Obituary of Murray Walter Duckworth
Unexpectedly at home, after a long battle with cancer, with Tater and Bandit at his side, Murray Walter Duckworth passed away in his 71st year.
Dear son of the late John and Nellie Duckworth (nee Croft), son-in-law of Alice and the late Jim Pelletier.
Beloved husband of Charlene Duckworth (nee Pelletier).
Cherished father of Jeramy, and Emily Duckworth.
Grandpa to Jocelyn, and Addison Duckworth.
Dear brother of the late John Duckworth, the late Sandra Duckworth, Archie Duckworth (Margaret), and Bonnie Hill.
Brother-in-law of Cathie Campbell (Scott), Jamie Pelletier (Ed), and MM Pelletier.
Lovingly missed by several nieces and nephews.
Cremation will take place. A Celebration of Life will be held this summer.
Donations in Murray’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the O.S.P.C.A.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.
McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham (519-351-2040)
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