ALBANY – James W. “Jim” Murray, 79 passed away at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center on Monday May 12, 2014 after a brief illness. Born in Troy, he was the son of the late Edward and Margaret Murray. He was a graduate of La Salle Institute. Jim was a proud veteran of the U. S. Army during the Korean War where he was stationed in Germany. After completing his military service he attended Siena College and went to work for the New York State Department of Tax & Finance. Jim then started his long career at IBM Corporation where he worked until his retirement. In his retirement he enjoyed travel, reading, following New York sports teams, spending time with his family, participating in the VA Adult Day Health program and celebrating his Irish heritage which included trips to Ireland and the University of Notre Dame. Known to his grandchildren as “Poppy”, his greatest pride and joy came from celebrating their success and bragging about them to anyone who would listen. Jim is survived by his three sons Rick (Deb), Dan and Jimmy (Madison), his grandchildren Joshua, Jessica and Kiersten, his daughter-in-law Edie, as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews and his dear friends Larry and Sandy Dingee. Besides his parents, he is predeceased by his grandson Eric, his brother Edward and sisters Eileen, Marguerite and Mary. Jim’s sons would like to express their gratitude to the amazing doctors, nurses and caregivers at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center, Troy Adult Home, Evergreen Commons and Manor at Guilderland Center nursing homes who provided their father with such wonderful care. A very special thank you to Jim’s niece Tracy Murray who spent countless hours visiting, listening to his stories and helping him perfect his “Bond, James Bond” impersonation. The man in the Irish cap is gone however he will never be forgotten. Funeral services with Military Honors will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Albany Stratton VA Medical Center, 113 Holland Ave., Albany, NY 12208. To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Tana Zinnanti Miller
May 13, 2014 at 8:43 amRick, Dan and Jim,
I’m so sorry about the loss of dad.
Seems like life is flying by and there is just no stopping it. Please know I’m thinking and praying for you guys today and will continue. I love you ……I consider you my far away brothers. So many crazy memories of our Kaine Dr. Days. Tana
Keith LaJoy
May 13, 2014 at 2:58 pmRick, Danny and Jimmy I’m so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a Great Man.. I have a lot of memories of your dad and the clearest ones I have are from up at Woodstock camp.. My Dad, Mom an Mr. Murray use to have dinner almost every night up there and then watch Jeopardy. Between the 3 of them they hardly ever missed any answers. He was super smart and would usually teach me something from history or what ever area the topic was. He will be missed dearly.. RIP Mr. Murray. Love Keith@ Shannon
Sean Casey and Jaime Sutherland
May 13, 2014 at 3:45 pmDan and Family,
Jaime and I wish to extend our condolences and heart felt prayers to you and your family.
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Patti & Douglas
May 14, 2014 at 5:11 amDan & family:
We are very sorry for your loss. It’s never easy to lose someone you love. Keep remembering those good memories that you have.
Anne Marie & Richard Aussicker
May 14, 2014 at 6:21 amDan and family
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. Your memories will always be with you.
Tia Watson
May 14, 2014 at 11:58 amJimmy, So sorry to hear about your father. Please give my condolences to your brothers and family. My your father have peace. He was a good man. Always had a smile every time I saw him. May he rest in peace. May you Jim find the comfort you need with your loved ones. All my love, Tia
Chris Hayes
May 14, 2014 at 2:29 pmDan,
Sorry to hear about your dad. I’m here for you since my dad’s passing was tough on me. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Chris
Melisa Feinour
May 14, 2014 at 2:43 pmDan and Family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Veronica Dayter
May 14, 2014 at 4:39 pmSorry to hear about the passing of your father. It’s hard losing a love one. A Heart ache is a pain in which no one can heal but memories are our keepsakes in which no one can steal! You will keep memories alive forever. God bless all of you!
Veronica Dayter
Jennifer Murray, Merril-Lee & Joe Lenegar
May 14, 2014 at 6:10 pmRick, Jim and Dan
Our hearts go out to you at this time. May you be comforted by the love of family and friends, and know that they are there for you.
Jason Johnson
May 15, 2014 at 8:28 amDan,
Sorry to hear the news. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Dan Leto
May 15, 2014 at 3:28 pmRick, Jim and Dan. I am so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. May God bless you all and may he rest in peace.
Jeff Helser
May 15, 2014 at 11:35 pmGood- bye Uncle Jimmy . It was always a pleasure ! Glad we visited you last year when in town. Will remember forever the time we first met riding horses in Colorado .
Barbara Salisbury-Larochelle
May 16, 2014 at 4:53 pmDear Rick,Dan and Jim I am so sorry to hear of the loss of you Dad. My thoughts and prayer’s are with you all at this sad time, my deepest sympathy to your families , love Barb
John &Shirley &Joseph Murdick
May 19, 2014 at 4:26 pmDear Rick,Dan &Jim It is with deep sadness to here of your fathers passing,our condolences and prayers are with you guys in your time of need.
John Cardazzi
May 20, 2014 at 3:03 pmTo the family of James Murray,
My condolences on Jim’s death. I worked with Jim at IBM, and he was a friendly man always.
Sincerely,
Lori Richardson
May 20, 2014 at 11:10 pmTo Jimmy’s Family,
My sincere sympathy to each of you. As Secretary in IBM’s Field Engineering Division, I had the privilege of working with your Dad. I also used to run the children’s Christmas parties every year, so probably I knew each of you when you were growing up.
Your Dad was ALWAYS one of the nicest and kindest people to work with at IBM. He had that great smile and twinkle in his eye that had everyone wondering what he was up to !! And he was such a gentleman . . . always looked like he just stepped out of Gentleman’s Quarterly. No matter how busy we were, Jimmy always brightened the day with his cheerful attitude and stories. He really was such a great guy.
Your video tribute to him is beautiful. He looks so proud of each of you and his grandchildren.
May God rest his soul. Again, my sincere sympathy,
Lori