John Christopher Murray, 89, of Carman passed away peacefully on November 27, 2024 at Carman Hospital.
John was born January 12, 1935 at the home farm south of Graysville to Jack and Stella (Stow) Murray. John was predeceased by his wife of 56 yrs, Madeliene in 2015 and his brother Donald in 2014. John is survived by his three sons Clinton (Marsha), David (Teck), Kevin (Suzanne) and daughter Pam, grandchildren Kyla, Brad, Sam, Kris and Stuart plus six great grandchildren, brother in law Alvin (Barb) Eby plus many nieces and nephews.
John was a devoted father, grandfather and great grandfather and friend to so many people. A farmer, dedicated member of the community who spent years on the School Board, Member of the Graysville United Church and several other committees. John was a competitor and passed that spirit on to his kids. He was a great southpaw in the baseball leagues of the 1950’s and a curler most of his life. John and Madeliene enjoyed camping and golfing after retirement. A visit over a cup of coffee with a sweet treat was always welcomed.
A Celebration of Life will be held on January 12th, 2025 at the Active Living Centre in Carman from 2-4 pm for time to share stories and enjoy a coffee and a sweet.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Carman Area Foundation P O Box 160, Carman, MB R0G 0J0.
John was born January 12, 1935 at the home farm south of Graysville to Jack and Stella (Stow) Murray. John was predeceased by his wife of 56 yrs, Madeliene in 2015 and his brother Donald in 2014. John is survived by his three sons Clinton (Marsha), David (Teck), Kevin (Suzanne) and daughter Pam, grandchildren Kyla, Brad, Sam, Kris and Stuart plus six great grandchildren, brother in law Alvin (Barb) Eby plus many nieces and nephews.
John was a devoted father, grandfather and great grandfather and friend to so many people. A farmer, dedicated member of the community who spent years on the School Board, Member of the Graysville United Church and several other committees. John was a competitor and passed that spirit on to his kids. He was a great southpaw in the baseball leagues of the 1950’s and a curler most of his life. John and Madeliene enjoyed camping and golfing after retirement. A visit over a cup of coffee with a sweet treat was always welcomed.
A Celebration of Life will be held on January 12th, 2025 at the Active Living Centre in Carman from 2-4 pm for time to share stories and enjoy a coffee and a sweet.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Carman Area Foundation P O Box 160, Carman, MB R0G 0J0.