Death Notices
Death

DRURY, Murray William

L/Cpt. 821135, RNZAC,
A SQN 1 Armed C Regt.
On Wednesday, May 10, 2023; aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband and companion to Janet (deceased) for 63 years, loved and respected father and father-in-law to Suzanne and William Drury-Turnbull, Julie and Wayne Stewart, Helen Wilson, and Alanna and Andy Irving. Cherished Grandad, Poppy, and Grandad Murray to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loyal stalwart of the Merivale Papanui Ruby Club (in the old days) and of the Riccarton Working Mens Club; its billiard and snooker sections, the Sandy Knolls Club, and the Avonhead Fishing Club. A great Kiwi bloke. Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at Essie Summers Hospital Care for their wonderful love and support of Murray. Messages c/- The Drury Family, c/- P.O. Box 177, Cust, North Canterbury 7444. According to Murray’s wishes a private memorial will be held.