Larry Joe Murray, age 70, of Jamestown

December 18, 2020 WJRS Staff Obituaries

Larry Joe Murray, age 70, of Jamestown, passed away Thursday, December 17th, at Greenview Regional Hospital, Bowling Green, KY

Larry Joe was born in Jamestown, KY on September 25, 1950, a son of the late Ruby (Malone) and Joe Henry Murray. He was a Service Repairman for many years.

Larry Joe is survived by a son, Joey (Whitney) Murray, of Russell Springs, KY;

two sisters, Diane Black, of Russell Springs, KY; Barbara Campbell, of Jamestown, KY.

a brother, William (Camila) Murray, of Jamestown, KY;

He is also survived by 2 granddaughters Briley and Vaeda Murray as well nieces, nephews and many friends.

Preceding him in death are his parents and a brother-in-law Donnie Black.

A walk through visitation will be Sunday 1:00 to 4:00 PM. at H. E. Pruitt Memory Chapels in Jamestown. Everyone attending should please wear a face covering and follow all Covid protocol.

Funeral Services will be private. Interment at Jamestown Cemetery.

H. E. Pruitt Memory Chapels in Jamestown in charge of the arrangements.

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