James Forrest McMurray Obituary
The world bids farewell to James Forrest McMurray (Brighton, Michigan), departing on February 12, 2025 at the age of 67. James Forrest leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Forrest McMurray to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry F. McMurray Jr. and Joan Moulder McMurray; and his sister Suzanne McMurray Kirschling. He is survived by: his wife Kathryn McMurray; his daughters, Kristin McMurray (Brian), Megan Hautamaki (Mike) and Kaitlin Swartz (Cameron); his grandchildren, Ryan, Lucas Hautamaki, Mabel, Colin Styczynski and Harvey Swartz; his siblings, Bill McMurray (Michelle) and Nancy Davis (Rick); and his nieces and nephews, Sarah, Lauren, Madalyn, Casey, Jennifer, Laura and George.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 27th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors - Brighton (600 E Main St, Brighton, MI 48116). A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 28th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St. Mary Magdalen Church (2201 S Old US Hwy 23, Brighton, MI 48114).
We'll share stories, laughter, and love, knowing this isn't goodbye—just a "see you later."Instead of flowers, please consider donations to Jim's favorite charity, the Gary Sinise Foundation, in his honor. The family has chosen to send donations to Gary Sinise FoundationDonate Now (https://www.garysinisefoundation.org).
