Murray Francis Armstrong
May 23, 2011
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing at Victoria Hospital on Monday, May 23rd, 2011, Murray Francis Armstrong of London at the age of 63. Predeceased by his parents Jack and Marg Armstrong. He will be fondly remembered by his wife Shirley of 28 years. Loving brother of Kathy (Peter) of London, Jim (Jo-Ann) of Phoenix, Rob (Wendy) of Calgary, brother-in-law of Graham McNamee and special nephew of Grace and John MacDougall. Murray will be sadly missed by many friends. Much loved uncle and great-uncle. Murray was born in Kirkland Lake, Ontario and grew up in Elliot Lake. He graduated from the University of Windsor in 1970. He worked for a time at Denison Mines in Elliot Lake and then went on to pursue a career in the computer department of Shoppers Drug Mart in Toronto. In 1988, he and his wife moved to London to begin a new career in the school book fair business until 1996. Of late he had been doing webpage design and also found time to volunteer at St. Joseph`s Hospital. Funeral service will be held at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Friday, May 27th, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation one hour prior. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Joseph`s Hospital, London, or the charity of your choice. Online condolences available at >www.westviewfuneralchapel.com
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Dear Shirley: Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Hang on to all the great memories you accumulated over the years. We have fond memories of "Happy Hour" on the Arnold's deck. Dan & Murray always liked to share a scotch or two. Cheers, Murray! Dan & Ann
Dear Shirley; So sad to hear of Murrays' passing. Sending you our sympathies. Jill & Skip
Dear Shirley, I am so, so sad to hear of Murray's passing. I can't believe it. I was still looking forward to getting to know Murray much better - such an interesting person, and maybe even a cousin. Mary and Brian will miss him terribly. Please know that God loves Murray even more than you do, is there grieving with you and ministering to you, and will be. We share your sadness Shirley. 28 years is huge. Love from Sally Gray
Jim, Jo-Ann, Alison and family, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you as you remember your loving brother and uncle.
We are saddened by Murray's passing and wish to express our deepest sympathy to Shirley, and the cats, Stanlee, Marnie, and to Murray's sister, brothers and all the Armstrong family. There is only one computer word that I can think off that sums up our good friend Murray and that is "WYSIWYG"--what you see is what you get. Murray and I worked on numerous projects together, shared stories of our wives, our kids the cats, and a fascination of history. We will miss Murray's, humour, smile, honesty and compassion.
Dear Shirley & Family, Caring thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now. Many fond memories of Murray at St. Joseph's Health Care Information Desk will remain in my heart. Sincere Condolences,
The Arnold family will miss Murray more than words can say. Shirley and Murray have been our close friends for many years - often more like family to us. When things were good, Murray was there to celebrate with us and when things were bad, Murray was there there to support us as was Shirley. Murray taught our kids to ride their bikes and was always interested in their lives - their struggles, their accomplishments. We shared many meals together and perhaps a few glasses of wine over the years. We have been blessed to have Murray in our lives and we are sad to lose him so soon. Friends like this don't come along every day - thank you for the friendship we have shared. Shirley - you know that no matter what, all five of us are always here for you and always will be. We love you both.
Shirley - I am so sad to hear that Murray has passed. I cannot express how much I wish I were able to make the trip to see you. However, I am sure you will be in loving company. Murray and yourself were there when I really needed you and became my "London mom and dad". I will never forget how much you both cared. My prayers are with you and I'll get you the hug as soon as I can....Love you both.
Dear |Shirley,Jim & Joann,Rob & Wendy, Kathy & Peter and families, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Remember the fond memories that you all shared with Murray. Fondly Ken and Jacquie
Dear Shirley, It has been many years since we have seen you and Murray but we were sorry to learn today of your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Dea Shirley and Family, Murray's presence is an impossible place to fill. I know we will all miss his caring, wit and the many years of friendship and history that my loyal friend leaves me as a legacy.Shirl, I am always here for you and we will bring his memory to our time together , continuing with our knowledge of the fragility and preciousness of life.
Dear Shirley, I am writing to extend our deepest sympathies to you on your loss. We were very sad to hear about Murray, he was such a wonderful friend and I won't forget how much he helped me in my difficult time at the University. Please let me know whether there is anything I can do to help during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I will light a candle for Murray tonight. Love.. Kathy & Rodolfo
Dear Shirley, I was so shocked and saddened to hear from Donna about Murray's passing. Please accept my deepsest sympathies. Janet and your old friend, "Coopy" (Cooper) in Peterborough.
To Shirley and family, Murray was a wonderful person to work with. He was kind, giving,caring and funny at times. We surely will miss him here at the information desk at St.Joe's. May God bless him and keep him under his wings. Please except my sympathy. Gynet Allder.
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Murray was good and kind and caring; he was all the things you hope to find in a friend. Humour infused his very being, his sharp wit a joy. Every memory of him I will cherish, for every one was positive and every one reflected his deep regard for others. I think, mostly, I shall miss his hearty chuckle; his expressive way of relating to the world around him; his intelligence and honesty. To Murray's family and close friends, and to dear, dear Shirley, I offer my sympathies at your loss. Because Murray has enriched all our lives, we shall celebrate his through our memories, and he will be with us, always.
~ Jerry Black