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James Nelson Murray

July 10, 1927 — September 19, 2017

Rev. James “Jim” Nelson Murray of Pharr Mill Road, passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at his home.

A memorial service will be 2 PM Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Rocky River Presbyterian Church officiated by Rev. Dr. Neal Carter. The family will receive friends following the service in the church fellowship hall.

Jim was born July 10, 1927 in Tampa, FL to the late Charles N. Murray and Mary Pledger Murray. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 62 years Louise, and daughter Allison Vaughan Murray. Jim was in the Army during WWII, and later served many churches in North Carolina and Missouri, including Rocky River Presbyterian Church where he was a minister for 15 years. In addition, he served as interim and associate pastor in NC after he retired.

Jim is survived by sons, Alan Murray and David Murray and his wife Linda; grandchildren, Rebecca and Jacob Murray and his wife Christa; great grandchildren, Arianna, Cameron, and Isabella.

Memorials made be made to Rocky River Presbyterian Church, 7940 Rocky River Rd., Concord, NC 28025 or the Humane Society of Concord and Greater Cabarrus County, 2010 Wilshire Court SW, Concord, NC 28025.
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Saturday, September 23, 2017

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7940 Rocky River Road, Concord, NC 28025

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