Obituary of Michael Murray

Michael W Murray 7/9/1935-2/1/2019 Michael W. Murray was born in Iowa to Frank and Myrna Murray. Son of a farmer Michael grew up with a powerful work ethic and an equally intense drive to serve others. He went to St. Johns University in Minnesota and upon graduation in 1957 entered the United States Marine Corps. After 2 years active duty as an officer he transferred to the Marine Reserves to enable himself to enroll in the University of Arizona College of Law. At the U of A, he made many friends and while at the Newman Center met Dorothy Banegas who became his wife on April 24, 1971. With a new wife and a budding career as an attorney Michael began his life in Tucson. In October 1972 they had a son Michael J. Murray. Michael served his community as a highly respected probate lawyer for 50 years with offices in downtown Tucson and in Green Valley. He was loved by his friends and colleagues and the soldiers under his command in Tucson. A devout Catholic, Michael served the Church and the dioceses and made an impact in many peoples lives. A member of Employers for the National Guard and Reserve he continued serving those who served their country even after his retirement from the Marines at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Michael was a man everyone could count on and was always available to his clients, friends, and fellow Marines. His family is proud of all his achievements and his infectious laugh and boisterous personality will be missed by all. Michael is survived by his son Michael J Murray, daughter in law Wendy, brothers Patrick, Larry, and Mark Murray. A viewing will be held at Angel Valley Funeral Home in Tucson on Friday 2/15/19 from 3 to 5pm. Funeral mass will be a Sacred Heart Church in Tucson on Saturday 2/16/19 at 10am. Burial ceremony with honors will be at Holy Hope Cemetery in Tucson at 11:30am on Saturday 2/16/19.