Edward J. Murray (Ed), 93 of Mahtomedi, MN, passed away peacefully on January 30.
Preceded in death by parents, Charles and Stella Murray, sister Annamae (Anthony) Francisco, brothers Robert Murray and James (Mary) Murray. Survived by wife of 69 years, Mary (Francisco) Murray, son, Michael Murray (Sue), Patti Adams (David), brother Charles (Rose) Murray and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.
Ed was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many. He was born in Duluth, Minnesota to Charles and Stella Murray on April 29, 1924. He attended Proctor High School and went on to earn a degree in chemical engineering from the University of Minnesota. He served in the U.S. Navy as an electrician in WWII. He worked as an chemical engineer for 3M for 30 years. He enjoyed golf, fishing, gardening, family gatherings and daily walks with Mary. He was involved in serving the Mahtomedi community and St. Jude of the Lake parish for over 35 years.
Funeral service will be held at St. Jude of the Lake Catholic Church, 700 Mahtomedi Avenue, Mahtomedi, MN 55115 on Friday, February 3, 2017 at 3:00 pm with visitation at 2:00 pm with Father Cory Rohlfing officiating. Private interment.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made, by mail or online, to St. Jude of the Lake Catholic School, 600 Mahtomedi Avenue, Mahtomedi, MN 55115 and Optage Hospice, 2845 Hamline Avenue North, Roseville, MN 55113. The family wishes to extend their sincere gratitude to the aides and staff at St. Andrew Village for their care and support.