Lillian Hirschfelder Murray

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Lillian Murray Obituary

September 25, 1920 - March 3, 2015
Lillian Hirschfelder Murray, 94, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2015. She was born in Beeville, Texas on September 25, 1920 to Chester J. & Ethel Hirschfelder. Lillian, as an Army Brat considered San Antonio her home because her father was stationed at Fort Sam Houston as Post Commander. Lillian was active in schools and subsequently graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in San Antonio in 1940. She met the love of her life 69 years ago as his prize at a Bingo game at the Officer's Club at Ft. Sam Houston. Lillian was a military wife serving with her husband in Japan in 1946, came stateside in 1948 and in Okinawa from 1970 to 1972. Col. & Mrs. Murray are former residents of Windcrest and members of Concordia Lutheran Church. She leaves behind her husband, Col. John E. Murray, USAF Retired; son, Jesse King Murray; grandchildren, Craig, Jameson, Treasure Faye and Suzanne; great grandsons, Jackson, Samuel, Maxwell and Liam; great granddaughter, Chloe and several nieces and nephews. The visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. at Sunset Funeral Home, 1701 Austin Highway, San Antonio, TX. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 12:00 P.M. at the funeral home. The interment will follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held at the Army Residence Community on Friday morning the 13th of March at 10:00 A.M. You may sign the online guestbook at www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com.

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Published by San Antonio Express-News on Mar. 8, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Lillian Murray

12 Entries

May 25, 2015

Lillian Hirschfelder Murray now joins the beloved company of cherished members lost by Army Daughters over the years. May the charm and spirit with which she infused her life continue to bless her family and friends.

Janet Byrne Otto
National Registrar
Society of Daughters of the United States Army

Colonel Karl E. Dankof (USAF) and Vera for Colonel Murray and Lillian. San Antonio photo, 1990s.

Mark Dankof

March 17, 2015

Mark Dankof for John and Lillian

Mark Dankof

March 17, 2015

March 16, 2015

So sad to hear that Lillian passed away sending Prayers to you John & your Family.
R.C. & Marie Woltersdorf

Mark and Vera Dankof

March 11, 2015

God's richest blessings on Lillian and Colonel Murray always. We shall all see Lillian again in the Kingdom of God in Christ. Romans 8:31-39.

Charles and Janice Oualline

March 10, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. My mother and "Aunt Titoo" were the closest of friends as well as family; we are actually cousins, and I remember our getting together when my cousin Jon Lee and I were small kids. Always visited the Hirschfelder home when we came to San Antonio. She will be greatly missed. A great lady.

Hazel Parker

March 9, 2015

My sympathies go to you, John, on the loss of Lillian. I know she will be missed in this life, and yet she is enjoying the presence of God now.

Ingrid Bowden

March 6, 2015

Our family has known and been close friends with Lillian and John for around 40 years. Lillian was one of the most sincerely kind and thoughtful people I have ever known. When I think of Lillian some of the words that come to mind are: Smart; Beautiful and always sharply dressed; Funny and witty; Always put others before herself; Strong, dealing with her own health challenges positively without self-sorrow or pity; Dedicated to her husband and family, and to close family friends. Lillian and John have been there for my family over the years whether it was weddings, birthday or anniversary celebrations, hospitalizations or funerals. I will truly miss Lillian. John, may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. All my love.

Lisa & William Hirschfelder

March 4, 2015

Lillian was a beautiful, strong and confident woman. She loved attending the Katy High School football games and hearing "Hirschfelder" over the speaker. She would smile and cheer with pride. She was a champion in her own right. John and Lillian are the meaning of True Love and being together for over 70 years is an achievement we can all hope to achieve. Our deepest sympathy to the Murray Family. She will always be a part of our heart and will truly by missed. All our love. Lisa & William

Lisa & William Hirschfelder

March 4, 2015

If anyone lived a full and eventful life, Lillian did just so. She was a strong and loving woman. She did love attending the Katy High School football games and enjoyed hearing the "Hirschfelder" name over the sound system. She will truly be missed and will always be in our hearts. John and Lillian were the definition of TRUE LOVE and for 70 years is something we could all hope for in life. All of our love you the Murray Family.

Judy Eckart

March 4, 2015

We're sorry for your loss our prayers are with you and the family I'm a cousin to Kirk hirschfelder

Kirk Hirschfelder

March 4, 2015

I am dearly sadden with the loss of the sole remainder of the The Col. & Ethal Hirschfelder family. Aunt "ToTo", Will always be in my thoughts as she has been for many years. She always made you feel warm and welcome.
To Col. John Murray, my thoughts and prayer are with you. I have never seen anyone LOVE and treat a lady so wonderful. God bless you. We miss you both.

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