Gordon Alexander Murray

1928 – 2024

Passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at the age of 96.

Beloved husband of over 60 years to the late Jean, who passed away in August 2020. Cherished father of David (late Donna), Jay (Lori), and Tracy. Devoted grandpa to Christopher (Christine), Jeff (Kirstin), Mike (Amelia), Terrence, Kirean, Hailie, and Ceilidh. Great-grandpa to Meghan, Madelyn, Hilary, Jillian, Preston, Jesse, and Wynter. Loving brother to Joyce Bennet and Crandell (Caroline) Murray. Brother-in-law to Joyce Murray, Barb (Gerry) Saunders, and Betty Geisel.

Predeceased by his parents Alex and Alvina; his son Dale (1977); daughter-in-law Donna (2022); sister Marjorie and her husband Clayton Roth; brother Don and his wife Betty; brother Ray; and brothers-in-law Jack Bennet and Don Geisel. Gordon will also forever remain in the hearts of many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Gordon worked for many years in the family business, Waterloo Produce, before moving to his second career at Seagrams Distillery. He was a dedicated volunteer coach for 36 years in baseball, hockey, and bowling. Gordon was recognized with the Waterloo Minor Sports Award in 1967 and 1984 and for his long-term service to youth in minor baseball in 1998. He was proud of the players he coached and inspired to become volunteers themselves.

A visitation will be held at Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S, Waterloo, on Friday, January 3, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The service will take place in the funeral home’s chapel on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 1:00 PM, with a reception to follow. Private interment will take place at Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Condolences for the family and donations to the Canadian Cancer Society are appreciated and can be arranged through the funeral home at 519-745-8445 or www.erbgood.com.