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Regina Murray Obituary

Funeral Service will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017 at Collier-Butler Chapel for Regina Gail Murray, age 56, of Southside who went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017. The Rev. L. Dale Butler will officiate. Burial will be at Williams Southside Memorial Park. Collier-Butler Funeral and Cremation Services will direct.
Regina was a pillar of faith for her family, and a source of unending and unwavering love and comfort for those around her. Her most treasured possessions were undoubtedly her grandchildren.
At age 14, Regina met her sole lifelong partner, Charlie. She was a member of the inaugural graduating class of Litchfield High School in 1978.
She had a proud career spanning 25 years with Wells Fargo, beginning as a bank teller and ending as an Assistant Vice President. She cherished her work friends and considered them family. She worked until health issues finally made her unable to continue in 2015.
Regina's most beloved moments were spent with family, traveling to favorite locations from the mountains to the beaches. Her life was spent passing on values of humility, love, and integrity to her children and grandchildren.
Her bond with Donna, Karen, and Tammi was a testament of true friendship.
Regina spent over three decades as a devoted member of Valley Baptist Church, starting as a founding member and continuing as the church pianist up until her passing.
We find comfort in knowing we will see her again.
She is survived by her husband, Charles G. "Charlie" Murray; children, Jennifer (Wesley) Patterson and Charles A. "Andy" (Charla) Murray; mother, Jackie G. Barron; grandchildren, Wesley "Cole" Patterson, Carly Patterson, Cason Patterson and Lily Murray; sister, Jill Barron Cooper; brother, Douglas "Scott" Barron; mother-in-law, Janice Sheffield; uncle, Gary (Tina) Quarles; sisters-in-law, Kathy (Edward) Cohen and Marilynne (Bobby) McMahon; numerous nieces and nephews; special friends, Karen Fortner, Tammi Green and Donna Nail.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Valley Baptist Church.
Pallbearers will be Mark Quarles, Charlie Rains, Bobby McMahon, Mike Patterson, Steven Perry, Daniel Bates, Zac Nail and Alex Whitten.
Honorary Pallbearers are members of Valley Baptist Church.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Jason Ayers, Amy McGlaughn, CRNP, Dr. Sengar's office, the 7th floor staff at Gadsden Regional Medical Center and the loving people of Camelia Hospice.
The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the hour of service at the funeral home Tuesday.
Condolences may be made at www.collier-butler.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gadsden Times on Jan. 16, 2017.

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Joan Spencer

January 31, 2017

Prayers to the Murray Family. I worked with Regina at Southtrust Bank many years ago. She will be greatly missed. So sorry for your loss. May God grant you Peace and love at this difficult time.

Vann & Terri Jones

January 21, 2017

Dear Charlie and Families,
Our heart hurts with you and yet we rejoice for Regina's rewards. Charlie, Jackie, Jill and Scott, I have fond memories of you and our Sunday afternoon football games at the Barron's home. What great memories at Paden and our wonderful youth group. I remember our Bible Studies, youth trips, tennis games, cookouts and some many fun activities. Charlie, you have a beautiful family and and I pray God's continued peace and comfort on you and your families. We honor & celebrate Regina's life; yet, praise God for our future reunion. Blessings!

Bill and Mary Helen Strickland

January 17, 2017

Regina was the beloved niece of our neighbors, Gary and Tina Quarles. Gary loved her as a daughter. He only had sweet, wonderful things to say about her. Our condolences to the entire family. May God hold you up during this time of grief.

Brenda Novakoski

January 17, 2017

I worked with Regina at Wells Fargo and her "family" here will miss her. Her smile, and her positive attitude were contagious to all of us. I too rejoice that she is now with her Lord and Savior, cancer and pain free, in heaven. Thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Vann &Betty Culberson

January 17, 2017

My heart goes out to Charlie and his family. And to Daniel and his family. God bless you all.

Judy & Robert Hamrick

January 16, 2017

Charlie, Jennifer, Andy and family - Our time with Regina and you guys was so much fun when our girls were growing up! We will miss her but rejoice in knowing she is with our Father waiting for us all to come home. She is well and happy! We love you all. Judy & Robert Hamrick - Lauren & Daniel Long

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January 16, 2017

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January 16, 2017

JILL THINKING OF YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES AT THIS SAD TIME.. MAY GOD GRANT YOU PEACE...

January 16, 2017

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LaVon Carr

January 16, 2017

We're praying for you & your family, Charlie, during this difficult difficult time. We rejoice having been influenced by Regina and also in the fact that we will see her again. God will give you the strength & comfort that you need. Cast all your cares upon Him for He cares for you.

January 16, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. I have wonderful memories of our LHS Eagle Band with Regina as well as also being in the first graduating class '78. May God wrap His arms around you all and give you great comfort! What a wonderful feeling for all of us believers to know that one day we will be reunited with our loved ones who have been promoted to Glory!

Terri Bohannon McClure, Pompano Beach, Florida

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January 16, 2017

Praying for God's comfort for Regina's family. I graduated with Regina from LHS.

Paula Smith-Beshears

January 15, 2017

Prayers for the family. I graduated with Regina and have many memories with her in the band and also at the lunch table. God continue to bless each of you and give you a peace that passes all understanding.

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