IN LOVING MEMORY OF

John

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Murr

December 15, 1932 – May 21, 2024

Obituary

John Murr, 91, of Allentown, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at Serenity Hospice, surrounded by his family. Born in Englewood, NJ to the late John and May Murr, he resided in Allentown for many years.  A US Air Force veteran, John worked for RCA Laboratories for 40 years, retiring in 1998.  He was an active member and volunteer of the Hope Fire Company in Allentown where held many positions and served on several committees over the years.   John loved the outdoors.  He was a member of the Jersey Hobos Camping Club and enjoyed fishing, boating, and camping.

Predeceased by his loving wife, Joyce Murr, and his granddaughter, Amy, John is survived by his children and their spouses, Kenneth M. and Brenda Murr of Lewes, DE, William C. and Virginia Murr of Myrtle Beach, and Kathy Murr with whom he resided; his grandchildren, Alison (Dave), Morgan, Zack (Marissa), Kelsey, Joe (Amanda), Dan (Patti), and Katie (Mary); his great grandchildren, Hunter, Haley, Peyton, AJ, Emma, Jack, Wyatt, and Colton.

A viewing will be held Thursday, May 23rd from 6-9pm at the Hope Fire Company, 82 Route 526, Allentown.  Funeral Service will be 10am on Friday, May 24th at the firehouse. Interment will follow in North Crosswicks Cemetery, Hamilton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in John's name to the Hope Fire Company No., 82 Rt. 526, Allentown, NJ 08501.

Arrangements are under the direction of Peppler Funeral Home, Allentown.

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