With heavy hearts we
sadly announce the passing of Norman Murray of Moncton. Surrounded by
his loving family, he passed away peacefully at The
Veteran’s Health Center on Saturday, April 13, 2024. Born in
Dieppe, he was the son of the late Moses and Aline (Caissie)
Murray.
Norman served in the
Royal Canadian Air Force as a member of the Peace Corps in Germany
from 1951 to 1954. Subsequently, he operated several businesses over
the years, with his most recent business being Murray’s Used
Cars on Mountain Road, which he helped operate with his son Pat. With
over 50 years as a car salesman, he was well-respected, well-known and
always took great care of his customers. He was an avid sports fan
having excelled at a variety of sports in his younger years including
baseball, soccer, hockey and English rugby. While serving in the Peace
Corps, he was selected as captain of the baseball team. Later in life
he got so much joy out of watching his grandchildren play sports. He
was a true fan of the Toronto Blue Jays and the Toronto Raptors and
followed them loyally. He really enjoyed a good game of cards with
family and friends, but especially with his son Pat. Rummy, 200 and
crib being his games of choice especially when there were a few
dollars on the line. He loved fishing, watching horse races and
spending time at the cottage. His most treasured moments were those
spent with his family, that’s when he was the
happiest.
Norman was kind,
soft-hearted and well liked by all who met him. Forever being a
jokester, he never had a bad word to say about anyone and treated
everyone the same; with respect and honesty. His friendly, easy-going
personality and great sense of humor made a positive initial
impression to all who met him, often forming long and enduring
friendships.
He will forever be in
the heart of his loving wife of 68 years, Joan (Wilson), children;
Michael (Gisele), David (Yvette), Patrick (Pauline) and Anne Brewster
(Sheldon), grandchildren; Erin, Dale, Melissa, Chris, Marco and
Carolynn, great grandchildren; Gavin, Quinn, Sofia and Jack, brother;
Paul (Rita), and several nieces and nephews. Aside from his parents he
was predeceased by a sister, Marie Demers.
A life so beautifully
lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. The Royal Canadian Legion
Moncton Branch #6 will hold a memorial service on Thursday, April 18,
2024 at 11 AM, immediately followed by a service celebrating his life
at Cobb’s Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 330 Whitepine
Rd, Riverview (869-2007) with Father Phil Mulligan presiding. A
reception to meet the family will follow the service. Donations to the
Dr. Sheldon Rubin Oncology Department at The Moncton Hospital or local
charity of choice if desired. To view a complete obituary or to make
online condolences please visit www.cobbsfuneralhome.ca