Roger Lloyd Murray

Roger Lloyd Murray was born July 12, 1959 in Springfield, Illinois to James and Marie (Kurth) Murray. His father was a minister and the family moved often during his childhood and he graduated from Red Oak, Iowa High School in 1977. He went on to receive his Associate’s Degree in Tool and Die Technology from Iowa Western in Council Bluffs, Iowa. As a young boy, Roger was intrigued with how mechanical things worked and could take apart and put back together anything. He had a neighbor with a small engine repair shop and Roger spent much of his free time with him learning all he could about engines. Roger married Linda Gerst on June 13, 1981 at the Calvary Lutheran Church in Omaha, Nebraska and they were blessed with two children: Sara and Brandon. Roger and Linda have raised their family in Omaha. Roger worked at Sterling Manufacturing and for the last 26 years, he has been at Modern Equipment, currently the fabrication manager. Roger also ran his own business, R & M Tool and Machine. He enjoyed softball, volleyball and pheasant and duck hunting but he loved cars. Roger built his own British sports car and spent most weekends travelling to car shows and swap meets. Roger and Linda were able to travel extensively, Europe, Italy, the Mediterranean and Napa Valley, California. He became especially fond of Signorello Estates with its beautiful views of the valley and exquisite Chardonnay wine. While all of these things gave Roger pleasure, his passion was his family. He was selfless, gracious, easy going and lovable with a smile you could not forget. He had a genuine concern for people and would give freely of his time to assist others. Roger was an awesome cook and loved to relax on the back deck with a glass of wine. He was a fan of Nebraska football and classic rock. Roger enjoyed a well grilled steak, a chilled glass of chardonnay and dinner out at Bonefish Grill or Piccolo Pete’s. Roger passed away after a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer on February 14, 2015 at the Hospice House in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 55 years, 7 months and 2 days. He was preceded in death by his mother-in-law Marie Gerst; Roger is survived by his wife Linda; daughter Sara Murray of Elkhorn; son Brandon Murray of Chicago, IL; parents Reverend Dr. James and Marie Murray of Mesquite, NV; brother and sister-in-law Dave and Liz Murray of Lee Summit, MO; sisters and brother-in-law Jamie and Randy Albert of Klammoth Falls, OR, Rosemarie Murray of W. Hollywood, CA and Lori Murray of Roy, UT;

Roger Lloyd Murray

July 12, 1959 - February 14, 2015