Michael Alan Murray

Michael Alan Murray obituary, Gardner, MA

Michael Alan Murray

Michael Murray Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 17, 2025.
Michael Alan Murray, 68, of Gardner, MA died unexpectedly at Heywood Hospital on September 11, 2025. Born in Fitchburg, MA on April 10, 1957, he was the son of the late William Murray and the late Dorothy Henson. He worked at the former Fall Mountain Furniture Company in Templeton, MA and was employed at Kirk Eastern, Inc. in Gardner, MA for many years as a foreman in the welding department. He also served in the National Guard.

Mike liked driving his truck, enjoyed stockcar racing and motorcycles. He had a talent for making repairs and could fix just about anything. He was a kind and generous person who enjoyed spending time with his family.

Mike is survived by his wife, Susan Yankauer Murray of Gardner, MA and her daughter Amy and her children. He is also survived by his daughter Meagan Murray and former wife Janice Walinen Murray both of Templeton, MA. He also leaves behind his sisters Sharon Hunter and Pamela Barden and their families.

A private gathering will be held at a later date.

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