AUGUST 7, 1945 – DECEMBER 29, 2025
Celebrating the Life of Sandra Ruth McMurray (nee Sanderson), born August 7, 1945 and raised in Brampton, Ontario. Moved to Manitoulin over 60 years ago, died peacefully at Manitoulin Health Centre in Little Current at the age of 80 on December 29, 2025. Predeceased by parents Lloyd and Grace Sanderson. Beloved wife of Beverly “Bev” McMurray (predeceased). Proud mother of Kevin (predeceased). Special grandmother to Brian (Carissa) and Amanda. Loving great-grandmother of Maxwell, Audrey and Gracelynn. Dear sister of Janie (John predeceased), Bill, Bob (Caroline) (both predeceased), Donnie (Marilyn), Bryan (Carole), Glenda (Lenard predeceased), Jim (predeceased) (Pat), John (Gloria), Rosalie (Rick), Les (Laurie predeceased) and Howard. Dear daughter-in-law of William “Bill” and Katie (nee Blue) McMurray (both predeceased). Sister-in-law of Doug (Lestie predeceased), Shirley (Lyle) Pyette, John “Art” (predeceased) (Marg), Eileen (Alvin predeceased) Pearson and Donald (Joan). Loved by many nieces, nephews and friends. She retired from Bayshore working as a PSW after many years. Sandra could be rather “spicy” at times but once you got to know her she was generous and caring in her own way. She loved hockey, curling and baseball and enjoyed spending time with the grandkids and great-grandkids. She also had a passion for Bingo and going to the casino. Her hobbies included knitting, sewing, crocheting and crafting in general. During her earlier years she was an avid volunteer with the Canadian Cancer Society and even started a soft ball league in Tehkummah for all the kids to come out and play. Visitation is on Thursday, January 8, 2026 from 1 to 3 pm with a service and light luncheon to follow. All at Island Funeral Home. Please share your thoughts, memories and photos at www.islandfuneralhome.ca.
