MURRAY, Kevin James (WGCDR rtd)

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1. Dear Maree&Family
   Our thoughts are with you at this sad time
   On the passing of Kevin
   May he rest in peace
   Margaret &Alan Fleming 🙏⚘🙏❣

   Margaret Fleming September 10 2025 2:45 pm

2. Oh Maree so very sorry for you and your family to hear such sad news on Kevin such a lovely Man thinking of you at this terrible time Susan Bannan

   Susan Bannan September 10 2025 5:43 pm

3. Maree,
   So so sorry to hear of Kevin’s passing.
   He was a lovely man.
   Thinking of you and your family.
   From Tracey Stevenson.

   Tracey Stevenson September 11 2025 1:22 pm

4. Maree and Family,
   Sorry to hear your sad loss of Kevin, a long time friend.
   JR

   John RUSSELL September 11 2025 4:22 pm

5. Maree and Family, our thoughts are with you at this time. Sir Kevin was a great boss and dear friend. He will be sorely missed.
   From Peter and Christine Wyatt

   Peter Wyatt September 11 2025 6:59 pm

6. Kevin (Bristle) was a wonderful mentor to myself and Terror when we joined the RSL. He even compensated that we were Navy.
   A fine and true gentleman who regaled us with his tales of his storied Air Force career. His love for his wife and family radiated from him. Our deepest and most solemn condolences to Maree and the family.

   Cooky September 12 2025 9:45 am

7. A finer man you would not meet.
   As a young “questionably” impressionable fella, Mr Murray was extremely respectful, welcoming and had a genuine warmth.
   Out of respect, it took me a long time to call him Kevin.
   I will never forget being welcomed in to the home & family that Kevin and Maree shared.
   My sincere condolences to Maree, Daniella and the greater family.
   To my mate Paul, I will share your loss forever.

   Burnsy September 12 2025 8:06 pm

8. Twomey mait Kev. Thanks old timer for nearly forty years of mate ship, love and camaraderie that will live with me forever, such as our daily commute together (such fun), being known as Bib & Bub by the higher echelons of 1SD and sometimes laughing so hard we cried,, as well as other occasions to numerous to mention. I’m going to miss you so very much old mate, you are irreplaceable in my heart and I know I’ll see you soon.

   Michael Downs September 14 2025 11:34 am

9. Maree and family – we were so sad to hear of Kev’s untimely passing. One of life’s true gentlemen and he was a ‘father figure ‘(at the ripe old age of 20!) to those of us 17-year-olds on the RAAF’s No 986 Recruit Course at RAAF Base Edinburgh, Adelaide, in March 1969. Farewell Kev – and I didn’t mean most of those ‘boxpacker’ jokes! Ian and Julie Gibson, Adelaide

   Ian and Julie Gibson September 14 2025 2:58 pm

10. Dear Maree and Family
    I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Kevin. He was an Officer and a Gentleman. Many an enjoyable time with lots of laughs were shared with Kev and Mike Downs at 1SD. Those were certainly the good old days and I remember them fondly.
    Heartfelt condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
    Kuljit

    Kuljit Jassal September 15 2025 1:05 pm

11. Dear Maree and family, my love and thoughts are with you all at this sad time. You are very much in my heart although I could not be at the funeral. I have just watched the service and the love felt by all who knew shone through and will carry you through in the journey ahead. All my love now and always, Denise xxx

    Denise Williams September 16 2025 3:10 pm

12. Kevin, you will be missed by family and friends. God bless you maree and family. We will meet again in heaven.

    Peter and Kay middleton September 16 2025 7:50 pm

13. Condolences to Maree and family so sad to hear of Kevin’s passing from Janette & Colin Harwood

    janette harwood September 19 2025 6:32 am

14. To Maree and family so sorry to hear about Kevin’s passing condolences from Janette and Colin Harwood

    janette harwood September 19 2025 6:16 pm

15. Tribute to WGCDR Kevin Murray

    I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of WGCDR Kevin Murray. During my time posted to 4 Wing Cadet Branch – Air Force, I had the privilege of serving under his command as Deputy Air Force Liaison Officer.

    Kevin was a leader who set the standard. He expected excellence but also gave his people the space and support to rise to it. I remember him often stepping in, not just to guide, but to recognise and back his team when it mattered most. His trust and confidence meant a great deal to me, and I will always carry that forward.

    In my own performance appraisal from that time, Kevin described me as a “thoroughly professional military officer whose demeanour and behaviour provides a role model for others to emulate”. That speaks less about me and more about the kind of leader he was — someone who invested in people, who noticed their efforts, and who made sure they knew they were valued.

    Kevin’s professionalism, kindness, and friendship made a lasting impression on me, and on so many others who served alongside him. My thoughts are with his wife Maree, family, friends, and all who had the honour of knowing him.

    Rest in peace, Sir. It was a privilege to serve with you.

    Martin Alderette September 20 2025 2:04 pm