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Murray MORRISSEY Obituary

MORRISSEY, Murray, Grant Edward QSM. On 17 February 2024. Best friend and husband of Kay for 56 years. Loving father of Kirk, Donna and Campbell. Father in law of Cinnamon and Junaliza. Poppa Murray of Brendon, Blaine, Maxim, Olivia, William, Bryze and Shaun. A service for Murray will be held at North Shore Memorial Park, 235 Schnapper Rock Road on Tuesday 27 February at 1pm



Published by The New Zealand Herald from Feb. 19 to Feb. 21, 2024.

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Kristin Brown (nee de la Perrelle)

February 27, 2024

Kay and family. So sorry of the passing of Murray. The memories I have as a kid with Murray coming to visit dad (Philip de la Perrelle) in Havelock North stay with me forever ... with the Police Dogs in the wagon! My memories of them was of a special friendship. Lots of laughter with his story telling. That smile of his is infectious! Was so pleased to be able to attend the funeral today on behalf of dad.
Sending you all much love and hugs for your loss. Kind regards. Kris

Phil Kahotea

February 27, 2024

Tena koe e Murray, he mihi nui ki a koe mo to mahi whakaihiihi me te rangatira nui mo o kaimahi katoa i mahi tahi me koe i roto i to mahi pirihimana.
Murray thank you for being such an inspiration and great leader for all those who worked with you throughout your police career and thank you for being such a great supervisor to me and our handlers in
Whangarei, Te Taitokerau, Northland over the years.
You will be sadly missed by many.
My sincere condolences to your family.
Moe mai i roto i te Ariki e hoa.

Phil Kahotea

February 27, 2024

Tena koe e Murray, he mihi nui ki a koe mo to mahi whakaihiihi me te rangatira nui mo o kaimahi katoa i mahi tahi me koe i roto i to mahi pirihimana.
Murray thank you for being such an inspiration and great leader for all those who worked with you throughout your police career and thank you for being such a great supervisor to me and our handlers in
Whangarei, Te Taitokerau, over the years.
You will be sadly missed by many.
My sincere condolences to your family.
Moe mai i roto i te Ariki e hoa.

Veronica Gascoigne

February 27, 2024

Farewell Murray/Muzza,
You will always be present in spirit at the Eagles/Julian Thanksgiving do´s. Thank you for always leading the room asking what we were grateful for. We were definitely grateful for you being part of our extended family sharing your wit, humour and always lighting up the room with it!
Will miss you and your smile dearly!
Veronica, Mark , Matt and Portia xx

Abraham Parker

February 27, 2024

In memory of my childhood friend Murray. We shared the most wonderful times as young boys growing up together in Waipiro Bay. Our days were blissful as we had a shared love of the outdoors. Free to roam the surrounding hills and beaches, our days were not dictated to by a clock, but by the sun and the tides. We had the priceless luxury of freedom to roam on foot or horseback through the surrounding area we called home. Matahu Reef, Aku Aku, Waikawa, and Tawhiti were we where gathered Kaimoana and lit a fire and ate part of our gatherings.

Many a time I enjoyed lunchtime at the Morrissey home, where Murray´s mother would serve up delicious soft white bread sandwiches. When Murray came to our home he would enjoy my mother´s rewena bread, fried bread and wagon wheel. It never occurred to us, that we came from two different cultural backgrounds.

School days were full of fun and enjoyment from sporting activities. Mainly schoolboy rugby.

I last saw Murray when we were young teenagers. As the years have flown by I had often hoped to meet up with him again. A newspaper article once had a mention of him as a police dog handler. I am pleased he had a wonderful career in the Police Force as he had a love of dogs from an early age. Achieving a NZ honour was an achievement to be proud of.

Old age, now 80, gives me the luxury of wonderful memories of two young boys who were not constrained in a friendship that was full of adventure and laughter, spent in an idyllic surrounding on the East Coast of NZ, Waipiro Bay.

Kanui te aroha, ki tona Whanau, Abraham (Abe) Parker

Ros Burn

February 26, 2024

Farewell Muzz RIP
Love to Kay Donna Kirk and Campbell
From Ros Richard Andrea and Justine Burn

Ian McDermott

February 26, 2024

Condolences to Kay and family.
We always enjoyed catching up with Murray over the years when he visited Gisborne.
the McDermott cousins

April Dever

February 26, 2024

Hi Morrissey Whanau. Condolences to Kay and whanau. We have lots of good memories of Murray’s quick wit and constant cheeky smile. Murray had very strong ties to the East Coast especially Waipiro Bay and enjoyed travelling back here whenever he could. Arohanui. April and Ray.

Grant Brown

February 25, 2024

It´s going to be so hard not having you around Muzz will miss your Friendship and your very wise advice, love to you Kay and the family at this very sad time.
Love Brownie

Malcolm McIntyre

February 21, 2024

Hello the Morrissey Family,
I have the fondest memories of Murray, not only standing behind the counter at a Westlake Girls High Rowing camp with his pinny on but also being the quick-witted, father who had the answer to every question posed to him as my manager of the Westlake Girls Rowing eight. The joy, the humour, and the sacrifice he brought to us all were second to none. Murray will be sorely missed by family, friends, and his ex-colleagues from his Policing days. Enjoy, absorb, and laugh at those special moments that he created. He will be remembered. Malcolm McIntyre Coach, policeman, and friend.

Brian Lategan

February 21, 2024

Murray was a close friend and we met regulary . He was a special caring guy and like many others, I was shocked at his unexpected passing. Our weekly coffee group will not be the same. My blessings to Kay and family. Brian & Jan Lategan

Robert Jones

February 21, 2024

To meet, to know, to love, to part.It's the saddest memory of the heart.Only knew you for a short time Murray will miss you, my condolence to the Morrissey family.R I P.Robbie

Norman Dewhurst

February 21, 2024

He always had a kind greeting, often saying "where is it ?", referring to a particular award. I liked him, and he devoted his life to serving the community.

Faye Gregory

February 20, 2024

Thanks for being our friend Muzz. So many memories of our fun and laughter over the years. You were a very special person who touched everyone in our family. We will miss you greatly and always remember you with a smile.
Faye and Mike

Alan Kelway

February 20, 2024

Life's race well run, Life's work well done
Rest in peace Murray

Condolences to your Wife and Family.
Alan and Teresa Kelway

Danielle Julian

February 20, 2024

Rest in peace Muzza, thankful to have been witness to your quick witted speeches, kindhearted words, and fantastic socks. Thankful for being such a loving friend to all us Juliana, but especially to our dear Phil and Chrissie. Heartfelt condolences to Kay and family, thinking of you all.

Dannie and Nick

Sandra Thompson

February 20, 2024

So sorry to hear of Murray´s passing. Condolences to Kay and family.

Patty Boyd

February 20, 2024

Dear Murray, fondly known to us all as Muzza. You were such the gentleman and it was an honour to have you as a wonderful extension to our family. You will be so missed by us all R.I.P you dear Man.

Nicola Eagles

February 20, 2024

Our wonderful Muz. A dear friend and confidante to the Eagles and Julian clans. I bet there´s a full parade of German Shepards up there ready to guide your way. Sending love and huge hugs to Kay and family.

Ruth Julian

February 19, 2024

Heartfelt condolences to Kay and family for the loss of our dear Muzza. He was a wonderful gentleman and treasured friend of the Julian family. Stan sends his love also. RIP Murray. Fly high

Hugh Eaton

February 19, 2024

So Sad to hear that Murray has passed away... Thinking of him and Dearest Kay Regards Hugh Eaton.

Peggy & Geoff Kean

February 19, 2024

A great friend with great sense of humour. Murray you will be missed but not forgotten. Sincere condolences to all the family.

Jan Wellington

February 19, 2024

Sincere condolences to Murray's family. He was such an awesome man and he will be missed by many

Chris Billing

February 19, 2024

So sad to hear of Murray's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences and sympathy. An inspirational friend who will be sadly missed by us all. Chris and Carole Billing

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