Willie Robert Murray

Willie Robert Murray obituary, South Boston, VA

Willie Robert Murray

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Willie Murray Obituary

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Mr. Willie Robert Murray of South Boston, VA passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at his home. He was born in Halifax County December 22, 1971 and was 53 years old. He was the son of the late William Elliott Murray and the late Remona Throckmorton Murray. He was of the Baptist Faith and was a former deliveryman for Lowe’s and Talbert’s Lumber in Roxboro. He was an avid fisherman and hunter, but his true passion was softball. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.

Survivors include: His daughter Brittney N. Murray and companion Austin Rice of South Boston. His sister, Melinda M. Long and husband Woody of South Boston. His companion Mary Bowes of South Boston.  A host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends. He was also preceded in death by a special soulmate, Tammy Seamster Bates.

A celebration of life will be held Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM at Cherry Hill United Methodist Church with Mitch Conner leading the service.

For memorials, please consider Cherry Hill United Methodist Church, 2153 Cherry Hill Church Road, South Boston, VA 24592. 

Online condolences may be made at www.powellfunewralinc.com. 

Arrangements have been entrusted to Powell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1603 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston, VA 24592.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Upcoming Events

Sep

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Celebration of Life

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Cherry Hill United Methodist Church

VA

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Powell Funeral Home, Inc.