James
Friday October 11, 2019 from 2-4 & 7-9 PM
Lucknow Community Centre

Cemetery:
Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow, ON
In Memory of
James "Leo" Murray
March 31st, 1931 - October 8th, 2019

Place of Death

Nine Mile Villa, Lucknow ON

Obituary

J. Leo Murray, of Lucknow, beloved husband of the late Imelda (Scharbach) passed away on Tuesday October 8, 2019 at Nine Mile Villa in his 89th year. He was born in Kinloss Township on March 31, 1931 to the late Gertrude (Collison) and P.A. Murray. Survived by children Jim (Agnes) Murray of Lucknow, Kevin (Janet) Murray of Ripley, Marilyn (Allan) Scott of Belfast, Teresa Pfeiffer of Cambridge, Mike Murray of Holyrood and Jeff Murray of Sutton. Also greatly missed by 20 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Brother of Eleanor Kraemer of Kinloss, Gerald (Nancy) Murray of Holyrood, Barbara (Doug) Schmidt of Toronto and Elaine Fisher of Exeter and brother-in-law of Therese Scharbach, Joan Murray, Bernice Murray, and Amelia Murray. Predeceased by granddaughter Laura Murray and siblings, Margaret Ann (Bob) Dales, Veronica (Keith) McCarter, Ab (Gloria) Murray, Charles, John and Frank Murray and brother-in-law Lorne Kraemer. Visitation will be held from the Lucknow Community Centre on Friday October 11, 2019 from 2-4 & 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be celebrated on Saturday October 12, 2019 at 11 AM.

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Message from Chuck Spencer2019-10-15 14:12:48

Allan and Mary:

We are sorry to learn of the passing of James.  You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.  

Chuck Spencer

Message from Jean Hedley2019-10-15 12:08:32

Marilyn - Your dad was a true example of a good man.  Glad I had a chance to say hello to him at Frank's funeral.  May he rest in peace.

Message from Brent Ericson2019-10-15 09:47:28

I was sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Brent & Jean Ericson

Message from Sandra Keith Forster2019-10-14 12:54:53

So sorry to hear of the passing of Leo. Brian Keith & I saw him on the Murray float in the Lucknow Reunion parade last year. He was a great patriarch. Our families visited back & forth playing cards for the adults & hide & seek for the kids. Jim & I were in school together from Grade 1 and Murray and Marilyn were in school together too and in the Gord Cayley band and Goderich Laketown Band. My sincere sympathy. Sandra

Message from Annette and Leroy drennan 2019-10-12 16:59:57

we are so sorry to hear about Leo our. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time cherish your many memories of him     

Annette and Leroy  Drennan 

 

Message from Donna Sue Errington & Rick Robson2019-10-12 14:47:36

To The Murray Family

   I was so sorry to hear of Leo,s passing. I always enjoyed our visits when we saw each other. Our thoughts are will all of you at this time

                              Donna Sue & Rick

Message from Bill and Suzanne Andrew2019-10-12 11:15:18

Our sincere condolences to all of Leo's family. He always had a ready smile and a big “hello...how are YOU doing?” His interest in people and the community caused much respect and love from so many. He will be missed.

Message from Karen Eckenswiller 2019-10-12 09:29:49

My sincere condolences to you all at this time...the loss of a parent is always so difficult...my apologies that I am unable to attend the funeral...

Message from Wyatt and Cindy Nesbitt 2019-10-11 20:33:27

Sending our deepest condolences to the entire Murray family.  We will forever be grateful for his generosity, kindness and helping us get settled in Lucknow during our stay there. 
Prayers, love and hugs to everyone. 
 

Wyatt, Cindy, Sterling and Walker Nesbitt  

Message from Russell and Danielle Sutton 2019-10-11 18:43:48

Our sincere condolences to all the Murray families on Leo's passing.

Thinking of you all.

Russell and Danielle Sutton & Family

Message from Kirk McCullick2019-10-11 17:01:49

So sorry to hear of your loss.  My family’s thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kirk

Message from Ben and Linda Beishuizen2019-10-11 16:36:10

Our deepest sympathy to the Murray family with the passing of Leo, our thoughts are with you!!

Message from Todd Thompson2019-10-11 16:04:32

My condolences to the Murray family, a big loss for the community.

 

Todd Thompson

Message from Doug Stever-Akesson2019-10-11 14:27:01

To All the Murray Family

My Deepest Condolences to you all at this time.I have nothing but the most fond memories of Leo and of course your Mother. I remember the amazing times we spent with them. He gave me many a great piece of advice on many occassions. We enjoyed a few wee drams o the creature. Your Mom and Dad always had me over after Christmas Eve Mass at St, Mary's. That is a very special memory that I will always carry with me. Carry the memories with you of those special times you all shared.  Thinking of You. Doug Stever-Akesson

Message from Carol & Bruce MacIntyre2019-10-11 12:44:15

Our deepest sympathies to Leo’s family.  I have many great memories of spending time at the Murray home growing up. Leo and Imelda were always very kind and welcoming. Leo always had such a warm and caring smile. A special hug to you Teresa.

Carol Buchmeier

Message from Ruth Buchmeier2019-10-11 12:30:42

My sincere condolences to all the “Murray Family”. Leo was such a good and kind man. Treasure all the wonderful memories you have shared as a family . Leo is with Imelda now . 

Message from Bonnie MacLeod2019-10-11 10:56:14

Our deepest sympathy to the Murray family on your loss.

Thinking if you often these past few days. 
Sincere condolences 

Bonnie MacLeod

Marjorie MacLeod

Message from Rob & Donna Middelkamp ( Johnston)2019-10-11 07:24:28

Our Deepest Sympathy to Leo's Family on his passing he was a very kind and sweet man and always had time for a chat . He sure will be miss by everyone . Sending hugs to  the hole family . RIP LEO !!! 

Message from Doug and Nancy Aitchison 2019-10-10 21:42:14

Sympathy to the family.   Our thoughts are with you.

Message from Doug and Nancy Aitchison 2019-10-10 21:41:55

Sympathy to the family.   Our thoughts are with you.

Message from Bev & Hermel Cloutier2019-10-10 21:16:16

We are so very sorry for your loss. He was such a friendly and kind man. Please know you are in our hearts and prayers. 

Message from Sheila Clarke2019-10-10 21:00:55

How sad to see the news- The days of the Lucknow Agricultural Society projects came roaring back in memory!  What good times we had in the Fair Days and through the years. The last visit was at the Teeswater Old Boys- sadly missed, Leo.  Warm wishes to the young ones- I remember you all.   Denis Murphy also remembers days long ago visiting the Murray family- We send our sincere sympathy to you all. 

Message from Allan and Pat Bell2019-10-10 20:24:38

Your father has left wonderful memories to so many. We had the priviledge to meet him when he was on BRUCE County Council.  Our friendship lasted for over 40 years and every chance we had to visit we enjoyed his company. Please accept our sincere sympathy. 

Message from Don and Lynn Brooks2019-10-10 20:13:47

Our sympathy to the Murray familly on Leos passing

Message from Danielle selby2019-10-10 19:54:45

Such a great man and a huge loss thinking of all of you 

my condolences  

Message from Linda Stanley2019-10-10 18:47:45

Leo was a Great Man ...Treasure the Great Memories...Hugs to You All.

Message from Julie and Doug Kuik2019-10-10 15:41:52

Our sympathies go out to each and every one of you.   Leo will be remembered fondly by all that had the great blessing of knowing him.  He was kind, caring, generous and had a great sense of humour.   He was a pillar of our community, and raised a tremendous family.   Hugs to you all.

 

Message from Jill and Larry Duncan2019-10-10 14:29:03

I'm so sorry Mike. I wish there was something that could be said or done to take away the hurt.  Cherish all your good times......there were many.  Thoughts and love. Jill and Larry

Message from Aileen and Bryan Brebner2019-10-10 14:25:45

Our deepest sympathy to all the families.  Leo was a great person.  He always had a big hello to everyone.  Hugs!

 

 

Message from Sharon Stewart2019-10-10 14:25:33

I am so saddened to hear of the loss of a Leo.  I grew up with Leo being my neighbour and definitely my dear friend.  He helped me in so many ways.  From helping me when I lost my mom and sharing my passion for horses.  I remember every Thursday night he would hook a double team of horses up to the wagon and I would hook a single horse to the cart and we were off. 

R.I.P.

Message from Jen Heenan2019-10-10 13:35:09

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Jen Heenan

Message from Louise Conley2019-10-10 11:22:45

Deepest sympathy to the Murray Clan. Ron always looked forward to seeing him when we would be visiting Jim and Aggie. Rest in peace, Leo.

Message from Valerie Morningstar MacLeod,2019-10-10 11:10:07

Our sincere condolences to the Murray family.

Message from Joan and John pollard2019-10-10 10:32:00

To all Murray family,,our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Leo,,,men like Leo  made the world a better place,,,he was such a delight to visit with,,,, a loss to his family his friends and his community. So sorry we are away for a few weeks but will be thinking if you all at this time,

Message from Mark Becker2019-10-10 09:45:48

Please accept my sincere condolences to all of Leo's family.  Leo was one of a kind and I always enjoyed running into him or having a visit with him, especially when he had a mickey of Whiskey and a small bottle of Pepsi to have a toast.  When we did visit he always spoke about all of his kids and what they were up to, so I want you to know, he was very proud of all of you.  I have alot of good memories of Leo going back to when he was Deputy Reeve, and in the years that followed, as a good friend.  I know he is with "mom" (Imelda) now, so I know that he is kicking off those cowboy boots that he used to wear and relaxing.  Rest in piece my friend.

Message from KellyMackie2019-10-10 09:25:54

My sincere condolences to all.  I truly believe Leo, Imelda and Dad And Mom (Russ and Gail) are all looking down on us and smiling and of course starting up their Card games again. 

R.I.P.

Kelly Mackie and Michelle and Family

 

Message from James and Brenda Hanna2019-10-10 07:09:17

Leo was a great man and his wisdom and humour will be sorely missed. Our condolences to the Murray family. 

Jim and Brenda.

Message from Ivonne and Bill Congram2019-10-09 21:36:28

our condolence to you and your family.