
THORBURNE – Murray Clark, 86, of Charleston, Queens County, formerly of Liverpool, passed away peacefully in South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater on August 28, 2022 with his loving family by his side.
Born in Liverpool, Murray was son of the late Gilbert and Grace (Foster) Thorburne.
Dad , as a young man, delivered telegraphs in and around Liverpool. Later, he enlisted, along with his brother David, doing a short stint in the reserves. After that, Dad worked in various woods camps around the province. He then went to work at Nickerson Brothers Fisheries in Port Mouton. Dad left there and went to work at C.W. MacLeod’s Fisheries where he became foreman, a position he held for over 30 years. Dad often spoke of never having made an enemy in all his years in that role. Dad was also a spare bartender and doorman at the Mersey Branch #38, Royal Canadian Legion in Liverpool working alongside the love of his life, Ruth. They did everything together! Dad enjoyed hunting, bowling, shooting pool, tinkering with cars, WWE wrestling, camping, raising a “few” farm animals, family gatherings, drives and a good nap!.
We all laugh about our car drives. We never knew where we were going or when we would be coming home. If it got late, Dad would pull over somewhere and rest for awhile. We woke up in some pretty strange places at times,! Driving down the road, all of us singing gospel and old country music at the top of our lungs; Dad being the loudest! Mom was Dad’s everything. Whatever Mom wanted, if he could make it happen for her, Dad did it. It was always good to have Mom in your corner ‘cause that meant you had Dad, too!
Dad had a love of animals, especially his three legged pooch, Susie. She went everywhere with him and will go with him on this final journey. Dad was really a quiet man; words were rarely needed. One knew by the expressions on his face whether he was happy or not.
Dad was always happiest to see the grandchildren and great grandchildren. It always put a smile on his face. Dad loved us all and was proud of each one of us. We love and miss you, Dad.
Surviving are the love of his life and wife of 65 years Ruth (Colp); his children Mary Emily of Liverpool; Michael (Marilyn) of Beech Hill; Lillian Thorburne (James Williams) of Carter’s Beach; Inez (Donald) Shupe of Charleston; Cynthia (Clinton Fisher) of Hunts Point; Wanda Himmelman (Peter Howard) of Sandy Cove; Andrew (Christina) of LaBelle and Cheryl of Liverpool, Grandchildren Adrienne “Sook” (Rory); Justin (Lisa); Ronnie, Colin (Kim), Kyle (Kayla), Megan, Christopher (Tiffany), Jacob, Kaitlin (Braden), Ryan, Michael, Leah, Austin, Dennis (Candace) and Jessi. Great grandchildren Bjorn, Nola, Oliver, Sawyer, Sophie, Haelyn, Dominic, Paige and Payton. His sister Mary Whynot of Liverpool and his brother David (Norma) of London, ON.
Besides his parents, Dad was predeceased by is daughter Angela Ruth; grandson Matthew Allen; Sisters Frances and Barbara and Doris Whynot. His brothers Harry, Douglas, Mark, Claude, Vincent, Charles and Gerald.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool, NS. A graveside memorial service will be held Monday, October 17th, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. in Peaceful Hill Cemetery, Port Mouton, NS. No flowers by request, donations may be made to S.HA.I.D. Animal Shelter. Note anyone attending Murray’s service is asked to please wear a mask, and respect social distancing. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Frank and Jane Croft
So sorry to hear of Murray’s passing. Remembering our camping days at Hibernia. Lots of good times. Sending our Deepest Condolences to you Ruth and your family. May He Rest In Peace ❤️
Sandra Parnell
I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Murray. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Ruth and the entire family.
David Thorburne
So long brother. Its been a long journey. Memories will be a reminder of our earlier years when we were known as Dave/Murray. David.
Barbara Morris
To one of the best Uncles God ever made.
I like to think when my life is done, wherever heaven may be that you will standing at the door up there to welcome me. I love you and miss you.
I will always cherish my memories of you.
Till we meet again.
My sincere heartfelt condolences to Aunt Ruth and your family.
Donna and Gary Allison
Sending our sincere condolences to all of Murray’s family. So very sorry for your loss.
Judy Hyson
I’m so so sorry to read of Murray’s passing! He was a good man and will be missed! May he RIP! My condolences to his family!
Billand Anna Cox
Ruth and family
Sorry to read of Murray’s passing. We send our condolences on Murray’s passing.
Timothy and Colleen Roy
Sending Condolences to Murray’s family . You have wonderful memories of him to cherish . Enjoy gathering together to remember all the great times you had as a family.
Eleanor Lloyd-West
I remember Murray from many years ago, when he was “wooing” Ruth. Ruth lived next door along with her many siblings.
Her mom Lilian was a wonderful person. My son took over the family home loved her and he and Murray liked each
other BUT had different opinions and would argue (good fun ways) over some of the stupidest things, end up laughing. God be with you Murray, you were always a good person. To the family, remember the good and I know the funny times.
Ruth, love you, you were always there for me. I will never forget the years. Just to hopefully give you a bit of peace my son has the my homestead and oldest grandson (21) wants to keep it in the family. He didn’t know you’re mom’s house was for sale… he would have bought it. He’s hoping the people who have it now will sell it. God Bless you Ruth … you were a great babysitter. God be with you all. Feel I must tell you, Vaughn is in the Manor now when I told him Murray had passed he actually cried. They gave him calm down meds.
Joyce Parks
To Murray’s family. Was so sad to hear your sweet dad had passed away. Met Murray through Home Support, I always enjoyed our visits and talks. May God be with you all at this sad time. RIP Murray.
David and Janet Spicer
Our deepest condolences to all of Murray’s family He was a kind and gentle soul, my heart aches for all his kids and of course Ruth. RIP. Hugs to all of you. ❤️
Donnie Inness
My Sincere condolence to the Thorburne Family.In the old days when Gerry and Fallie’s pool room was the nightly entertainment Murray was quite the pool shark.The odd time he missed he would fluke it.
irving and Jeanette Whynot
He will be missed . Lived just up the road from him when we were kids
Robert, Charlotte and Peggy Kelley
Ruth and family. Please accept our sincere condolences. May your wonderful memories help you through the difficult days ahead.
Dawn Hanley
So sorry to hear about Murray’s passing. He was a sweet man who told me so many stories. I’ll always remember him. Hugs to you all. ❤
Tim McDonald
Dear Ruth and family
So sorry to hear of Murray’s passing. We had a lot of great times at the Liverpool bowling alley back in the 1980s and 90s. I treasure those memories. Thinking of Murray’s entire family and I’m sending a big hug to Ruth.
Brenda and Ira Huskins
Condolences to the family of Murray, such a large family, you will all miss him for sure.
Elaine and Junior Williams
To Murray’s family
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Laurie Lethbridge
It’s with a heavy heart that I hear about Murray. Had some great times on the ladder at Bud’s, will miss you cuz the world is a sadder place.
Donna Sampson-Dowling
I’m so sorry for your loss, sending prayers to you all
Cindy& Buckey Mooers
We were sad to read of Murray’s passing. He was a very nice man. Thinking of you all.
Susan oickle
Ruth and family sorry for your loss. Murray was such a happy go lucky man.
David & Judy Whynott of mersey point
To all of Murry’s family I am so sorry to hear of your loss.i have known murry all my life was in reserve when he was and knew him from the time I was old enough to be around the older guys.Murry was a great guy in all aspects he could sound like a rough guy but once he knew he got the best of you he would laugh his head off. Ruth he always put you first, he would say let’s see what Ruth says.i always like Murry, we had a laugh every time we met.Judy and I send our deepest regrets for your loss. Murry is a guy you will never forget if you knew him.Bless you all at this sad time.
Walter Miller
My condolences to all the family,,I’m sure you all have many memories to cherish. RIP — Murray
Gary thorburne
To Michael,Andy,Cynthia,Inez,iliian,Wanda,Emily and Cheryl sorry to of uncle Murray passing he will be missed reminded me of dad Rip uncle Murry love you
Willis & Corina Huphman
To Ruth and Family…so sorry to hear the passing of Murray…Willis spoke highly of him as a boss…sending heartfelt condolences to you all…R.I.P. Murry
Jane Warner and William Roy
Ruth and Family, so very sorry to hear about Murray’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Anne Hupman
So sorry for your loss. Sending my condolences.
Richard, Tonya and Jordan
So very sorry for your loss.. thinking of all of you during this very difficult time.
Ron and June (Burgess) Smith
Our sincerest condolences to all of Murray’s family. I was saddened to hear this sad news. I remember him well from years ago when he came to mom’s store…nice man. Hugs to all of you.
West Queens Medical First Responders
Deep condolences to you, Ruth, and the whole family.
Doug and Sylvia Zwicker, Brian and Kim Mansfield
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Louis J Landry, CD
To the family of Murray Clark THORBURNE.
On behalf of the Mersey Branch 38, Royal Canadian Legion, I would like to extend our condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss. He was a Veteran and past member of the Royal Canadian Legion and we will be lowering the National/Provincial flag at the Branch leading up to Sunset on the day of his celebration of life.
Quoting from the poem for “The Fallen” by Laurence Bunyan, “At the going down and in the morning, we will remember them”
In closing, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Louis J. Landry, CD
President
Mersey Branch 38
Royal Canadian Legion
Sherry Thorburn Irvine
Sorry to hear of the loss of your father/cornerstone member of your family.
Raymond & Elaine Kempton
Inez, sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Our condolences to you & your family at this sad time.
Raymond &Elaine Kempton
Bruce Theriau
To the Thorburne Family
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you in these difficult times.
Clarence Colp
So sorry to hear of Murray’s passing. I remember him when I knew him as a kid.
Sending my condolences to his family.
Virginia Whynot
Thorburne family.
My sincere condolences to you all.
robert huskins
sorry to hear of murrys passing, he was a good friend
robert and jean huskins
Murray Kirkpatrick
My condolences to Murray’s family. I remember Murray from the 50’s and 60’s when he’ visited my grandparents in Milton. His mom, Grace, worked for my grandparents for 30 + years. He’d help out on occasion when something needed doing. Always a nice guy. Sorry for your loss.
Bruce and Sylvia Fancy
My dear Ruth
How does one say so much in words about a guy like Murray. One can’t. We remember him as a great neighbor and friend when we lived in Port Mouton and when Bruce worked with him at McLeod’s Fishery. Over time things change, but Murray’s attitude and personality remained undaunted. To you and his children and other family Bruce and I want to offer our condolences at this very difficult time. Hold Murray in your hearts with your memories and he will always be with you. RIP our dear friend.
Carol & Terry Whynott
Our condolences to Murray’s family
DICK COLE
TAKE CARE CINDY AND CHERYL.
Nina & Doug
Cindy, we were very sorry to see that your father has passed away. Sincere condolences to you & your family.
Val Conrad
Emily, Lill & family – I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. From reading his obituary it is clear that he was a great Dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs
Leo Westhaver
To Marilyn/ Michael and all of Murray’s family. My sincere condolences to you all
Leo Westhaver
Orris and Carol Anne
So sorry Ruth and family for your loss.Orris thought the world of Murray when he worked at Bud’s and always remained friends.Ourthoughts an prayers are with you all .
Marisa Eisner
Wanda, Lillian and all family,
My sincere sympathy to all of you. It is easy to tell how much you all loved your dad. You are in my thoughts.
Marilyn Whynot
To Ruth and families sending my condolences on your loss . My thoughts are with you all that this difficult time . RIP Murray’
Jordan and Bella Oickle
To Ruth, and the rest of Murray’s family
So sorry to hear of Murry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. R.I.P. Murray
Marsha & Mike Ringer
Our deepest condolences to Murray’s loved ones.
Heather Simms
To Mike and all your family, so very sorry to see your dad has passed. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dennis & Sherri Harrington
Sending sincere condolences to all the family, take care❤️
Philip& Holly Smith
To the Thorburne Family,
Please accept our condolences as you bid your husband and Dad
farewell. Though we didn’t know him, he certainly helped raise a nice family along with his dear wife. Thinking of you all as you join together to reflect on a life well lived.
David Whynot
RIP Murray Condolences to all the family
Edith Mayo robart
To Inez, Donnie and the rest of Murrays family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Edith and Fran
Wilma andTom Shupe
Inez,Donnie,Ruth and family.We are so sorry for your loss.Let your precious memories carry you through this difficult time.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Craig Stuart/Maria Labour
Our heartfelt condolences to all of Murray’s wonderful family. Take care <3
Joanne McLeod
My sincere condolences to Ruth, Emily and all Murray’s family. Murray was a longtime and greatly valued employee of C.W. McLeod Fisheries. He was a hard worker and I dare say things ran smoothly in large part due to his direction as foreman. I believe Murray was the last surviving member of McLeod Fisheries’ management and I feel his passing marks the end of an era. My thoughts are with you all and I hope you can find solace in the warm memories you have of your life together with Murray.
Judy Mae Zwicker
Dear Inez Donnie Ruth and all the Family
So very sorry for your great loss
Sending prayers and hugs
Judy Mae Zwiccker
Ricky and Mariann Broome
Our sincere sympathy to all of Murray’s family.
Nancy Wamboldt And Family
To Murray’s Family,
We are very sorry to hear this news RIP
Janette Wamboldt
So sorry for your loss RIP Murray
Cheryl Kempf
Aunt Ruth and Family. Sorry to hear of Uncle Murray’s passing. He was a great man and always had a smile for me whenever he saw me.
Kim Masland, MLA
To Murray’s Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.
Linda Moulton
Emily and family, so very sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Keep those memories close to your heart.
Your all in my thoughts ❤
Lynn (Leah) Kempton-Lowe
Dear Mary and family,
I was so sorry to read of Murray’s passing and want you to know that my love and prayers are with you all at this sad time in your lives. Take care and God bless!
Lynn xoxo
Shirley Whynot
I just found this page on Facebook. I wish to offer my condolences to Ruth and your whole family on the passing of Murray. You and Murray were very special to Jerry and I, and enjoyed many visits with you when we went to Liverpool for vacations. I pray that you are doing well after your operation.❤️
Michael Conrad
My heartfelt condolences to Wanda, Inez, Ruth, and all of the family on hearing this news. May your fond and happy memories bring peace and comfort to you all.
Barbara McLeod
So sorry to hear of Murrays passing. He will be missed but always remembered.
Condolences to his family