"Hey Jim going to AP Anderson Park, It almost your birthday you know. I know and remember how you love that. Miss you Man, your never forgotten my friend"
In loving memory of
James E. Murray
March 3, 2019
James E. Murray, age 53, of Red Wing, died on Sunday, March 3, 2019, at Rochester East Health Services. The celebration of life will be at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, 2019, at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes, 5421 Royal Place NW, Rochester MN, 55901. The visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6, 2019, and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN.
James Edward Murray was born on March 22, 1965, in Rochester, to Robert and Carole (Nichols) Murray. He graduated from Zumbrota - Mazeppa High School in 1985. James moved to Red Wing and lived in Baringer Homes for 20 years. He worked at Pro Act in Red Wing for 25 years, Midwest Importers in Cannon Falls and also Norwood in Red Wing.
James enjoyed traveling to Hawaii, Disney Theme Parks, bowling and playing handheld games. He also enjoyed going to the gym and running laps, watching movies, playing with Hot Wheel cars and was a MN Vikings fan.
Jim found great strength in his faith as he had a near death experience which brought him closer to the Lord.
He is survived by his mother, Carole of Rochester; siblings, Brock Murray of Golden Valley, Robert (Suzanne) Murray of Ft. Belvoir, VA and William Murray of Golden Valley; sister-in-law, Karen Murray of Rochester; nieces and nephews, Travis (Ruby) Murray, Anneliis Murray, Benjamin Murray, Ryan Murray, Sean Murray and Isabell Murray.
James was preceded in death by his father, Robert; paternal and maternal grandparents.
Funeral arrangements are with Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes. To share a special memory please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com
Tributes
"I had the privilege and honor of working with James during his time at Royalty Homes, Inc. What great man who inspired us all! His zest for life and his fun-loving spirit put a smile on our faces! It is with great sadness to hear of his passing. Prayers of healing and comfort to his family. James will be missed very much. "
"So Jimmy is now officially buried at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. His grave is right behind our father's grave. If anyone ever needs to locate the grave, go to the National Gravesite Locator website. This link will direct you to check the graves at Fort Snelling National Cemetery - https://gravelocator.cem.va.gov/index.html?cemetery=N894 Here's the info you have to input and what the site will show you: Nationwide Gravesite Locator » Search Results 1. MURRAY, JAMES EDWARD DATE OF BIRTH: 03/22/1965 DATE OF DEATH: 03/03/2019 BURIED AT: SECTION 9 SITE 1316 Click to view the cemetery map FT. SNELLING NATIONAL CEMETERY 7601 34TH AVENUE, SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55450 (612) 726-1127 ADULT DEPENDENT SON OF MURRAY, ROBERT FRANK TSGT US AIR FORCE We will never forget you Jimmy, and we all look forward to seeing you in Heaven! We love and miss you."
"Hey Jim hope love my speech to you. You never never be forgotten in my friend and brother "
"I know Jim when he worked with him at pro act we had some good time see I walk with a walker and we got back out on the floor and I got to my chair and pulled out my chair Jim is going to missed but not for gotten R.I.P Jim I am really sorry for ur loss Wendy Roberts "
"I worked with Jim for years at Norwood. I looked forward to him walking by every day on his way to breaks, because he?d always stop by and we?d have great chats. I absolutely loved him! My condolences to his family and friends, as this will take great strength to deal with this loss. "
"I worked with Jim through the Aim to Acheive program. He was the nicest and most kind man. I loved when we?d get to chat about life and faith. We will all miss him so much at classes and bowling. So thankful for the time we did have with him. Sending my thoughts and prayers. ?"
"I will miss this very special man! He was the best ?brother? I have had. I can still here him laugh and say Love ya!! Hearing certain music brings back good memories. Thank you God for bringing Jim home so he would be able to eat mana from heaven!"
"I?d like to extend my condolences to Jim?s family/friends and hope they find peace in cherishing his memories. I went to Zumbrota High School with Jim and remember him as a sweet and kind boy. He always had a smile and wore his favorite Star Trek shirt with pride. He will be missed. Sincerely, Debra Kirtz"
"Although it saddens me and my family deeply to see Jim go, we rejoice that he has gone home. We celebrate him for who he was and all he endured. He was a shining light in a world of darkness. He always had faith when there seemed to be no hope. It made our lives better just to know him. He is now in a better place with The Lord. A great warrior has gone home to Heaven!!! God bless my brother, James Murray, and all who knew and loved him!!! Amen."
"Carole and Family, Jim was a close friend, co-worker, and one of the most special people I have ever known. He is missed so much by everyone that knew him. I also want to dedicate three songs to his memory. First song "Man I Feel Like A Woman" by Shania Twain-----his favorite song. Song two and three our songs of "The Flame" by Cheap Trick and "Heaven Is A Place On Earth" by Belinda C. Love and miss you Jim. Teresa M. Evans Red Wing, Minnesota."
"I lived with James for 15 years at Barringers. We are more friends. We are like brothers. We went to movies, went to bowling,We to like walk outside. We even played card games or even video games. Last thing he wanted was his birthday party. He wanted so badly. I going to my best in honor his request during my birthday party. Bowlin or something. Oh man he was great guy. Just good faith in him in his memories "