Carol Agnes (Taylor) Murray

Carol Agnes Murray was born on Thanksgiving Day, November 30, 1933, and died peacefully at home on October 30, 2024.

Carol grew up in Gresham where, from her parents, she learned the strong work ethic that guided her throughout her life. She graduated from Gresham High School in 1951, and attended Linfield College where she and Wayne met; they married shortly after he graduated in 1955, and she worked to support him while he attended medical school. After his stint in the Navy, they and their four kids moved to Coos Bay in 1967.

Carol was actively involved in her kid’s lives and in the community leading 4-H and Cub Scout groups, volunteering in the PTA, running both Bay Area Hospital’s and Coos History Museum’s gift shops for a time, and was an active member of PEO, Progress Club, her bridge group, and most importantly, was a faithful member of the congregation at Coos Bay’s United Methodist Church for over 55 years.

In 1981 Carol and Jane Henrickson opened Checkerberry’s Florist and Gift shop in downtown Coos Bay, where they were an important part of the business community for nearly 20 years until they retired; she was proud of building a business that continues to thrive today.

Of all of her accomplishments, Carol counted her family as the single most important aspect of her life. She is survived by Wayne, her husband of 69 years; 4 children, Bill, Stuart, Barbara, and Kathy; 2 daughters-in-law, Kathy and Teresa; 6 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren.

Carol was interred in a private family service on Saturday, November 9 at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery in Coos Bay. There will be a public memorial service at Harmony United Methodist Church on Sunday, December 8, at 2:00 p.m. Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.com and www.theworldlink.com. Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

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