McRoberts, Murray Charles
Murray Charles McRoberts
Murray Charles McRoberts, aged 81 years, of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 26th, 2020 surrounded by his family. Murray was born to parents Charles and Emily McRoberts on July 9th, 1938 in Dauphin, Manitoba. He farmed in the Dauphin area for several years where he and his cousin, Gary McRoberts, would race up and down the country roads and ditches just for fun. Murray ventured from the farm and worked in Brandon selling furniture for a few years before moving to Moose Jaw, where he built his business, McKarr’s Home Furnishings. He married Erna (Rausch), who survives him, on September 30th, 1960. They were inseparable to the end. They worked together and they played together. Together they built a wonderful family, a large circle of friends and a good business which is still in the family. Murray is also survived by his loving sister, Shirley Ratz of Brandon, Manitoba and her children, Larry and wife Joan of Rivers, Manitoba and Janice and partner Davin of Brandon, Manitoba; his forever loving children, Pam Butler and her husband Jay; son, Todd McRoberts, as well as eight grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, all of Moose Jaw. Murray was predeceased by his parents Charles and Emily; and great-grandson, Thomas Connatty. Murray loved people. His business and hobbies always surrounded Murray with people. Whether he was selling a sofa or setting up the trailer at a new campsite, Murray was always making new friends. He will be missed by his numerous camping friends and business associates. Spending time around the campfire with Erna and kids was Murray’s happy place, flipping burgers, roasting hot dogs on a stick and toasting marshmallows. He wouldn’t let you leave. Cold? Here’s a jacket. Tired? Here’s a sleeping bag. Thirsty? Well, let’s have one more! The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Extendicare and the nurses at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital for their caregiving during the time Murray spent with them. A Celebration of Murray’s Life will be hosted by the family on Friday, January 31st, 2020. Come and go any time from 2-5 p.m. at the Grant Hall Hotel, 401 Main St N, Moose Jaw, SK. The family insists that people make donations in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Unit 26 – 1738 Quebec Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9, in lieu of sending flowers. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Todd Sjoberg, Funeral Director 306-693-4550.
To Murray’s family
Sorry to hear the news … the pain will gradually diminish as memories become more important ..
Erna and Family
I am so very sorry for your loss.Murray was always so very kind and welcoming to everyone. He was just a wonderful man who was so proud of his family.All of the special memories that you have shared with him will be his greatest gift to you.
This is such a sad time for you Erna and I am sorry for the hurt you feel.
God Bless all of your family
most sincerely Glenda
Keep your fond memories close during this difficult time
To Murray’s family
The pain of death will gradually be replaced with good health and memories
Erna, Pam, Todd and family
So sorry to hear that Murray has passed away he was a very nice man and always willing to take time to visit! Take care
Corey & Karen Mantell & family
My fondest memories of Murray are from the YMCA where he joyfully presided over many a great discussion in the steam room or we shared a joke and a laugh in the change room. For quite a few years he was an avid racquetball player and we enjoyed many games down in the basement courts. His obituary is wonderfully written as it so accurately describes Murray’s enthusiasm for meeting new people and making new friends. Our most sincere condolences to his entire family.
Thoughts and prayers with all of you at this time of sorrow. Remember the good times and Murray will always be with you. Murray was a people person and always wanted to talk and see how everything was going in your life. He will be missed.
Erna, Pam, Todd and family; We were so sorry to hear of Murray’s passing. He was always a happy guy who loved to visit and see people. He will be missed.
We will be unable to attend his memorial as we are out of town. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Olga and I like to express our sincere sympathy to ERNA and her family. Please consider the hope mentioned in the Bible at 1Corinthian 15: 21 – 26.
Our thoughts are with you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Dear Erna and family,
We only got to know you and Murray briefly when Murray was at Providence Place. We would like to express our sympathy on his passing.
Erna my thoughts and prayers are with you all I always enjoyed chatting with you both and working with Murray over the years, he will be missed.
Wanda Hallborg
Our sincere condolences to Erna, Pam. Todd and families. Murray was a happy man who loved people. He was our good Friend and we will miss him and remember him always
Frank and Johnna Abdou (San Blas, Mexico)
Robin and Gwen Rees.
Murray was one of the good ones, whether selling you a coach, pouring you a rum or teaching you how to play bum-darts (Jamaica 1991).
Love to the family.
Erna, Todd, Pam and families,,
Our most sincerest condolences. Cherish the great memories. We always enjoyed our visits with Murray.
Sincerely,
Lloyd and Sandi Luhning
Sincere condolences to Erna and the McRoberts families! Murray was a good, kind man with a great sense of humour. he was a pleasure to know!!!