September 16, 1947 – May 4, 2021
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our dearest James (Jim) Duncan Murray on May 4, 2021 at Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg, MB after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Jim was born and raised in Winnipeg, MB on September 16, 1947 (73 yrs).
Jim will be greatly missed by his loving wife Karen married July 9, 2011, his step-daughter Amanda (Calvin), grandsons Braydon and Tyson, his sister Jeannette (Sam), nephew Travis (Melissa), and great-nephew Connal (the lil’ guy) as well as countless kind-hearted family and friends.
Jim was predeceased by his father David (1981), niece Amber (1981), and his mother Lena (2004)
Jim grew up and had very fond memories of living on Ellen and Loch streets with many lifelong friendships made from his time there.
After his schooling, Jim worked at Sears, Canada Post (11 yrs) and retired from Canada Customs after 28 yrs between the Emerson and Winnipeg locations.
Jim had many interests such as playing hockey in his younger years and watching it all on tv, going to garage sales, car shows, lunch with friends, sharing his stories, travel and was a real connoisseur of french fries from local hot spots such as the Half Moon, Mrs. Mike’s, Red Top Drive-In, Mitzi’s as well as White Top Drive-In to name a few favorites. Jim in recent years took up ice fishing but his greatest recent accomplishment was learning to do home hemodialysis with many thanks and appreciation to staff of the Seven Oaks Dialysis Unit.
Jim was practically famous and loved the saying “you’re only human”
At Jim’s request, there will be no service but a luncheon will be held in honor of his memory at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre.
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So very sad to hear of Jim’s passing. I had the pleasure of knowing Jim and working with him during his service at the Winnipeg International Airport, and afterwards during his time in one of the enforcement units. A nice man and always good to work with. I was just recently sent this photo of Jim from the 80s from a friend in the Winnipeg Police Service, showing Jim at the Airport. My sincere condolances to his family.
I didn’t meet him a lot, but when I did he was always so nice and made me feel welcome! My thoughts are with Karen and the family!
In all the years we have known Jim, the words kind, gentle and friendly always come to mind. You could just see it in his face and smile. We were heartbroken to hear of his illness and eventual passing, especially for Karen. We are honored and blessed to have known Jim, and will treasure the times we had with him and Karen.
Karen, we offer our prayers and love to you in this time of sorrow in your life.
He will be missed very much.
Doug and Juliette
My sincere condolences to you Karen. Jim was one of a kind, a man you couldn’t help love visiting with. He always showed compassion for others in need. I loved hearing his stories and loved the visits with you both. A five minute drop in turned into a couple of hours or so!!!
Jim was a very kind, thoughtful and caring man with a wonderful sense of humour. I will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you Karen.