James Alexander McMurray's obituary , Passed away on September 11, 2026 in Fergus, Ontario

James Alexander McMurray

March 29, 1937 - September 11, 2026 (89 years old)

Fergus, Ontario

James Alexander McMurray's obituary , Passed away on September 11, 2026 in Fergus, Ontario

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Graham A. Giddy Funeral Homes

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James Alexander McMurray

March 29, 1937 - September 11, 2026 (89 years old)

Fergus, Ontario

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James Alexander McMurray Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of James Alexander McMurray (Fergus, Ontario). James Alexander, born on March 29, 1937, passed away on September 11, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Alexander McMurray to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Sandy McMurray and Eva McMurray; and his brother William. He is survived by: his wife Lois Graham; his children, Sandy (Lori), Laura Smylie (Dave), Peter (Zorica), David (Lisa) and Jonathan (Corinna); his sister Laura McCartney (Jim); and his nephews, Robert and John. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home (280 St David St S, Fergus, ON N1M2L5). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 3rd 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Bethel Baptist Church (675 Victoria Terrace, Fergus, ON N1M3E2). A reception will be held on Saturday, October 3rd 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Jim's name to Hospice Muskoka (Andy's House) or to YFC Highlands (The Door).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Graham A. Giddy Funeral Homes



Fri

Oct 02

Visitation

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home
280 St David St S, Fergus, ON N1M2L5

Sat

Oct 03

Funeral service

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Bethel Baptist Church
675 Victoria Terrace, Fergus, ON N1M3E2

A livestream will be available for this event.

Sat

Oct 03

Reception

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Bethel Baptist Church
675 Victoria Terrace, Fergus, ON N1M3E2

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