Murdock Furey, Reserve Mines

Murdock Furey, Reserve Mines

1951 - 2020

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Obituary of Murdock Furey, Reserve Mines

It is with heavy hearts and tremendous sadness, that we the family announce the passing of Murdock Joseph Furey at the age of 68 at his residence on Tuesday, January 21st, 2020. He was the son of the late Ben and Mary Furey. Murdock was born and raised in Glace Bay. He worked as a fisherman in his early years and then worked for Rita’s Tea Room. He moved on from there and worked with home care in Halifax where he eventually retired. Murdock had a passion for sports and adored friendships. There was nothing Murdock liked better than an interesting conversation with a good friend. Murdock could have an engaging conversation with anyone. He was a member of the Reserve Mines Seniors and Pensioners Hall and enjoyed his Sunday night darts. He will be forever remembered by his beloved wife of 33 years, Mary Furey (Bird); sons, Frank (Kim) and Fritz (Melanie) Scott; grandchildren, Zachery MacLean, Kaitlin and Dylan Scott, and Tyler and Dawson Scott; brother; Benny (Heather) Furey; sisters, Noelle MacDonald and Pamela (Dave) Lomas as well as close family and friends. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his brother, Jimmy (Sandra) Furey and sisters, Darlene(Mike)LeBlanc and Joan (John)MacDonald. In following Murdock’s wishes cremation has taken place. Visitation is Saturday, January 25th from noon until the time of the funeral service at 2 p.m., all in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Chapel & Reception Centre, 16 Reserve Street, Glace Bay. Deacon Leo Penny presiding. A reception will follow from 3 pm to 5 pm at the Pensioners Club in Reserve Mines. Donations in Murdock’s memory can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of choice. On line condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca
A Memorial Tree was planted for Murdock
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at V.J McGillivray Funeral Homes - Glace Bay Location