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John Murray Obituary

Murray, John L. "Jack" Of Mequon, WI. Born to Eternal Life on Monday April 18, 2011, at the age of 84 years. Beloved husband of Audrey (nee Holzmann). Loving father of Dr. Kevin (Dr. Jan Merfeld) Murray, Mary (Gary) Refinski, David (Viki) Murray and Susan ( George) Vuckovich. Proud grandfather of Meghan, the late Ryan and Christopher Refinski, Gavin, Grant and Grace Murray, Mia and Eli Vuckovich. Dear brother of Rosemary Schuchardt. Preceded in death by his siblings Eugene, Katherine Konen and twin Jim. Also survived by other relatives and many friends. Visitation Thursday, April 21, at St. Eugene Congregation, 7600 N. Port Washington Rd., in Fox Point, WI, from 9AM until Liturgy of the Word Service at 11AM. Private entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to St. Eugene Congregation or Children's Hospital Ryan Refinski Immunology Fund appreciated. John was the former Chairman and CEO of Universal Foods, now Sensient Technologies Corporation and very active in the Milwaukee business and non-profit community.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Apr. 20, 2011.

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Peggy Glander

April 30, 2011

Kevin, sorry to read about your fathers death. I know how important your family is to you. You and Jan are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. Mark and Peggy Glander

Bob Ferriday

April 29, 2011

As CFO at United Way of Greater Milwaukee, I worked with many fine volunteers and supporters. I can honestly say that Jack was the consumate volunteer and donor. I had the utmost respect for him personally and professionally and greatly valued his mentoring. He was just unflappable and very wise in so many different circumstances. He treated everyone as a peer and became a friend of many at United Way. His generosity was without match. I will miss his warm and caring personality. He was truly one in ten million...

Jack Goetsch

April 27, 2011

As a long-time Corporate Secretary of Wisconsin Energy Corporation, I had many opportunities to work with Jack, and to observe his many contributions to our company's Board of Directors. He was always well-prepared to discuss the current issues and problems, and offer well-thought out suggestions. I admired his sincere desire for excellence in everything he did and said--and always with a twinkle in his eye. As we go through life, we observe many people, and admire just a few. Jack Murray was one of those few whom I truly admired.

Bob Bolda

April 25, 2011

What a guy... Very memorable... Very down to earth. I remember fondly his support of those with Crohns and Colitis, and lots of others medical issues.

April 25, 2011

Dear Audrey and Family,
It is with much sadness that Dorothy and I learned of Jack's death. Jack was a golf buddy and friend of ours at Paradise Valley Country Club. Needless to say I came to regard Jack with the utmost esteem. I admired his intellect, his sense of humor, love of family, and his service to others. When Jack spoke, I listened because you were bound to learn something. At last he is at peace after enduring so many physical problems without complaint. You have our sincere and hearfelt condolences. Finally, our prayers are with you, Audrey, at this time.
~Allen Greene and Dorothy Rightnowar
Scottsdale, AZ

April 24, 2011

Audrey, Joyce Borndahl called and said Jeanne had called her and told her about Jack. I have tried to call you numerous times but no answer. I will call again soon. Charlie and I wish to extend our sympathy to you and your family and our prayers are with you. We both know how it is to lose a spouse. Much love Carol in FdL

April 23, 2011

As a retired employee of Universal Foods Corporation, I'm sorry to hear of his passing.UF was a great corporation to work for and it was Mr. Murray's attitude to the employees that made it that way.
Lucretia E. Kiely
Graniteville, S.C.

April 23, 2011

Dear Aunt Audrey, Mary, Susan, David, Kevin and families...my heartfelt sympathies in the loss of your Dad, ( Uncle Jack). I am so sorry I was unable to attend the funeral but am currently in AZ. I have wonderful memories of Uncle Jack and all of you...he was a great man...he always patted me on the head and made me laugh when I was little, and as I grew into my teens teased me (as did Uncle Jim as well!) about the boyfriends, etc. Loved him. Thoughts and prayers are with you. May your happy memories sustain you. Love, Pat & Rick Miller, Julie Dobyns, John & RaeAnn Dobyns

April 22, 2011

Audrey & Family,
We extend our condolences to you and your family at this painful time. At this time, we are in Florida with family, including David and his family. David and Susan are friends, since high school. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will certainly miss Jack. Eric had a wonderful working relationship and great respect for Jack's insight on management issues.

Eric & Virginia Schenker

Rob Foote

April 22, 2011

Great pal and protogee of Bob Foote also with Universal Foods. A wonderful man.

Angie Cherubini

April 21, 2011

Kevin,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Peace.

Les Weil

April 21, 2011

Jack was an astute businessman,a caring community leader and a real gentleman. It was my pleasure to have worked for him and with him. Please accept my sincere sympathy for your personal loss.

Bob Handley

April 21, 2011

I am deeply sorry to read of Mr. Murray's passing. I lived across the street from the Murrays and remember him as always kind and respectful. Truely a loss. My sincere condolences to the entire Murray family.

April 21, 2011

Peace and warm greetings to all the Murrays. You have all given so much to our community and may all your memories with your father bring you comfort at this time Anne Butscher Rice

Tom & Mary Anne Butscher

April 20, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

We have many nice memories from St. Eugene Days.... God Bless All

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