will be remembered, he will be missed, and for those that never had an encounter with him missed the chance to know a real good guy.
Kathy pajak
August 27, 2020
Chet, you always greeted me with a smile and a hug,( hi aunt Kathy. ) we will all miss you. Bet, Chelse and Chet I am so sorry for you he was special. You have so many nice memories you can cherish.
Pam Smith
August 27, 2020
What can you say that has not already been said about Chet? He was such a sweet, loving, bear of a guy. Always greeted you with that great smile and made you feel special, no matter your mood. His love for fishing made me want to buy him the best boat, if and when I won the lotto. He will be greatly missed but not forgotten. Love and condolences to Bette and family ❤
Denyce Thomson
August 27, 2020
Will never forget when we coached our kids in T-ball and found out your Dad and my Dad were friends, and bowled together. Immediately fell In Love you, Bette and your kids. You will be missed by so many. We will take care of your family while you watch over them in heaven.
Alan Blaisdell
August 26, 2020
Gond too soon Chet! RIP
Sue Mattison
August 26, 2020
Bette-Jo your and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.Chet was a great guy.
Bill Martin
August 26, 2020
You will be missed Chet. Condolences to your family.
Pam & Eddie
August 26, 2020
Chet..always welcoming everyone, no matter what. Rest in peace.
Mike Staehle
August 26, 2020
I have been a coworker and his Manager for many years. He has been one of our best, and nicest employees we've had. Through many of our conversations over the years he talked about his family a lot, wife , kids and grandkids. I finally broke down and got my fishing license to go out and fish with him this year but never made it. My loss. To the family my heart goes out to you all, and Chet some day I will fish with you up in heaven. Thanks for the time working with you and will miss you.
peter deveau
August 26, 2020
i met chet when we worked @ wyman-gordon.along with butch bingham and myself we would go up to the high school to watch fitch football.he was a good man,father,husband and worker.
Ellen L Lee
August 26, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Bettejo Murray
August 26, 2020
Chet...I will love you forever...you gave me 2 beautiful children and an amazing 24 years of marriage... my entire world feels so empty right now..I will honor your memory the very best way I know how...rest in peace knowing you are my soul mate and my best friend and we literally did everything together..so many beautiful memories my love..thank you for being the big teddy bear you were❤
Dan Russell
August 25, 2020
I knew Chet from high school. We were teammates on the freshman football and baseball teams. He was a humorous guy and loved life.
Chelsea Revuelta
August 25, 2020
Oh dad . There’s so much I could say about you . Here all I’m going to say is “ I will forever be your pumpkin” ❤
Shelley Richardson
August 25, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with the Murray family. It was clear how much he loved y’all. I’m so sorry for your loss.
I will always remember you Chet. The boy with the contagious smile. Rest In Peace and I’ll see you again.
Arif Mahmood
August 25, 2020
we used to see each other every day and greet and say bye never thought of saying bye for the last time I will miss you Chet R.I.P
Bette-Jo Murray
August 25, 2020
Chet...I will love you forever...you gave me 2 beautiful children and an amazing 24 years of marriage... my entire world feels so empty right now..I will honor your memory the very best way I know how...rest in peace knowing you are my soul mate and my best friend and we literally did everything together..so many beautiful memories my love..thank you for being the big teddy bear you were❤
Nancy Garland
August 25, 2020
Very nice did a good job take care you and your family ly you all
David Orce
August 25, 2020
Remembering a simpler more innocent time in our lives from farm league to little league to Jr. High. What close friends we all were. Rest easy my friend, may God give you the wings of an angel.
Melody Pitman
August 25, 2020
Love, thoughts & prayers to all. Chet you will be missed.
Julie Murray
August 25, 2020
Love and miss you
Aaron Hulbert
August 25, 2020
Chet was one person I will never forget know him only 6 years but he was great man and great friend . Truly one of a kind .my heart goes out to his family .
Matthew Maginniss
August 25, 2020
Chet was a great teammate from Little League baseball up through high school football. We had a lot of fun. My condolences to his family for your loss.
Debi Mayberry
August 25, 2020
Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.
M0M Murray
August 25, 2020
Love you Chet you will be missed ......love mom
David Murray
August 25, 2020
We love you and will miss you your brother
Julie Murray
August 25, 2020
We love you and we miss you bro
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