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Mary Claire Murray
August 8, 1938 - May 30, 2022
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On Monday, May 30, 2022, Mrs. Mary “Claire” Murray (nee Flynn) of Oliver passed away peacefully at Moog & Friends Hospice House after a short illness at the age of 83 years.
She was predeceased by her husband Bill Murray.
Claire will fondly be remembered by her companion Eric; her six children, Elaine, Brian, Kevin, Anne Marie, Tony (Sylvia) and Greg (Cassandra); grandchildren, Richard (Angela), Julie (Kyle), Michael (Kame’e) and Christina; five great-grandchildren as well as many extended family and friends.
Born in Limerick, Ireland, the immediate family permanently moved to British Columbia, Canada in 1978.
During her working years, Claire was a hairdresser at Todd’s in Limerick, Rosewood Manor in Richmond and Dania Home in Burnaby.
She was very involved in her community and volunteered at the Sister’s of Atonement on East Hastings in Vancouver, Richmond Animal Protection Society in Richmond and the Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop in Oliver.
Upon moving to Oliver in 2016, she loved sitting on her patio, reading her books, napping in the warm sun and visiting wineries in the Okanagan. She met Eric in 2018 and enjoyed many great adventures travelling together.
Mom, thank you for your unconditional love. You touched so many lives with your kindness and thoughtfulness. We miss you so much and you will forever be in our hearts. May God Bless you and keep you safe.
Donations are gratefully accepted for Moog & Friends Hospice House: https://www.pentictonhospice.com/donate/
A funeral mass will be held at 11:30 am, Friday June 10th, 2022 at Christ the King Catholic Church, Oliver, BC followed by a reception in the church lower hall.
A church service and interment will be held at a later date at the Gardens of Gethsemani, Surrey, BC.
A live stream of the service may be viewed at: https://nunes-pottinger.com/obituary/mary-claire-murray/ by clicking the live service button.
Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com
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From: Ruth McLarty
Relation: I worked with Clare at the Thrft Shop
My condolences to your family Claire, your Irish lilt will be remembered
From: Ben, Judy and Lauren Nishi
Relation:
Thinking of you all and our deepest sympathy. We were so fortunate to have a wonderful, kind and loving Claire in our lives. She will be missed immensely.
From: Beverly A Johnston
Relation: Friend and volunteering.
Claire was wonderful to work with at the RAPS Thrift Store in Richmond and we missed her at work and at our group get-togethers when she moved to Oliver. She was great fun and a good friend to all. My condolences to her family.
From: Tanya Mackenzie
Relation: Family friend
I will always have fond memories of Claire, such an inspiring and uplifting soul she was. Her warm glow and always welcoming attitude will be missed dearly. Rest in Peace Claire. Lots of love to you and your family always and forever. My deepest condolences to you all.
From: Rhona Scott and Dean Cuillerier
Relation: Claire was my second mum growing up!
Our condolences to the family. She was a lovely lady and I had the privilege of knowing for over 40 years. She will be truly missed.
From: Randy Schisler
Relation: friend(s)
Your Mom was a kind, gracious, thoughtful and generous lady among many other qualities. Lana and I will miss her. Our condolences for your loss, but I am certain she has a smile on her face.
From: Eden Cocker
Relation: I was dating her son Brian Murray for several years.
Sending the Murray family my condolences. Claire was a very special lady and I am so glad that I was able to have her in my life. I loved going to her apartment for her famous rack of lamb dinners. She was an amazing woman.
From: Carla Busnardo
Relation: Friend of the Murray Family
My heart aches for all of you on the loss of your mum. A truly beautiful person with a heart of gold.
From: Sarah Murray
Relation: My Aunt
Remembering with love my beautiful , kind and gentle Aunty Claire . Your kindness is an example to us all . Xx
From: Jane, Sami, Zac and Aaron
Relation: Grand aunt
Claire was a very loving person, I will always keep fond memories of her in Canada and in Ireland. She was a true strong woman ❤️ Full of wit and laughter. May she rest in peace, thinking of the whole family ❤️
Service Schedule
Funeral Mass
Date & Time:
June 10, 2022
Beginning at 11:30am
Location:
Christ the King Catholic Church
6044 Spartan Street
Oliver, BC Canada
A funeral mass will be held at 11:30 am, Friday June 10th, 2022 at Christ the King Catholic Church, Oliver, BC followed by a reception in the church lower hall.
A live stream of the service may be viewed at: https://nunes-pottinger.com/obituary/mary-claire-murray/ by clicking the live service button.
6044 Spartan Street
Oliver, BC Canada
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