Murray McRae

Murray McRae obituary

Murray McRae

Murray McRae Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province on Jul. 22, 2017.
Murray McRae October 29, 1929 - July 14, 2017 Born October 29, 1929 and passed away peacefully July 14, 2017. Murray is survived by his loving wife of 70 years Colleen, daughter Linda Cann (Ron), son John (Sean), grandsons Ron Cann (Rani) and Steve Cann (Joanna), and five adored great grandchildren Maxime, Jackson, Luka, Colby and Owen. His passing is an enormous loss for family, friends and neighbours.

Born in Vancouver, Murray lived his entire life in the lower mainland and in Victoria during a stint in the Navy. Always a high achiever he was the star western sales representative for Tuck Tape for many years. After retirement, Murray and Colleen traveled, enjoyed cruises and happy times with the family at Black Mountain Ranch.



Murray was a true gentleman, who treated everyone equally and always made time to help and advise others. Family, friends and neighbours all benefited from his honesty, fairness, kindness and generosity. He was a witty storyteller and the family historian. A wise investor and a cautious gambler, Murray loved numbers and statistics and could tell you to the penny what a winning horse paid 30 years ago.

The family would like to thank the team on Floor 5 at Royal Columbia Hospital for their care and attention. A Celebration of Life will be held on July 30th at 2pm at the Inn at the Quay, 900 Quayside Drive, New Westminster, BC.

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December 28, 2017

Sandy MacKay posted to the memorial.

July 23, 2017

Cathy Patrick posted to the memorial.

July 23, 2017

John McRae posted to the memorial.

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Sandy MacKay

December 28, 2017

I am sorry to read of Murray's passing. My parents Doug and Marion MacKay enjoyed a friendship with your parents for many years including trips to Black Mountain. Please pass along condolences to your mother and family.

Cathy Patrick

July 23, 2017

Dear Linda,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Cathy and Tony Patrick

John McRae

July 23, 2017

Correction. Murray was born on October 25, 1929.

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December 28, 2017

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