Peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on October 9, 2025, in his 91st year. Loving husband for over 60 years to Dawn Murray (Brogan). Cherished father of Kim Walters (Jason Walters) of Michigan. Proud grandpa of Michael and David Walters, and Alicia Belan, of Michigan. Fondly remembered by Dawn’s family and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Richard and Laura Murray, and by siblings Gladys, William, Edith, Elgan, Hazel, Emily, Kathleen, Lawrence, Laura, Albert, Norma, and Esther.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER, on Thursday, October 16th, from 11:30 – 12:30 PM, where Clay’s memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM. Cremation with inurnment at the Exeter Cemetery.
A Legion Service will be held in the funeral home at 12:30 PM.
Donations to the South Huron Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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Sandra Newton
To Clay’s family
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this painful time. Dave and I were neighbours for many years. We had many fun parties around his pool. Also Dave taught at South Huron with him so we enjoyed staff parties with him also. Sandra Newton
David Woodward
To the Murray family,
So sorry to hear about Mr. Murray. He was definitely my favourite English teacher at SHDHS. What a great sense of humour! I can remember requesting material from him when I prepared to emcee the school talent show. RIP Mr. Murray.
Dave Woodward.
Chris Watson
Mr.Murray was a great english teacher always willing too help ..
Rip Mr. Murray 🙏 condolences to the family 😪
Rev Sandra Cable
Kim and family . My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad. Clay was my neighbour for only two years but after coffee time we worked as a team to open his heavy door when his strength was failing . He will be missed by his apartment neighbours . Rev Sandra Cable
Michelle Baptie
My condolences to Kim and family. His sense of humour will be missed and his gentle demeanour. RIP!
Jean Mason
Kim & Family
Sorry to hear of Dad’s passing.
I have many happy memories of working with him at South Huron.
He was a kind and thoughtful teacher with a great sense of humour.
Sincerely
Jean
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To Clay’s family and friends
Our condolences to all
May your memories of Clay bring you comfort in the future.
Elsie McDonald
Kim and family, it’s hard to know what to say, sorry to hear of your dad and grandpas passing, he will now be with his love of his life Dawn, the four of us had great times together going to Legion on Saturday nights, casino bus trips, out for many dinners, going to miss them
Elsie McDonald
Sherrie Broderick/Larry Ballantyne
Dear Dawn, Kim and Family,
Sending our very deepest sympathy to all. Always enjoyed running into your parents for a brief chat.
SuzAnne Maple
Clay was a smart, kind and humorous man. I have fond memories of working just down the hall from him at SHDHS. My sympathies to Kim and Family.
Joyce Black
Kim and family. Thinking of you at this difficult time and sending sincere condolences to you all. Take care and cherish the wonderful memories of your parents.
Bart and Ann
Kim and Family,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Your dad leaves behind many fond memories — especially from the Legion and the wonderful times shared with mutual friends. He will be warmly remembered.
Rick Smith and Glenda Lewis
Deepest sympathy to you and your family. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Rick Smith
Glenda Lewis
Jim and Verla Russell
Kim and Family:
Our deepest heartfelt sympathy on your Dad Clay’s passing.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time.
I remember working with your Dad on the South Huron Hospital Board of Governors.
Also, being involved with your parents t the Legion.
Melonie Miller
Our condolences to all of you.
Mr Murray was my English teacher. He was good at it and his dry sense of humour was enjoyed. I had the privilege of nursing with Dawn …
Always kind and fair ..
Barry & Melonie Miller
Don and Edith Lewis & family
Kim and family,
Clay was a great, respected teacher at S.H.H, School ( taught our sons).
I also worked with his wife at S. H. Hospital.
They were a great couple. I will always cherish her memories.
Our condolence to you all.
Eleanor Probizanski
Kim and family, so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing, we met your Dad and Mom when we moved to Exeter in the 70’s. Bryan and your dad taught together at South Huron and we began our friendship living at the Shirley Margaret apartments. The boys had great times teaching together, playing poker together and many a bridge foursome with both your Mom and Dad. Your Mom and Dad were truly our long time friends and lots of good and fun times in those early years. They were very special to us and we have so many good memories. Our condolences.
Marion McCarter
Kim and family:
Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time in the loss of your Dad and Grandpa. Cherish his wonderful memories and carry them in your hearts forever as you journey forward.
Deepest Sympathy
Marion MC Carter, Teresa and Joe, Diane and Dave, Cheryl and Ernie
Liz Stephens
Kim & family . My deepest condolences on your loss. It was my pleasure to have known both Clay & Dawn, a great couple.
Maureen
Kim and Family,
We have been so blessed to have known Clay and Dawn, and worked along side or in projects with them, True salt of the earth! Remembered always!
Mary Draisey
Kim and family. Deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Linda Webber
To Clay’s family. Have known Clay and Dawn for years and years threw the legion. He and Dawn are together again. RIP
Alan Brown
Hey Buddy, you will surely be missed. Our sincere condolences to Kim and family.
Al & Ruthie.
Sue Wilson
Kim and family, heartfelt condolences on your Dad’s passing. He was my English teacher. He had a great sense of humour. Cherish your precious memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kendra Craig (Arthur)
Always a great sarcastic, dry sense of humour. Mr. Murray was a fantastic English teacher at South Huron. Sympathies to the family.💕
Linda Marsden
Kim and family,
Clay will be missed. Coffee won’t be the same without him. He was a real gentleman.
Bob Dawe
Rest in peace Mr.Murray, you were one of SHDHS’s finest teachers .You made reading and learning more enjoyable for countless numbers of students . My condolences to your family and may you find comfort in your memories and stories of the great man he was .
Kim McLellan
Hugs to Kim and the boys . I will miss our chats and clays funny socks .
Brenda Palsa
Kim and family- what a man! I’ve known him and Dawn for so many years – and they actually trusted me to babysit you ! They were the best- Clay was also my English teacher – learned so much-
Known for his dry wit he will be missed but he is with his love Dawn
Memories are to be cherished♥️♥️
Joan Finkbeiner
Clays family sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed your mom and dad’s company at the legion during meat draws and the entertainment . Cherish all the memories.
Joan Finkbeiner
Doug and Joyce McBeath
Our thoughts and sympathy to you Dawn and Kim and family on your loss.
Brian& Cheryl Kennedy
Kim & family our deepest condolences ,Although we only new Clay for about six years he made it seem like we have been friends for years.He loved making jokes and listening to them, He was a great man and he will be missed.
Brian & Cheryl