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John Murray Obituary
AUGUSTA, Ga. - John Leondias Murray, Jr., husband of Esther Boatwright Murray, passed away peacefully May 17, 2011. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Esther Murray and his parents, Nolia Ford and John Leondias Murray, Sr. In addition to his wife, he is survived by 2 sons, John Leondias Murray, III and his wife, Lisa; Grey Boatwright Murray and his wife, Holley; 4 grandsons, John Leondias Murray, IV, Samuel Wilkes Murray, Richard Dunstan Murray, and Grey Boatwright Murray, Jr., all of Augusta; one granddaughter, Holley Herrington Murray of Augusta; one brother, Larry Jefferson Murray and his wife, Mary Hunt of Augusta; a cousin, Judy Murray Bowers of Humboldt, Tennessee. Mr. Murray was the retired president of Murray Biscuit Company. He was an active member of the Augusta National Golf Club and the Augusta Country Club. He served as the past president of the National Association of Food Research. He served on the advisory board of the Citizens and Southern National Bank. He was a past member of the Norfolk Southern Advisory Board and the Paul Anderson Youth Home Board, and a past member of the Augusta Golf Association. Mr. Murray was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed golf, fishing, and hunting. He served as commodore of the Edisto Yacht Club. He graduated from Darlington High School and attended Clemson University. Memorial Services will be held at St. Paul Episcopal Church Saturday afternoon, May 21, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. The Rev. Dr. Richard Sanders will officiate. The family will receive friends at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Larry J. Murray, 950 Johns Road, following the service. Suggested memorials can made to the Ebenezer Child Trust in Zambia, Africa. C/O of Savannah River Banking Company, P. O. Box 14547, Augusta, Georgia 30919-4547, or the charity of your choice. The Augusta Chronicle-May 20, 2011
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Memories and Condolences
for John Murray
I remember how kind he was to my husband, Jim Martin, and our family. He was always most generous to us sharing his tournament tickets with us and allowing my son, Jay, to have the most special 16th birthday any young golfer could hope for. Jim loved to play golf with him. We remember him with great affection.
Anne Martin Wassum
Friend
May 13, 2021
a great man
dick hester
May 13, 2019
Jay, Grey, and family, I was terribly sorry to learn of your loss, your dad was always very kind to me; I know you will miss him. God bless you all.
Bert Hall, Hilton Head
bert hall
June 3, 2011
Bebe,
My heart goes out to you.
Johnny was one of the best friends I ever had.
May God comfort you in this time of grief.
Jerry Voshel
Walker,MI
May 25, 2011
bebe jay and grey i am very sorry to hear of john. my thoughts and prayers are with you. dick hester
May 24, 2011
Bebe, am so sorry hope to see you ond day in the future.
Jack Wier
May 22, 2011
To the Murray Family:
My sincere and hearfelt condolences to all of you at this sad time.
Bob Sumerau
Bob Sumerau
May 21, 2011
Jay, Grey and Family
Meta King and I wish to send our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Paul Dorr
May 21, 2011
Dear Friends,
I just learned this Friday evening about Johnny's death. I was so saddened to know that all of you are going through such a sorrowful time. Johnny had so many health issues within the past few years and I know how hard he had struggled to overcome them. I know the deep sorrow that all of you are feeling so well. He impacted so many people in so many ways and was so good to our family. My prayers are with you as you struggle through this time of deep loss. Love to all! Anne Martin
Anne Martin
May 20, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
George & Joyce Jeffers
May 20, 2011
BEBE, JAY AND GREY
I WAW SADDENED TO HEAR OF JOHNNY'S DEATH. HE WAS MY FRIEND FOR MANY YEARS AND I WILL MISS HIM. NORTH GOODWIN AND I ARE IN MONTANA AND WILL NOT BE BACK IN AUGUSTA UNTIL THE FIRST WEEK IN JUNE SO WILL BE UNABLE TO ATTEND THE FUNERAL.
NORTH SENDS HIS CONDOLENCES ALSO.
GOD BLESS JOHNNY AND HIS FAMILY.
ZACH EVERITT
May 20, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
May 19, 2011
Dear Bebe and Family,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are will all of you at this sad time. May God bless all of the Murray family.
Ladelle Cauthen Kuglar
Ladelle Cauthen Kuglar
May 19, 2011
BeBe, Grey and the Murray Family. It was a sad ending to my day as I drove out the gates of Augusta National yesterday, receiving the call from Kate of Mr. Murray's passing. His kind generosity to me over the years will always be remembered. I know his presence will be felt that first week of April for many years to come. A kind Man, that we will miss, Scott and Kate Hall
Scott Hall
May 19, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to Mrs. Murray and the entire family. I knew Mr. Murray as the Greens Chairman of Augusta National Golf Club and I enjoyed working with him. He was always pleasant to everyone -- a true gentleman.
Carolyn Snider
May 19, 2011
BeBe and Family; Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Johnny will be missed by so many.
Love - Tom and Lois Anderson
Thomas Anderson
May 19, 2011
Enjoyed your presence at our morning meetings during Masters week. The Murray family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Frank Phillips III
May 19, 2011
We were so privileged to have met Mr. and Mrs. Murray while I was researching Murray Biscuit Co., for a story that was published in Columbia County Magazine. Please accept our condolences. Bill and Bea Baab, Augusta
Bill Baab
May 19, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Elizabeth and Charles Probus
Elizabeth Probus
May 19, 2011
Esther and Family, We send our love and prayers to you and yours. We have many wonderful memories of our get togethers when you and Johnny would come to Stuart for fishing and etc. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Love, Renee and Charlie
May 19, 2011
To the Murray Family-I had worked for this family from 1966 -1999 at Murray Biscuit. We all felt like family. I have lots of good memories from there. My deepest condolences go out to you all at this time. May God continue to Bless you all.
Amanda Story
May 19, 2011
We were so sorry to hear about Johnny's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with the Murray Family. Richard and Stella Alexander, St. Augustine, FL
Richard Alexander
May 19, 2011
To The Murray family : It was a very sad day indeed when Jay Murray called me to let me know of his father's passing. Mr. Murray had done so much for Clemson University;but more importantly, he had done so much for me personally. His kind generosity to me will always be remembered. My thoughts & prayers go out to the entire Murray family.
Joe White
May 19, 2011
Bill and I were so sorry to learn of Johnny's passing. Please accept our sympathy to all the family and know that you are in our prayers. Johnny will be missed by many.
Amelia and Bill Alexander
Amelia Alexander
May 19, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Love and prayers.
Ezra Adams
May 19, 2011
tammie odum
May 19, 2011
We have many fun memories of Johnny and Esther and will be keeping the family in our prayers. Babs and Wes Muckenfuss
May 19, 2011
I am very sorry for your loss. Mr Murray was a great man and wonderful steward for this community. He will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brian Ellefson
May 19, 2011
Had the pleasure of knowing Johnny and Ester since Richmond Academy days and the special pleasure of getting to know their sons Jay and Grey in recent years. Very special family. Joe & Sheila Taylor.
Joe Taylor
May 19, 2011
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