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Murray, Robert W. TROY Robert W. Murray, 81, formerly of Orr Street, Troy, died on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at the Eddy Heritage House in Troy after an extended illness. Robert was born in Troy, to the late Francis A. and Mary M. Nolan Murray and has been a lifelong city resident. He was a graduate of Troy High School and Siena College where he earned his bachelor's degree. Robert also took graduate courses at RPI in Troy. He was a mechanical engineer at the Watervliet Arsenal working in research and development with Benet Laboratories for 30 years until his retirement. Robert was an US Army Veteran, active duty from 1952-54 and also served in the Army Reserves until 1960. He earned the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Robert was very active with New York State Right to Life and Citizens Concerned for Human Life (CCHL) as well as Rensselaer County Right to Life. Robert was a founding member of the Latin Mass Community of St. Joseph's Church in Troy and was a former communicant of St. Patrick's Church in Troy. Bob was very athletic and enjoyed many activities and sports including: swimming, skiing, bowling, softball, basketball and golf. Robert is survived by his nine siblings, John T. (Diane) Murray of Ridgecrest, Calif., Norine M. Murray of Troy, Francis J. Murray of Troy, M. Bernadette Gettings of Latham, Paul E. (Barbara) Murray of Mechanicville, Donald E. Murray of Troy, Joanne E. (Al) Caron of Troy, Rosemary Lattof of Latham and James V. Murray of Troy. Besides his parents he was also pre-deceased by his brother, Gavin M. Murray; and brothers-in-law, William P. Gettings and Theodore N. Latoff. He is also survived by 12 nieces and nephews and 19 great-nieces and great -nephews. Funeral Saturday morning at 9:15 from the Riverview Funeral Home, Inc., 218 2nd Ave., Troy and at 10 o'clock from St. Joseph's Church, Troy where a Requiem Mass will be offered. Relatives and friends are invited to attend and may also call at the Riverview Funeral Home on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. Interment will be in St. Peter's Cemetery, Troy. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make a contribution in Robert's memory to the following organizations: New York State Right to Life, 41 State St., Suite M-100, Albany, NY 12207 or to the American Life League (ALL), PO Box 1350, Seaford, VA 22555 or to Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144. For on-line condolences please visit: theriverviewfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Mar. 9, 2012.

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Greg Lloyd

March 16, 2024

God rest your soul, dear Bob. I miss you sorely, still. I pray you are rejoicing with St. Thomas Aquinas on whose feast you also died, now 12 years ago. I shall never forget you, Friend. And all The lloyds remember you with fondness in our continued prayers for your blessed repose. Eternal memory! Greg

Gregory Lloyd

March 3, 2021

The pilgrims whom Bob served for 15 years, every year, faithfully, remember him in eternal friendship and in unceasing prayer to this day. Every year his name is recalled fondly in public by them along The Way to the Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs (at Auriesville), whom Bob loved always. We pray for his eternal rest in Christ, whom Bob faithfully & generously - and cheerfully - served.

Gregory Lloyd

March 3, 2019

Uncle Bob lived the Gospel of Jesus Christ like his faithful brother. He was & remains, in a word, a saint. His friends do not forget him. His fellow pilgrims miss him, and remember him in prayer.

linda Laviolette

March 3, 2019

He was a very loving kind man

Lisa Savage

June 12, 2012

I miss Bob very much, he left way too soon! I am so sorry for your loss!

Erin Sawyer

March 14, 2012

Bob was the first friend I ever had when I was just 5 years old. He was always so kind to me. What a great man and neighbor. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Mary/Tom Sawyer

March 10, 2012

To The Murray Family,
Upon my arrival back to the area , we were sad to hear of Bobs passing. Bob was the best example of a good and faithful servant of the Lord. Living next to Norine, Bob, Frank and Don were some of our greatest memories of how good neighbors you all were. God Bless all of you.

Bill McEnaney

March 9, 2012

Bob. I miss you more than you'll ever know. We'll always love you.

Laviolette's

March 9, 2012

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Susie Lloyd

March 9, 2012

Bob was a prince among men. RIP to his good soul.

Cathy Prince

March 9, 2012

To the Murray Family, I was sadden to hear about the loss of Bob who was a wonderful neighbor.Always willing to lend a helping hand to me and my family. He will truly be missed by many in the neighborhood.My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Cathy Prince and Family.. Orr St.

Gregory P. Lloyd

March 9, 2012

Dear Norine, Frank, Don and all Siblings of Beloved Bob, it is with a divided heart that the news of Bob's passing reaches me. Privileged to have been among his many friends, on the one hand my heart aches at so terrible a loss of so good a soul as your Brother, and I weep also for you therefore. On the other hand, his goodness was so extraordinary, even other-worldly that I am tempted to rejoice even amidst so much sorrow, believing that The Good Lord Christ Who made your Brother into the Christian man of full stature he became will take him to Himself rejoicing in his arrival, with His words now intended for Robert: Well done, good and faithful servant. Come, enter thou into the joy of thy lord. Possess the kingdom prepared for thee from the foundation of the world. (Mt. xxv: 24,34) On behalf of all the Lloyds, especially our Girls Katie, Molly & Gracie who loved him as their "Uncle Bob", and all the pilgrims of the annual pilgrimage to Auriesville who loved Bob so and are forever indebted to him in gratitude for his selfless friendship in Christ, I offer our prayers to the Blessed Mother of God for your consolation.

March 9, 2012

Joanne and family: My sincere sympathy on the loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sally [Manning} Hogan, CSR .54

Thomas M Riley Sr

March 9, 2012

Norine,Joanne and Al, and all the Murray families. My thoughts and Prayer are with you at this sad time. May God watch over you all. God bless.

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