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Henry Murray Boothroyd passed away on Friday, November 13, 2015, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born on March 7,1986, in Fish Hoek, Cape Town, South Africa. Known to friends and family as Murray, he lived every day of his life passionately and without apology.
The youngest of seven, Murray was fiercely independent and strong willed. Growing up in Cape Town, he loved the ocean and fresh seafood. As a child in South Africa, Murray was devoted to his family and known for his entrepreneurial spirit. He was also known as a prankster, who wanted to make people laugh.
At the age of 20, he immigrated to America and settled in San Antonio. Murray and Monica Mery married on March 9, 2007. His proudest moments were the births of his two sons, James and Henry. His love for his wife and two sons was palpable and evident in everything he did. He excelled at problem solving and designing and executing home projects, such as repairing boats, building his own fire pit, furniture, and many other items. He also loved to play host to his friends and family with South African braai and other food from his grill. His kindness and generosity live on in the memories of those he knew and loved. He touched many lives in ways that only he could and has made a profound impact in his short time.
Murray is survived by his beloved wife, Monica Mery Boothroyd; their sons: James William and Henry Murray; his parents, James and Magdalena Boothroyd; brother, James Albert John Boothroyd; half-brothers: Paul Viviers, Stephan Wicks, and Leon Viviers; half-sisters: Marianca Boothroyd and Adri Stemmet; grandmother, Agnes Boothroyd; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Michael and Laura Mery; his brother-in-law and sisters-in-law: Christopher Mery, Victoria Mery, and Marina Mery; Monica's grandmother, Myrtle Bashara, of Austin; along with numerous other friends and family members.
Murray will lie in state on Friday, November 20th from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Porter Loring on McCullough.
On Saturday, November 21st, visitation will begin at 9:00 AM at St. George Maronite Catholic Church, 6070 Babcock, with recitation of the Rosary at 9:30 AM and the funeral Mass at 10:00 AM.
Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.
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Darlene Massad
November 12, 2024
still remembering our time at the tulsa truck stop where i bought bacon for your puppy. praying for you often, murray.
Eduardo Garza Fourquet
November 12, 2024
Not a day goes by that you cross my mind. You are missed.
aunt darlene
November 12, 2020
still thinking of you, murray! rest in peace!
Samantha Vogel
November 19, 2015
Monica, my heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your boys, and your family.
Samantha Vogel
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maria zeitz
November 20, 2015
" My deepest sympathy to you Monica, your children, your family and Murray's family. You are in my heartfelt prayers."
Maria Zeitz, San Antonio, Texas
Vogel Family
November 19, 2015
Monica,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your beautiful boys. We are praying for each of you that God will comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Karen Sacre Al-Bahloly
November 19, 2015
Our hearts ache for you, Monica. May your faith and beautiful memories sustain you now and in the future.
Deborah J Tinney
November 19, 2015
My sincerest condolences to family and friends. This is indeed a sad event.
Deborah Tinney
Rosemary Karam
November 20, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Murray at this most difficult. I pray that God will give you comfort and strength.
Rosemary Karam
Debbie Leffler
December 7, 2015
Murray, I just found out today that you're gone. I'm saddened that we will no longer see your smiling face. You were truly one of the nicest people I've ever met. God bless you Murray.
Laureen Smith
November 29, 2015
Gone but not forgotten. R.I.P
Hope P
November 21, 2015
May our Loving Heavenly Father provide the needed comfort at this time of your loss. May he give strength to all those who are mourning. 1Chronicles 29:12
Mary Cruz
November 19, 2015
Murray, we will miss you in the neighborhood and especially at our home. Thank you for always being a great friend and neighbor and always helping everyone in need. Rest in Peace always. Prayers to your boys, Monica and your family.
November 19, 2015
sweet murray, who will be calling me out of the blue and asking to meet at a truck stop in tulsa because you happen to be driving through on one of your routes? and then who will be picking up the tab for your double order of bacon that ends up being the snack for your dog? no one else, nephew, no one else. may you be laughing at this for a long time, in the midst of God and his angels.
until we meet again!
aunt darlene
John Aaron Estrada
November 19, 2015
Murray, you will not be forgotten; your generous hospitality and amiability will be greatly missed by all. My heartfelt condolences to Monica, the children and all your family.
November 19, 2015
Rest in peace murry.we will miss your phone calls.love ian, cheryl, matthew and taryn van as
Amanda Hunt,Truter
November 19, 2015
Rus in vrede Murray,jy is nou in die beste plek waar n mense kan wees,sterkte aan die hele familie,
Aunty Doris and Van As Family
November 19, 2015
Murray , you will be remembered and missed by us all. Our prayers and thoughts are with all your family
Rafael E. Fourquet
November 19, 2015
We will always miss you Murray, RIP, till we see you again.
Ralph.
chris, cathy, Richard and Bruce Boothroyd
November 19, 2015
RIP Murray, gone but not forgotten, from Chris, your uncle and Cathy, your Aunt and your cousins, Richard and Bruce
Tina Crous
November 19, 2015
Murray, I hope you find eternal peace and rest safely in the arms of Jesus. My deepest sympathies to Monica and your precious boys. Love Aunty Tina (Heidelberg, South Africa).
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