Lansing, Michigan
Originally of Jackson, Michigan
With deep sadness we announce the death of our husband and father, Joe, who died peacefully in his sleep July 22, 2011 at his home with his family at his side. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary and children, Sandy (Jim) Magnotta, Don Murray, Judy Murray, Steve Murray, Mike Murray, and Barb Warner; 8 grandchildren, Tony, Allison, Adam, Nick, Jordan, Ryan, Ashley, and Joey; 1 brother, Leo (Delores) Murray; 2 sisters, Marie Fuller and Kathleen Kelley; sister-in-law, Fran Murray; many nieces, nephews, and friends. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Francis & Ellen Murray, brother, John; 2 brothers-in-law, Clinton Kelley and Wilbur Fuller.
Joe was employed with Sparrow Hospital prior to retiring. In his former years he was employed with Canteen Services and Campbell Catering. He was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church where he was an usher and belonged to the Knights of Columbus. He was a member of the Michigan National Guard. Joe was an avid fisherman, hunter, and gardener. He loved sharing his fishing and hunting stories with his grandchildren. He enjoyed his time volunteering with Loaves and Fishes. He will be sadly missed. The family would like to thank Sparrow Hospice and Homecare.
Visitation is from 2-4, 6-8 P.M. Sunday with a 7:00 P.M. Vigil Service in the Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw, Lansing. Funeral Liturgy is 11:00 A.M. Monday, July 25, at St. Therese Church, 102 W. Randolph, Lansing with Fr. Mike Williams presiding. Viewing will be from 10 to 11 A.M. Monday at church. Rite of committal will be 2:30 P.M. Monday Sts. Cornelius & Cyprian Cemetery in Leslie, MI. Contributions may be made to St. Therese Church in memory of Joe. Friends may visit the guest book at www.tiffanyfuneralhome.com
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