James Andrew McMurtie Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Andrew McMurtie (Nanaimo, British Columbia), born in Port Alberni, British Columbia, who passed away on July 20, 2025, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Andrew McMurtie to pay them a last tribute.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may James find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bruce (Magda McMurtrie) and Jim; and his sister Gudrun. He is survived by: his wife Wanda McGillivray; his former wife Gail McDonagh (McDonagh); his children, Jason McMurtrie (Ingrid Weber) and Darcy O'Toole (Sean); and his grandchildren, Seamus and Delaney O'Toole.