John Martin Murray: A Life of Faith and Service | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

John Martin Murray II, 81, passed peacefully at home in Southport, NC, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and quiet strength. Born in Portsmouth, VA, he served proudly in the Air Force Judo Team, then built a life with his beloved wife Patricia for 54 years, raising their daughter Sarah in West Virginia. A graduate in Environmental Sciences, he dedicated his career to public health before settling in North Carolina, where he found joy in fishing, photography, and sharing coastal sunrises with others. Deeply rooted in faith, he was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church…