Paul M. Murray

Paul M. Murray

Paul Murray Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 4, 2010.
ATTLEBORO — Paul M. Murray, 97, of Attleboro, formerly of Milton and Harwich Port, died Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at home after a long period of declining health. He was the loving husband for over 64 years of Agnes (Marsh) Murray. He is lovingly remembered by his children and their families: Patricia and her husband John Kerry Vigorito of North Attleboro; William and his wife Jo of Collegeville, PA; Mary and her husband Robert Arell of Bangor, ME. Mr. Murray had five grandsons: Matthew Murray, Mark and Brian Vigorito, Michael Arell, and Michael McCracken and also, five great-grandchildren: Cora, Erin, Liam, Andrew and Jordan. He was predeceased by his son Paul and by three siblings, John and Leo Murray and Madeline O'Callaghan. Mr. Murray was born and raised in Boston and was proud of his Dorchester roots. He joined the Army in 1942 and served in the European Theater until his discharge in 1945. He received several decorations for his service including the Bronze Star. One month after being discharged from the military, Mr. Murray married Agnes on November 3, 1945. They moved to Milton where they raised their family. Mr. Murray worked for several companies in the early years of their marriage but began working for the federal government in the 1950's. He retired from the IRS in 1978 and they moved permanently to their vacation home in Harwich Port.

Following his retirement, Mr. Murray and his wife became very active in the Cape Cod Chapter of NARFE (National Active and Retired Federal Employees) where he served as president for several years. He was also active in Holy Trinity Parish in West Harwich where he served as a Eucharistic Minister and as a member of the Funeral Ministry. He enjoyed many hobbies, including astronomy, computers and his model trains.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, June 5, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, 14 Park Street, North Attleboro. Visitation will be held prior to the Mass in the Sperry & McHoul Funeral Home, 15 Grove Street, North Attleboro beginning at 9 a.m. Private burial will be at Milton Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Family Pantry, 133 Queen Anne Road, Harwich MA 02645.

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Matthew Murray

May 28, 2025

It has been 15 years since, my Grandpa Paul passed away. The older I get the more like him I have become and we all know that is a good thing.

Kate McNamara-Coyne

June 8, 2010

Dear Murrays,

My deepest sympathies to your family on your loss. It is a unique and profound void that is created when you lose a spouse, parent or grandparent. May you all find solace in your many loving and happy memories.

My mother, Virginia (Mitchell) McNamara, had been trying unsuccessfully to reach Paul and Agnes for quite some time. She passed away suddenly in November. She always talked very fondly of Agnes and Paul.

Rod and Linda Randlett

June 4, 2010

Dear Agnes and Family,
We only knew Paul for a short time but it was clear what a fine, kind, humorous man he was. He lived a very fine life and we are so glad to have known him.

Fr. Gerald Shovelton

June 4, 2010

Dear Agnes and Family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy. You and Paul were very special to me when I was at Holy Trinity. I will celebrate a special Mass for Paul as soon as possible. God bless you!

June 4, 2010

Agnes
So sorry to learn of your loss of Paul. We have missed seeing both of you at Holy Trinity and want you to know you are not forgotten. Love and prayers to you and your family.

Leo and Joan Dunphy

Barbara McCracken Pelletier

June 4, 2010

Grampa, at rest at last. Such an example of patience, dignity, courtesy, charm. Always caring for others and being the rock of dependability...I will alwys hear his voice signing Matthew a lullaby he now sings to Liam "Toora loora loora..." His grace and song live on. He was a cherished gift in my life always.

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