Chris Murray

Chris-Murray

Dooagh, Achill, Co. Mayo & Birmingham, and originally Kilmurray, Co. Roscommon – peacefully surrounded by his loving family in the excellent care of the medical team at Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar on 14th April 2026.

Pre-deceased by his parents Michael & Nora Murray.

He will be deeply missed by his devoted and loving wife Kathleen; dearest sons Noel (Orla), Eamonn (Terri), Chris (Mary), daughter Catherine (John); cherished grandchildren Anthony (Hannah), Kate, Tom, Ella and great-grandchildren Aoife and Griff. Also his beloved sister Peggy (Eddie) Birmingham, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and a large circle of friends.

May his gentle soul rest in peace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

Reposing at Sweeney’s Funeral Home, Achill Sound, F28HN81 on Thursday, April 16th from 5pm until 6.30pm.

The Funeral will arrive to St. Patrick’s Church, Pollagh, F28 TP04 on Friday, April 17th for Mass at 11.30 with the funeral proceeding to Slievemore Cemetery.

Funeral Mass will be live-streamed on https://app.dearlydeparted.ie/chris-Murray

Family home private please.

The Murray Family would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful staff of ICU at Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar for their care and professionalism and the staff at the Ellison hotel, Castlebar for their kindness and consideration during this past week.

Published On: April 15th, 2026

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Sr Evelyne Hanley, Killmurry
4 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Peggy, Kathleen and all the family on the death of Chris.
May he rest in peace.
Ye are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cllr PatsyO Brien
4 weeks ago

I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to the extended murray family on the death of Chris
May his gentle soul rest in peace

Ivan and Joan Swarbrigg
4 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to all the family. Rest in peace.

Kennedy Burke
4 weeks ago

Deepest sympathies to Kathleen and the family. Sending love and prayers from Virginia.

John & Bernie Gallagher & Family Dooagh
4 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Murray and McNamara family. May Chris Rest in Peace

Jez Butler
4 weeks ago

Such sad news, a lovely man that I have fond memories of. Deepest sympathies to the family. May he rest in peace.

Philip Mc Nulty Bunnacurry
4 weeks ago

Sincerest sympathy to all the family of Chris. May He Rest in Peace.

Mary Leneghan Castlebar/ Crumpawn
4 weeks ago

My sincere sympathy to Kathleen and all the family and extended family. May Chris rest in peace 🙏

Martin, Jacyntha Kelly and family
4 weeks ago

With our deepest condolences to Kathleen and all the family.
Thinking of you all.
May Chris rest in peace.

John & Marian Weir. Dooagh
4 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to Kathleen & Family, extended Murray & McNamara Families on the sad Passing of Chris May his gentle Soul Rest in Eternal Peace.

Kay McDonagh Achill/Virginia U.S.A.
4 weeks ago

With deepest sympathy to Kathleen, Noel, Eamonn , ,Catherine, Christopher. and extended Murray and McNamara Families on the sad passing of Chris .
May his gentle soul rest in peace .

Ann Marie (Kilbane) and Pat Nealon
4 weeks ago

We are very saddened to hear Chris has passed away, a real gentleman. We send our deepest sympathy to Kathleen and family at this sad time. Rest in peace Chris.

Michael Kilbane
4 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Murray Family

Keane family castlebar
4 weeks ago

Sincere sympathies to Kathleen and family on the sad passing of Chris,may he Rest in Peace.

Catherine Patten
4 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Kathleen and family also the extended Murray and McNamara families.May Chris rest in peace.

Michael English. Pollagh
4 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Murray and Mac Namara families. A lovely gentleman, may he rest in peace 🙏

Mary Theresa Halkett
4 weeks ago

With deepest sympathy to Kathleen and family ,Murray and McNamara families. Chris will be remembered for his lovely qualities and was a true gentleman! May Chris RIP. 🙏

Anne & Kathleen Joyce . Keel
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen,Noel,Eamonn,Christopher, Catherine and extended Murray and
McNamara families on sad passing of Chris. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Grace McNulty Askill ,
1 month ago

Sincere Sympathy to the Murray and McNamara family’s on your sad loss of Chris,may his gentle Soul Rest In Peace,

Jo Friedman & Andrew McGreevy
1 month ago

Condolences to the Murray Family. A terrible loss for all of you. Sending love at a difficult and sad time.

Carmel McNamara (Netherlands/Pollagh)
1 month ago

So very sorry to hear the sad news about Chris. My thoughts are with you Kathleen, Catherine, Chris, Noel and Eamonn, and all the extended family, cousins and relations. Sending my sincere condolences and thinking of you all at this sad time. May his gentle soul rest in peace. x

Mary & James Kelly Dooagh
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and all the Murray and McNamara family
Chris was a gentleman and wonderful neighbour we will miss him
Rest in eternal peace Chris xx

Simon Murray
1 month ago

Condolences to all the family on the passing of Chris . May your love for each other remain a consolation more powerful than your parting .

John, Catherine, Johnathan, Nicole,Gerard Fadian Crumpawn
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and all the family. A ture gentleman. Thinking of you all at this sad time. May Chris Rest in Eternal peace.💗

Mark O’Mahony
1 month ago

On behalf on the O’Mahony family I’m sending our condolences and prayers for all the Murray family at this very sad time. We will be thinking of you all on Friday.

Clive and Joan Western and Family Dooagh
1 month ago

Our Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and Family and The Mc Namara family. May Chris Rest in Peace.

Edward and Cathrine McHugh Pollagh
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Kathleen and all the family on the sad passing of Chris.May he Rest in Peace.

Margaret Mary and Ray Reddington
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Kathleen and family on the death of Chris also the Murray and McNamara families. May his soul rest in rest in peace you are in our prayers at this sad time.

Peter, Brian & Martin King
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathies to Kathleen and all of the Murray family.
Chris was a great friend to the King family for more than 50 years and will be very sadly missed.
May he rest in eternal peace.

Mary Burke & family, Turlough
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Kathleen and family
and to all the Murray and McNamara families on the death of Chris.
May he rest in peace

Tony and Kay Hughes (London)
1 month ago

To Kathleen and all the family, our sincere condolences on the passing of Chris. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.

Maura Gielty
1 month ago

To Kathleen and all the family. So sorry to hear this sad news. May Chris’s gentle soul rest in Rest in Peace

Kevin, Patsy English & family
1 month ago

Our sincere condolences to Kathleen and all the family at this sad time. RIP Chris.

Ann Murphy Birmingham and Bunnacurry
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and all the family also to the McNamara and Murray families on the passing of Chris. May his gentle soul REST in PEACE 🙏

JOHN Gallagher Hillside Bunnacurry
1 month ago

Sincere Sympathy to Kathleen and all the family and extended families on the passing of Chris May his gentle soul REST in PEACE 🙏

Laura Edwards
1 month ago

I’m so sorry for this terrible loss. Love to you all x

Anthony & Mary McNamara keel / Birmingham
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and all of the family on the sad passing of Chris, may he rest in peace.

Imelda and Tommy Vesey
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to you all, may he rest in peace

Celine, Dolores Kilbane Dooagh
1 month ago

Sincerest condolences to all the family. 🙏🙏

Bridgie, John and Noel Cafferkey Cabaun.
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Kathleen and family and extended families on the sad passing of Chris, may his gentle soul rest in peace.

Eileen White (McMenamin)
1 month ago

Hello Noel and Orla. So sorry to hear the passing of Chris.
Sincere condolences at this sad time.

Eileen White (McMenamin)
1 month ago

Hello Noel and Orla.
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Chris.
May he rest in peace
Eileen

Brian Heaney and Family
1 month ago

Deepest sympathies to the extended Murray family on Chris’s passing. May the many memories you share bring comfort to you all. Rest in peace Chris

Suzanne Holland
1 month ago

We send our sincere condolences on the passing of Chris. You’re in our thoughts during this very difficult time and we hope that you may find comfort in cherished memories and in the support of those around you.

Michael John and Bridgie Ann English Bunnacurry
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to all the families May his soul rest in peace

Eugene & Margaret Lavelle Achill/Westport
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Kathleen, the Murray, and the McNamara families on the sad passing of Chris. May he rest in peace.

Bridgie Johnson pollagh
1 month ago

Sincere Sympathy to all the family.
May he rest in peace

Mick LYONS Birmingham and Roscommon
1 month ago

Sincere condolonces to Kathleen and all the Murray family on the passing of Chris.
May his gentle soul RIP

John & Patsy Dalton and family
1 month ago

Very sad news. Our heartfelt sympathy to Kathleen, Noel (Orla), Eamonn (Terri), Christopher (Mary), Catherine (John) and their families; to Chris’ sister Peggy (Eddie) and their family; and, to the extended Murray and McNamara families. Chris will be sadly missed by all those who were fortunate enough to know him. May his soul rest in peace.

Denis Kenny
1 month ago

My sincere condolences to all the Murray family, Chris was a wonderful, kind, strong and wise family man and friend, Chris was of great help to me and the Kenny family when our father died for which I will always be grateful, he will be missed and his good life celebrated, may he Rest in Peace.

Terence and Mary Dever and family
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen, Catherine,Noel,Eamon,Chris and families and all the McNamara and Murray families on the sad passing of Chris. One of nature’s gentlemen and many happy memories over many years in the Atlantic. May his kind gentle soul rest in peace.

Martin and Lorna ODONNELL
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and all the Murray family at this sad time may Chris rest in peace

Tony Kenny
1 month ago

I have wonderful memories of Chris as a child growing up and then seeing him over so many years in The Dingle. Always a smile and great company.
To Kathleen and their wonderful children we send our deepest condolences and prayers.
God bless. Tony and Dawn.

Mark & Juliet
1 month ago

We offer our condolences to you Kathleen , and the lovely children that you and Chris brought into the world.
From meeting Chris as a spotty teenager to 45 years later, there was always a beaming smile , a generous nature and a real warmth for people and joy for life. A good life well lived. Thinking of you all at this saddest of times.

Ethna O Boyle. Kikcar
1 month ago

Dear Noel, Orla, and family sorry to learn of your dad’s death. Please accept my sincere sympathy at this sad time. May Chris rest in peace 🙏🙏

PJ Gielty & family keelwest Dooagh
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Kathleen & family, to the Murray & McNamara families on the passing of Chris.
May he rest in peace 🙏🙏

Anne Kilcoyne & Family, London
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Kathleen & Family on the sad passing of Chris. May he Rest in Peace.

Marian Bill & Jonathan Cope, Bracknell UK
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Kathleen and all the family. Rest in Peace dear Chris 🙏.

Eneas, Anne, Katie & Colin Kane, Dooagh
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and all of the Murray and McNamara families at this very sad time. May Chris rest in peace.

Kymmy Kelly ( Connaughton) Australia
1 month ago

Sending all my love and my condolences to you Kathleen and family during this sad time. Have been thinking of you all. XXX

Ita, Niamh & Aoife McNulty, Dooagh
1 month ago

Rest in Peace Chris. Thinking of you all Kathleen, Noel, Eamon, Christopher and Catherine & the extended family.

Tom and Kathleen Johnston
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen’s family and extended Murray and McNamara families on the death of Chris. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

John & Genevieve Grealis. Dooniver
1 month ago

Our condolences to Kathleen & your family, extended family & friends on the passing of your beloved Chris.
May his soul rest in peace.

Micheal,Patricia Joyce &Family The Beehive Keel .
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Katheen,Noel,,Eamonn,Chris and Catherine and the extended Murray and Mc Namara families thinking of you all at this very difficult time you are in our thoughts and prayers. May Chris rest in eternal peace.

Tom & Geraldine McNamara
1 month ago

Heartfelt condolences to Kathleen & family and all the Murray & McNamara families on the sad passing of Chris.
May he now rest in heavenly peace.

Jodi Brooks
1 month ago

Heartfelt condolences to Kathleen, Eamon, Noel , Chris , Catherine & families on the loss of your beloved husband and Dad . May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace

Michael John and Tony Gilroy Pollagh
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Kathleen and all the family,to the Murray and McNamara families on the sad passing of Chris May he Rest in Peace

Sheila Mcnamara and family , Dooagh
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and family on the passing of Chris, may his soul rest in peace ,Amen.

Sheila Kelly & Family Pollagh
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and all the family on the sad passing of Chris. May he rest in peace.

Anne Burke
1 month ago

Sincere Sympathy to Kathleen,Noel,Eamon ,Catherine and Christopher .All the Murray and McNamara Families
May Chris rest in peace

Phil Connaughton and family
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy Kathleen and all your family on the heartbreaking loss of your beloved Chris.May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Marty and Anne Lavelle, Pollagh
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and all the Murray family at this very sad time. May Chris rest in peace. He was a true Gentleman

Tony /Anne Gallagher and Family .Newtown Keel
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to the Mc Namara and Murray Families on the sad passing of Chris. May his gentle soul rest in peace .

Mike and Marlene Heaney, Pollagh
1 month ago

Heartfelt condolences to Kathleen and family on the sad passing of Chris.
May his gentle soul Rest In Peace 🙏🏻

John H. Cafferkey
1 month ago

I am sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.

Helenanne,Mick,DJ &Oisin Campbell Keel/Coalisland
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Kathleen, Noel,Eamon,Christopher and Catherine, to their families and all the Murray and McNamara connection, on the sad passing of Chris. The world has given back a true gentleman. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Anna Browne, Castlebar/ Crumpawn
1 month ago

Kathleen I’m so sorry to hear of your beloved husband Chris, condolences to all the family. May he rest in peace.

Anthony & Mary McNamara, Keel West
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Kathleen & family, to the Murray & McNamara families on the passing of Chris.
May he rest in peace

Debbie and Oliver Oakley
1 month ago

Sending our most sincere condolences to all the Murray family. We will keep him and all of you in our prayers. May he rest in peace.

Margaret Corrigan & Family Bunnacurry
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and Families on the passing of Chris .Rest in peace.

Joe and Teresa O’Malley Newbridge
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and family on the passing of Chris, also the Murray and McNamara families. Thinking of you all at this sad and lonely time. Rest in peace Chris.

Shane & Sarah Dever Dooagh & Annie McGreal Dooniver
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and all the Family on the passing of Chris May his Soul Rest in Peace, thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Alan Gielty Maeve Clancy
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Katheen,Noel,,Eamonn,Chris and Catherine and all extended family.Such a gentleman.Rest in peace Chris

Patrick And Bernie English
1 month ago

Our Heartfelt Sympathy To. Kathleen And Family And The Murray & Mc Namara Famileys On The Passing of Chris. May His Gentle soul Rest in Peace

Mary Donoghue and family Dooagh
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and family and to The Murray and McNamara Families on the passing of Chris may he rest in peace

Una Aidan and family
1 month ago

Deepest condolences to Kathleen, Noel, Eamonn, Catherine, Christopher and all the family on the sad passing of one of life’s true gentlemen. May his beautiful soul rest in eternal peace.

Edward Burke Achill/Enniskillen
1 month ago

Sincere Sympathy to Kathleen and the Murray and McNamara families on the sad passing of Chris .
May his soul rest in peace

Tommy & Deirdre Cafferkey
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and all the Murry and McNamara families on the passing of Chris. May his soul rest in peace.

Fiona & Don Reid
1 month ago

It is with great sadness that we remember the beautiful man Chris was. Our hearts go out to all the family. We will always remember him with fondness

Michael and Anne O Donnell and family Pollagh
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and family and to the Murray and McNamara families. May Chris rest in peace.

Greg and mary Toolis
1 month ago

Our heartfelt sympathy to Kathleen and family on the passing of Chris may his gentle soul rest in peace

Donna Healy & family (Cashel, Achill)
1 month ago

Our love and thoughts are with the Murray family at this time. So sorry for your loss. May Chris rest in peace.

Anthony and Sally Lavelle
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and the Murray and McNamara Families on the passing of Chris, may his soul rest in peace

Michael Fadian
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Kathleen, Noel, Eamon,Catherine, and Christopher on the passing of Chris, and to all the Murray, and McNamara families, a true gentleman, may he rest in peace

Anthony Mick & Anastasia McNamara
1 month ago

Our deepest sympathy to Kathleen and all the family on the very sad passing of Chris, may his gentle soul rest in peace.

J.J. & Teresa Mc Namara Dooagh
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and all your family on the sad loss of Chris
May he rest in peace .

Anne McHugh
1 month ago

To Kathleen and family and extended Murray and McNamara families, my condolence on Chris’s passing. Rest in Peace Chris.

Joe and Maureen McNamara and family Dooagh and London
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and all the Murray family and McNamara families on the passing of Chris may he Rest in Peace

Noreen Brady
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and family Chris soul rest in peace

Mary Ruddy,Bunnacurry.
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and all the Families.
May Chris rest in peace 🙏

Deirdre Bourke(Gielty) Bonniconlon/Dooagh
1 month ago

I offer my heartfelt sympathy to Kathleen & Family and the extended Murray & McNamara families as you mourn the passing of your beloved Chris. Thinking also of his neighbours and many friends at this very sad and lonely time.
May Chris rest in eternal peace.

Noreen Fadian
1 month ago

Sincere condolences to Kathleen, Noel, Eamon, Catherine, Christopher and all the Murray and McNamara families. A lovely man. Rest in peace Chris 🙏

Marty Lavelle Dooagh
1 month ago

Sincere sympathy to Kathleen & family on the sad passing of Chris. May he rest in peace.

Olive & Ann Lavelle
1 month ago

Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and family, to extended family and friends. Chris a lovely gentleman who will be dearly missed by all. RIP Chris.

Carol McMenamin & Terry Fitzpatrick
1 month ago

So saddened by the news of Chris’s passing. Such a lovely man who’ll be sorely missed by his beautiful family and everyone who knew him. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam .

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