Douglas Joseph Murray

1968 - 2024

Murray, Douglas Joseph
WATERVLIET - Douglas Joseph Murray, 55, unexpectedly passed away on June 14, 2024, at his home in Watervliet, N.Y. Douglas was born to Frieda Murray and Joseph Bennett on September 24, 1968, in Brooklyn, N.Y. He was a graduate of Richmond Hill High School in Queens, class of 1987, and then went on to enlist in the United States Army. He honorably served 1988 – 1991 with active duty in the Gulf War (Operation Desert Storm) and also spent time in Germany while serving. Shortly after his military service, Douglas relocated to the Albany, N.Y. area and began a 25-year rewarding career working within various NYS Agencies with the most recent being the Office of Temporary & Disability Assistance (OTDA).
Douglas' siblings, David (Alisa) Murray and Patricia Murray, remember him as a man of many interests but with a particular passion for sports. In his youth he enjoyed competitively participating with friends in baseball, softball, and football all around the Jamaica, Queens area where he grew up. As his close friends can attest, he was also a lifelong avid follower of many sport teams, especially the Dallas Cowboys.
Douglas was predeceased by his father, Joseph; and mother, Frieda. He is survived by his two siblings, David (twin) and Patricia, as well as a large family of extended brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews. Douglas leaves a legacy of love, laughter, and service.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Douglas's family Thursday, June 27, 2024, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, N.Y. 12206. Please enter the funeral home from the rear parking lot entrance only.
To leave a message for the family, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com
Doug's presence will be profoundly missed, but his memory will continue to be a beacon of warmth and joy for all who had the pleasure of knowing him.