It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Murray James Kemp on July 3rd 2025 at home surrounded by his family.
Born on November 11, 1952 to July 3, 2025, Murray was born and raised in Blackburn Hamlet on the family homestead, then slowly migrated west to the Richmond area, where he and Judy built their home on a 50 acre plot of land. There they would raise their family on a small farm with a variety of animals and birds as well as a large garden. They were proudly married for over 50 years.
Murray is survived by his wife Judy (Brewer), his children Shannon (James) Bailey, Adam, Chris, his grandchildren Natasha, Brooklyn, Belle, Ben, Duncan, Mason, Matae, Piper, Jack, and Fletcher, as well as his great grandson Antonio.
He was predeceased by Parents Eldon and Lois Kemp, his brother Gord, and his Granddaughter Gwen.
Murray was passionate about all aspects of his life. He was an amazing natural athlete throughout his lifetime. His love for sports started at Gloucester high school, where he was awarded Best Boy Athlete Award in his senior year. This led a lifetime of playing and coaching hockey and baseball. His true passion though was hunting, spending as much time as he could in the bush and fields, always accompanied by a dog.
Murray was a dedicated member of Local 96 IUEC for his entire career as an accomplished elevator mechanic, a trade that suited his skills perfectly. Through the union he started and managed his world champion bed racing team raising thousands every year for local hospitals. He was always proud of being able to represent the union in a positive light.
A celebration of Murray’s life will be held at the Richmond Legion Sunday July 13, 2025 from 1-4 pm.
In lieu of flowers donations to Diabetes Canada or to the SIDS foundation would be appreciated.
Digital Guestbook
Barb & Bruce
André and Teresa Cloutier
Our condolences to Judy, Murray’s children, grandchildren, his siblings and extended family and friends. We grew up Blackburn Boys playing hockey on the outdoor rinks and Navan Arena. He was a great competitor and a very good teammate. May he rest in peace
Rick and Helene Culhane
We are saddened to hear of the loss of such an amazing man. The moose hunt in Northern Ontario Ontario held many an adventure and then some with Murray by our side. He will always be remembered as a strong, ambitious, fun loving leader and Hunter extraordinaire. He will be missed!
Kenneth & Marlene McNeely
With our deepest sympathy to the Kemp family. Thinking of you at your time of loss.
Sue Todd
Sincere condolences to Judy and all of the family. ❤️
Tiffany Pomarenski
My girls and I were very fortunate to have met Murray through our dear friends in the Big Muddy Valley. Murray shared his love of bird hunting and GSP’s with us for a couple of hunting seasons. I know he will be with us while the girls and I and the dogs will be searching for upland birds this fall. He was such an amazing man.
Zane, Charlee, Hadlee and Sterling
The world lost an outstanding gentleman, truly the toughest man I’ve met and had the honours of meeting a few years back!! Always a heart to heart conversation every year afterwards!! Our daughters will always remember you Murray as a true gentleman, with a huge heart, kind to all and never met a stranger with a great way with dogs!! A laugh I will miss until we meet again our dear friend!!! We can live happy knowing your in no more pain!!!
Bob and Arlene Pershick
We are sorry to hear about your family’s loss. It was a pleasure to have known Murray. We are thinking of all of you.
Dinah & Luc
Our thoughts are with you Judy and all your family. Please accept our sincerest condolences.
We have so many fond memories of times spent with Murray. He was such a kind and generous man and we were very privileged to have counted him amongst our dear friends.
We also appreciated and felt honoured to have been able to visit again with Murray on the day to rehome Daisy. He will be greatly missed.
Sincerely, Dinah & Luc
Nic Spagnuolo
My condolences to the family. I had the pleasure to work with Murray and attend some sporting events. Rest in peace brother
Judy and Brewer family.
We are very sorry to hear about Murray ❤️