It is with profound sadness that we announce the death
of Reginald (Reggie) Ivan Murray, of Elmsdale, age 77
years. He passed away peacefully in the Palliative Care Unit
of Western Hospital on March 20, 2024, the first day of spring. He
passed surrounded by his loving family, by whom he will be greatly
missed. Reggie was born in Summerside, P.E.I., on January 16,
1947.
He was
predeceased by his father, William Murray, mother, Hannah (Costain)
Murray, brother, William (Billy) Murray, and his sister, Evelyn
(Murray) Ellands.
He is survived by his loving wife Claudette Ann (Wood)
Murray, his cherished sons Andrew Costain (Tracie), of Bonanza,
Alberta, and Calvin Murray (Emma), of Elmsdale, PEI. He is also
survived by his beloved grandchildren, Seth Blanchard, Hannah
Blanchard, Mikyla Christenson, Kalia Christenson, and Sylas
Christenson. As well, his nephews, George Ellands, James Ellands, and
his mother-in-law, Annie Wood.
Reggie will be remembered for his perseverance, strong
will, and loving way. He always ensured the absolute best for his
family. Reggie was a brilliant father who always went above and beyond
for his sons, and continued with the same spirit for his
grandchildren.
Reggie worked as a mechanic for over 40 years, and was
very proud and passionate of his work. He faced incredible challenges
throughout his life, but always came out of them a stronger, better
person. Having been a polio survivor, which left him paralyzed, he was
always determined not to let his disability affect what he could and
could not do.
It would be a common sight on a sunny day to see Reggie
driving his Nissan pickup around up west. If he had free time, you
could bet he was spending it with family, cherishing every moment.
Reggie will be remembered as an inspiration to many. He will be dearly
missed by all who knew him.
Resting at the
Rooney Funeral Home and Chapel, Alberton. Visiting hours Satrurday
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Sunday afternoon from the E. Gerald Rooney
Memorial Chapel, at 4:00 p.m., Rev. Dennis Hubert officiating.
Interment later to take place in the Elmsdale United Church
Cemetery.
As an
expression of sympathy memorials to the Western Hospital Equipment
Fund would be gratefully appreciated.
www.rooneyfh.ca