Murray Russchen

A photo of Murray Russchen

Murray Russchen, much loved husband of Sonja (Hebblethwaite) for 64 years passed away peacefully at the Chatham-Kent Hospice on Wednesday October 23, 2024. He was born to the late Bill and Margaret (Hamlet) Russchen 85 years ago and was predeceased by his sister Francis Monk (Survived by Les) and Larry Russchen (survived by Ann).

Murray and Sonja are the proud parents of three children: Jeri Russchen, Janet VanDyk (Jim) and Julie Russchen. They were also blessed with six grandchildren: Michelle VanDyk (Rodney Shaw), Phillip Russchen (Kate), Jessica Russchen, Clinton VanDyk (Teresa), Sydira Russchen, and Kira Russchen as well as three great-grandchildren Kurtis Russchen, Claire Shaw and Avalee Russchen.

Murrays main passion in life was his friends and family. He enjoyed many vacations with his young family. Murray enjoyed being a dad and grandpa and made sure there were a lot of adventures and experiences. As a dad he enjoyed travelling with his family in an old school bus he and his son converted into a camper. He also loved hunting with his son and brother. As a grandpa his favourite pastime was being out on Rondeau Bay and on the pontoon boat fishing, swimming, and enjoying adventures with his grandkids. His favourite saying while giving a hug was “Love you all to pieces”.

A private family service will be held at the Blenheim Community Funeral Home followed by interment in Evergreen Cemetery.

Family and friends wishing to remember Murray with a memorial donation are asked to consider the Chatham-Kent Hospice.

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My sympathies in the passing of Murray.

Cherish the many happy memories you shared and may they bring you comfort in the difficult days ahead. Our Sympathies, Murray will be missed by many.

My condolences to you and your family Sonja. Rest in Peace Murray

My condolences to you and your family Sonja. Rest in Peace Murray

Sorry to hear the passing of my neighbor, I will miss our friendly “hello “as we would pass during our nightly walks. Sending my condolences to the family.

I worked with Murray at Ontario Steel for many years. He was a great guy to work with. I offer my condolences to the family. God be with you my friend. Maurice Poissant

Thoughts and prayers Sonja and family. Hugs Joyce and Bill

Jim, Janet and the Russchen family...sending our condolences. Our thoughts are with you.

So sorry to hear of your loss of your Dad . We spent a lot of time all together at Murray and Sonja’s and have lots of good memories with all of you ! I will cherish those memories in my heart forever! Love you all ! ❤️

I am so sorry for your loss my prayers and thoughts are with your family

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with all the family at this time....May your memories comfort you in the coming days...

Sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with yous.❤🙏

Murray will be missed but not forgotten. He was a great neighbour on John street . Always a nice word. Yes I remember the bus and the good times family had. Jane moore

Sonja, Jeri, Janet and Julie and families, My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time as you prepare to remember Murray tomorrow and turn your thoughts to the future. Know that God is with you always. Prayerfully, P. Marg

Sonja, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest condolences!

Sonja and family. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Murray. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Treasure your memories.

We are so sorry to hear about our loss.Prays are with all of your family.

So ja & family.myheartfelt condolences on your lord. Murray was such an amazing man. May allyour warm loving funny memories comfort you during this difficult time. Hugs & prayers

When our children were babies we always gave them to you Murray to stop them crying and as soon as you picked them up they settled right down. They just loved you holding them. You had such a gift for that. May God give all your family peace and comfort.

Sonja and family, May God wrap his arms around you at this time and give you peace and comfort. Cherish your precious memories.

Dear Sonja, Jeri, Janet, Julie and families I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Murray was a wonderful person who touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed. Hugs ❤️

Sonja, Jeri, Janet, Julie and family, I am so sorry for your loss, he was a kind and funny man. Rip Mr Russchen !

Sending our thoughts and prayer's to you all. 🙏💔

Thinking of you at this time. Our sincere condolences. The Gladstones.

Janet, Jim and family.....we are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Our condolences to everyone.

Sending condolences to you and your family. I worked with Murray at Meritor for a number of years, and enjoyed his company. We had a few visits while out for morning walks after we moved to Blenheim.

Sonja, Jerry, Janet and Julie...and families, we are so sorry to hear of Murray's passing. Thoughts and prayers coming your way.

My condolences to Sonya Jerry Janet and Julie and families. I'm so sorry to hear of Murray's passing. Wonderful man. May he RIP