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Crystal Murray
May 14, 1987 - June 1, 2016
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Crystal Anne Murray was born May 14, 1987 in Penticton, BC. She grew up in Oliver and graduated from SOSS.
She leaves behind her beautiful daughter Sadie; spouse Andy; father Russell Murray; mother Diana DeRoche; brother Dylan Murray; step-dad Roger DeRoche; her mommy Barb; siblings Stephan and Christina; her nanny Shoffeea; her Oma Nina (Wayne); her Opa Ernst and Oma Geli in Germany as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
She was predeceased by her beloved Opa Hans, Grandpa and Grandma Wray from Manitoba; Oma and Opa of Summerland and her Oma Gertrude from Germany.
Crystal worked as a nursing unit clerk at the Penticton Regional Hospital where at the age of 23 she was diagnosed with M.S.
This did not deter her to fulfil a lifetime wish of becoming a mother. On December 19, 2013, she gave birth to her beautiful daughter Sadie who was the light of her life.
Crystal was a valiant warrior and fought with all her might, yet M.S. prevailed. On June 1, 2016, surrounded by love and her mom Diana, step-dad Roger and her aunty Sharon, Crystal lost her battle to this disease.
Her final wish came true, “Dear God, please make me a bird so I can fly far far away from here.”
Our hearts will forever be broken. May her spirit, love and light live through her precious daughter Sadie.
Many thanks to Dr. Myslek, all the nurses, doctors, care-aides and support staff at Sunnybank Centre, SOGH and Penticton Regional Hospital SP3. A special mention to Paul for making her feel love in her final days.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday June 11, 2016 at the Oliver Air Cadet Hangar at 5856 Cessna Street.
A trust fund for her daughter Sadie’s future education has been set up at the Osoyoos CIBC under the name Sadie Cook c/o Nina Fischer, branch# 02060 Institution# 010 account# 7719094, and all donations may be given here in lieu of flowers.
Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com
Arrangements entrusted to Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium, Oliver & Osoyoos.
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From: Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service Staff
Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Brenda Zakall
Relation: Daughter's friend from school
Condolences to your family. We have many wonderful memories of Crystal. She was a great young lady. From the Zakall family.
From: Brita Park
Relation: Sec. sch. teacher
So, so, sad! Condolences to all the family, and a special wish for courage and strength to Dylan. I only have lovely memories of Crystal as a bright teenager, with her enthusiasm for learning, for being connected to family and friends, for life! So sorry to hear of the devastating illness, and holding on to the joy she must have had to become a mother to that darling little girl.
From: Marlene & Terry Bolenback
Relation: Long Time Family Friend
Where do you begin to give condolences for such a young life. It came as quite a shock to learn of Crystal’s passing. Our hearts go out to her family, who loved her so much and her friends. We’ve know Crystal’s family for a very long time and would like to let them know that our hearts go out to them. You will be in our thoughts & prayers.
Marlene & Terry
From: Marion Soames
Relation: support group for MS
So sorry that a bright spirit has been called by her maker. She was a happy girl and totally devoted to her family.
From: Elizabete Blonk
Relation: Friend
With a broken heart i am hear to send my deepest sympathy to all the family .I remember when Crystal was born ….So very young she leaves this world and a BEAUTIFUL YOUNG DAUGHTER .Dylon a big hug to you i know how much you love your sister ,be strong ,and all rest of family .ANOTHER STAR IN THE SKY
From: Woodie & Diane Tetreault
Relation: Friends
Crystal was a warm, happy young lady who always went out of her way to say hi. It’s so sad that this disease has taken her away from her daughter & family. Our sincere condolences to the entire family. Hugs & love to all & an extra one for Dylan.
From: Daana Hupp
Relation: Friend
To Andy and The Family,
I’m heartbroken to hear of Crystal’s passing. I would like to express my condolences to you all. She was so vibrant and funny. What a sense of humor she had even when faced with so many difficulties from the disease. Crystal was truly an inspiration to everyone living with M.S. or loving someone with M.S. The world is a brighter, lighter place for her having been in it.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
June 11, 2016
Beginning at 1:00pm
Location:
Oliver Air Cadet Hangar
5856 Cessna Street
Oliver, BC Canada
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday June 11, 2016 at the Oliver Air Cadet Hangar, 5856 Cessna Street, Oliver.
5856 Cessna Street
Oliver, BC Canada
Memorial Gifts
Memorial donations will be gratefully accepted to:
A trust fund for her daughter Sadie’s future education has been set up at the Osoyoos CIBC under the name Sadie Cook c/o Nina Fischer, branch# 02060 Institution# 010 account# 7719094, and all donations may be given here in lieu of flowers.
Thank You Notice
Many thanks to Dr. Myslek, all the nurses, doctors, care-aides and support staff at Sunnybank Centre, SOGH and Penticton Regional Hospital SP3. A special mention to Paul for making her feel love in her final days.
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