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Terry Joe Murray

September 17, 1945 ~ August 24, 2023 (age 77) 77 Years Old
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Obituary

Terry Joe Murray, age 77, of Cicero, Indiana passed away Auguat 24, 2023 at his home.  He was born September 17, 1945 at Noblesville, Indiana to Loyd Harlan and Margaret Louise (Mosbaugh) Murray.

He grew up in the White River Township area and attended Walnut Grove school graduating with the Class of 1963.  Terry then furthered his education earning a BA degree from Anderson College followed by a MA degree at Ball State University.  Both were related to public education.

Terry was a talented athlete who loved sports.  His greatest memories include playing baseball for Carl Erskine while attending Anderson College.  Aside from his love of baseball he was passionate about giving back and was a participating member of the Alumni Donators to Anderson University Athletics.  He also supported Native American schools.

His life's work involved teaching English and administration.  He first taught and coached at Pendleton High School, then taught English at Greenfield High School, and lastly was in administration at Hamilton Heights High School at Arcadia, Indiana.

After he completed his education he married his high school sweetheart, Marsha Kay (McDonald) Murray on July 16, 1967.  She preceded him in death January 20, 2015.  In addition to his wife he was preceded in death by his parents, Loyd and Margaret (Mosbaugh) Murray.

Surviving him is a son: Christopher (Dena) Murray of Indianapolis, IN, grandchildren: Alea Boor and Alex Murray, and great-grandson: Timothy Boor.

Graveside rites will be held Monday, August 28, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. at Arcadia Cemetery with Pastor Mark Knapp officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.  Hartley Funeral Homes Cicero Chapel is entrusted by Mr. Murray's arrangements and where you may send condolences at http://www.hartleyfuneralhomes.com.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

 

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Services

Graveside Service
Monday
August 28, 2023

2:00 PM
Arcadia Cemetery @ Arcadia Church of the Brethren
8989 E 266th St
Arcadia, IN 46030

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American Heart Association
P.O. Box 840692, Dallas TX 75284-0692
Tel: 1-800-242-8721
Web: https://www.heart.org/

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