MURRAY: Robert “Bob” Douglas of Seaforth
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On July 27, 2026 @ 1:44 PM In Obituary, Seaforth | 22 Comments
Passed away peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre – Victoria Hospital on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Leah Hachey for 14 years. Lovingly remembered by his children, David (Jessica) Murray and Melissa Murray, and their Mother, Kitty. Proud grandfather of Charlotte and Maddy. Deeply missed by Leah’s daughter Tammy (Peter) Naujok, and their children Jennifer and Amber.
Dear brother of Barb (John) McDowell. Survived by his nieces and nephew, Dawn, Dale, Todd, and Cheryl.
Predeceased by his late wife Beth (2007), and by his parents Jack and Merle Murray, and by Leah’s son Kenneth Bush (1987). Fondly remembered by Beth’s children Tim, Paul, and Tom Luke.
Bob lived a full and active life, embracing every opportunity to learn, create, and give back to those around him. An avid gardener, tending to his gardens was one of his greatest passions and brought him endless joy throughout his life. Golf was a lifelong love. He was a proud member of several clubs, including Seaforth Golf Club, Atlantis Golf Club in Florida, Big Bay Point Golf Club, York Downs Golf & Country Club. In his younger years, Bob enjoyed skiing and excelled at racquet sports. Members of the Granite Club in Toronto may remember Bob’s legacy on the squash, badminton and tennis courts. Bob also found great enjoyment in painting watercolours, expressing his creativity through his artwork. His photographs captured many memorable moments in his life. Of course, he was never in any of those photos, he was always behind the camera
Bob carried on a long family legacy in the printing industry. After graduating from RIT, he began his career with Murray Printing in Toronto before continuing with Southam Murray Printing in Weston. He later revived the family legacy, with Murray Printing and Computers (Tottenham – Alliston), where he built a respected business through his hard work and dedication.
In later years, Bob discovered a love for writing. He became a regular contributor to the Wingham Advance Times, sharing his thoughts and experiences with readers. His writing eventually led him to author his own book, My Voyage with Dementia, a heartfelt account that offered encouragement, understanding, and hope to others facing similar challenges.
Bob was also deeply committed to serving his community. He generously volunteered with Matthews House Hospice in Alliston and the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth. He continued volunteering while spending time in Florida, where he became an important supporter of the hospice community. Participants in the One Care Adult Day program in Seaforth enjoyed Bob’s camaraderie.
Above all, Bob will be remembered for his kindness, determination, generosity, and his willingness to share his talents and experiences with others. His legacy lives on through the many lives he touched, both personally and through his writing.
In keeping with Bob’s wishes, a private family interment will take place at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Toronto. Family, friends and neighbours are warmly invited to a casual gathering at John Thomas Funeral Home, 244 Victoria Street East, Alliston, ON, on Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 3 – 5 PM. Please feel free to drop by at any time during these hours to share stories, reminisce and reflect on a life well lived. Light refreshments will be available.
Donations to Alzheimer Society Huron Perth, One Care, Matthews House Hospice or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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So sorry to hear Bob passed.
An avid gardener he was ! Happy to help him create the gardens he envisioned. Our deepest sympathy to Leah and to Bob s family.
Leah .. We are so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing .. Bob was one of a kind .. A very accomplished writer, we so enjoyed reading his articles when he was contributing for the Wingham paper .. Graham especially enjoyed their many conversations when they golfed together in the Bridges group and still believes Bob had the best golf swing ever .. We will miss waving to him on the 17th .. Sympathies to you and your family ..
Dear Leah
Bob was an amazing loving person, we have had many enjoyable occasions with him over many years,
He was a wonderful gentleman who was truly respected by every who had the pleasure to know him
Beryl and I send our sincere condolences
R.I.P. Bob 🙏🏾
From the other Murrays, we will miss him but he will forever be in our hearts.
Leah, I am so sorry to hear about Bob.
I feel your pain! Time, and only time will heal the vacancy left in your heart,
I wish you strength in the days ahead and may you have all your freinds love to help you through the days ahead.
Oh Leah I’m so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was a wonderful man in the short time I knew him. Cherish the wonderful memories and may they carry you through this sorrowful time.
Dear Leah
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He will be sorely missed. We send you and family our sincere condolences.
Leah and family,
We were saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. While our time knowing Bob was short our interaction with him were enjoyable and very interesting. His presence in The Bridge will be missed.
Leah and family, as well as Bob’s many friends, my sincerest sympathy. Bob must have had some good Scot’s blood in him as he was a stubborn fighter to the end. Only knowing Bob for the last years of his life, I enjoyed reading about his extended family and many accomplishments. The choice to move to Seaforth with Leah and join our golf club is taken as a great compliment to SGC and our community at large. Just a couple of weeks ago Bob enjoyed the music on the patio from his strategically stationed golf cart and his smile when we chatted is how I will remember him. May your laughter and your tears blend over the years ahead.
Leah & family, our sincerest sympathy on the passing of Bob. He was an interesting person to get to know with many talents and achievements to his credit. He will very much be missed in our community. Cherish the memories and the good times.
My sincere condolences Leah, on the passing of Bob.
May treasured memories stay close in your heart.
Lorna Johnston
Sincere condolences Leah to you & all family.
Bob was definitely a special and very unique person and it was always a pleasure to be in his company.
Holding on to all the memories you made together will hopefully sustain you through this difficult time.
Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.
Our Deepest Sympathy to Bob’s Family on his passing . We want you all to know that we are thinking about you all . Bob was a kind man . He sure will be missed at the Day Center . Sending hugs to his Family.
Dearest Leah and family, I offer my sincerest condolences for your loss of your Bob. I have such fond memories of Bob as our local business man with his printing business. As a guest at your wedding you made a very striking couple. Full of love and happiness. I consider it a honor to have been a neighbour and part of your Briar Hill social world, through parties, golf , fun meals and good wine shared in your kitchen and on your back deck.
With much love Phyllis
Dear Leah and Family
On behalf of my father Ralph and the Gaudet Family we are very sad to hear of Bob’s passing. My dad cherished their warm and caring relationship. Bob visited my dad on a regular bases, even in the harsh winter weather. The two would share stories, and energetically debate the issues of the day, and yesteryear.
Sincere condolences to you Leah
So sorry for your loss.
It seems that Bob lived a rich life full of family and accomplishments
Peace be with all the family members
Dear Leah
We are so sorry for your Loss. Bob was a good friend to us and especially kind to Mom and Dad. His smile and laughter will be missed! Sending you Love and heart felt condolences.
So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in all your lasting memories.
Dear Leah,
We have fond memories of Bob on the golf course. Bob particularly enjoyed meeting Bob on the driving range. Your Bob was well informed and gave great advice on how to improve.
It was always fun playing with you on couple’s night. We also enjoyed his articles on his journey with Alzheimers.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Leah,
So sorry to hear if Bob’s passing. I hope that you and the family find comfort in the many memories you made together.
Bob actually gave me my first real job at Murray’s Printing and Computers in Alliston, when I was a grade 12 student at Banting Memorial. That was back in 1999/2000. I still remember everyone I worked with. I think it was Beth who actually wrote out my first paycheque. I even vividly recall Bob teaching me how to glue little notepads together.
Coincidentally, I was just looking at Alliston on Google Streetview (previous dates – time machine option), and there it was – Murray’s Printing and Computers, with the Google photo taken back in 2009.
Sincere condolences to the family, and wherever you are, Bob, thank you for that first job. :)
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Dear Leah and family.
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was an interesting man and we enjoyed meeting and spending time with him over the last few years. We would often see him working in the garden and on the golf course.
Hugs to all.