John C. Murray

Obituary of John C. Murray (GAINES)
John C. "Jack" Murray, age 82 of Ridge Road, died 9/6/2012 at his residence in the care of his loving wife. He was born 8/10/1930 in Albion to John R. and Neva(Dahlquist)Murray and had been a life-long resident of this area. Mr. Murray was a Veteran of the United States Army serving as a Medic in Korea with the 2nd Infantry Division. He received the Purple Heart medal for his service to his Country. Jack was a 69 year member of the Gaines Carlton Community Church, and a member of several community organizations including; Sheret Post #35 American Legion where he was past commander and a past County Commander of the American Legion, Strickland Post #4635 VFW, Renovation Lodge F&AM, Orleans Chapter #175 Royal Arch Masons, Charter member of the Vintage Aircraft Group, Life Member of the Cobblestone Society, St. Mary's Archers Club, and the Oak Orchard Lighthouse Museum. Jack also enjoyed participating in Barbershop Quartets in his earlier years. Mr. Murray was predeceased by his sister Beverly Leigh. He will be sadly missed and is survived by his wife of 51 years Anna, his daughter Melissa(Mark)Rentschler of FL, grandson: David(Melissa Zimmerman)Gates of Canandaigua, 2 great grandchildren: Collin and Hallie Gates, brother-in-law: Eugene Leigh, nephew: John Leigh, nieces: Meredith Minier, Valerie Hatch, and dear friends: Frenchy Downey and Tony Brandt. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice of Orleans. Visitation
The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc. 21 West Avenue-Albion, MONDAY 5-7pm Services
Jack's Funeral Service will be held TUESDAY at 10 a.m. Interment
Burial will be in Mt. Albion Cemetery.