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Joseph Murray Obituary

Murray, Joseph Patrick age 88, passed away Saturday morning, August 2, 2003, beloved husband of Virginia Murray (nee Deutschman), loving father of Charlene (Edward) Fennelly, Marilyn (George) Angell, Jo (Gordon) Holtby and Karen Murray Williams, devoted son of the late Patrick Joseph Murray and the late Mary Murray (nee Fergus), beloved brother of Marion (Irwin) Lejman, the late James (Lea) Murray and the late McGarry (Genevieve) Murray, dearest grandfather of eleven and great-grandfather of eight, loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Most importantly, a caring friend to all. Visitation Tuesday from 3 to 9 p.m. at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge. Funeral Wednesday, 9:15 a.m., to St. Cornelius Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Lung Association of Metropolitan Chicago, would be appreciated. For additional info, call 847-685-1002.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Aug. 4 to Aug. 5, 2003.

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Kevin Lehmann

August 19, 2003

I'm sorry to hear about Joe's passing, my mother (Mary Murray Lehmann) often spoke well of her cousins McGarry, Joe, Jim and Marion. And having met them I can understand why, may he rest in peace with all the faithfully departed.

Michael Ries

August 4, 2003

My condolences to the family. Mr. Murray was a wonderful person as was evidenced by the love he received from his children.

Jennifer Williams

August 4, 2003

Papa was the greatest grandpa in the whole entire world. My life will never be the same without him. He truly had a heart of gold! Rest in peace Papa.....I will love you forever

TERRI JOYCE

August 4, 2003

MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY. JOE HAS BEEN A WONDERFUL PART OF MY FAMILY. A DEVOTED FRIEND AND COUSIN TO MY MOTHER AND ALL OF HER CHILDREN. WE'LL LOVE YOU FOREVER AND KEEP YOU IN OUR HEARTS ALWAYS.

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