Paul M. Murray

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.