1944
Lauren
2023
Lauren James Murray
June 9, 1944 — June 1, 2023
Lauren James Murray, 78, beloved husband of Suzanne M. (Downs) Murray, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home with his loving wife on Thursday, June 1, 2023.
Born in Worcester and raised in Sterling, he was a son of the late Elmer and Neverlie (Somers) Murray.
Jim was a lifelong resident of Sterling and a graduate of Leominster High School. Jim went on to enjoy a long career as the owner and operator of L.J. Distributors and was affectionately known as “The Breadman”.
He was a man of many hats working on the farm, repairing tractors and always helping others. He never said no! Over the years he rescued several animals. A man with a heart of gold is an understatement!
He will be truly missed and remembered by his wife of 20 years, Suzanne; his son, Richard Murray of Lunenburg; stepson, James Downs of Tewksbury; stepdaughter, Amy Goucher of Pelham NH; three brothers, Donlin Murray of Sterling, Jodre Murray of Leominster and Verne Murray of Sterling; and several nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Cheryl Murray.
Relatives and friends are invited to gather with the family from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7 at the Miles-Sterling Funeral & Tribute Center, 100 Worcester Road, Sterling.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Sterling Animal Shelter, sterlingshelter.org.
To share a memory or offer an online condolence please visit the "Tribute Wall" on this page.
Born in Worcester and raised in Sterling, he was a son of the late Elmer and Neverlie (Somers) Murray.
Jim was a lifelong resident of Sterling and a graduate of Leominster High School. Jim went on to enjoy a long career as the owner and operator of L.J. Distributors and was affectionately known as “The Breadman”.
He was a man of many hats working on the farm, repairing tractors and always helping others. He never said no! Over the years he rescued several animals. A man with a heart of gold is an understatement!
He will be truly missed and remembered by his wife of 20 years, Suzanne; his son, Richard Murray of Lunenburg; stepson, James Downs of Tewksbury; stepdaughter, Amy Goucher of Pelham NH; three brothers, Donlin Murray of Sterling, Jodre Murray of Leominster and Verne Murray of Sterling; and several nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Cheryl Murray.
Relatives and friends are invited to gather with the family from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7 at the Miles-Sterling Funeral & Tribute Center, 100 Worcester Road, Sterling.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Sterling Animal Shelter, sterlingshelter.org.
To share a memory or offer an online condolence please visit the "Tribute Wall" on this page.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Lauren James Murray, please visit our flower store.
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