Joan Rita Murray

JOAN R. MURRAY
1933 – 2012
CHICOPEE – Joan R. (Jubinville) Murray, 78, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years Walter Murray, Sr in 2007. She was born in Holyoke a daughter of the late Eugene Jr. and Rita (Choiniere) Jubinville. She attended schools in Holyoke, Canada and later graduated from Chicopee High School. Joan retired from Admiral D.W.’s Restaurant in Chicopee as a hostess and manager. She enjoyed all the many happy times and places and people throughout her life. She was a mother, grandmother, great grandmother and mentor. She lived in a loving, kind, generous way and was an example for all to follow. She cherished and enjoyed her family and friends and was thankful for the many blessings in her life. She leaves her three loving children, Walter W. Murray III of South Hadley; Pamela Couture and her husband Mike of Chicopee; Cynthia Wesolowski of Chicopee; her grandchildren who brought her Love, Joy, Happiness and Peace within; two grandchildren, Brad Couture and his wife Heidi of Belchertown; Rachel Beaulieu and her husband Eric of Chicopee; her three adored great grandchildren, Noah, Wylan and “Baby” Natalie. A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 4 PM in St. Rose de Lima Church, 600 Grattan St., Chicopee, MA 01020. There are no calling hours. Please visit www.brunellefuneralhome.com to share stories, pictures, receive directions and view Joan’s personal webpage.