The Kelly family in the Chicago area learned of Jamesie's passing yesterday via an email from a relative in the Dunmore area. We are saddened by the news.

We knew Jamesie and the Murray family well. Our family spent a great deal of time in Knockcroghery during the 1970's and 1980's. We had loads of fun playing in Murray's shop. We loved Jamesie, he was a great man, always pleasant, a twinkle in his eye and a very warm person.

My Aunt Nora Kelly Murray (rest in peace 1995) was married to Jamesie's brother Dr. Anthony Murray, who passed away during the mid-1970's. We spent many weeks during our summer holiday while we were teenagers at the house in Knockcroghery, the big white stone house at the end of the main road. I understand the house originally belonged to Jamesie's parents. If my memory serves me right, one of the Murray sons may be living in the house currently.

Please pass on condolences to Jamesie's children. I often wonder where they are at today (Susan, Mary, Jimmy, John and I cannot recall who else). I remember we always referred to Jimmy as "little Jimmy" and Mary with the long red hair.

I understand Jamesie was nearly 90 years of age. If I may ask, what happened? My parents, John & Mary Kelly were stunned by the news and was wondering what happened. We learned a couple of years ago that Emmett and Phelam passed away. Does anyone know how Maura, Fr. Paddy and Sue are doing? Life is short.

Thank you and again, please extend the sympathy of the Kelly family to the Murray's.

Kathy Kelly Hillegonds