Murray Laurence Downs RNZAF W/O Rtd
On 6 January 2026, at Redwood Lifestyle Care, Blenheim, aged 83 years.
Dearly loved husband of Christobel (Chris) for 58 adventurous years.
Loved and proud father and father-in-law of Stuart (deceased) and Ruth, and Sandra and Gary Eckstein. Very proud Grandad of Alex, Amy, David and Ella and Ari.
Messages to the Downs family c/- PO Box 9 Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz
The family wish to sincerely thank Dr Penny Wytenburg, Dr Rachel Everitt, Frances Horner, Dr Carmen Ruiz and the Vascular Teams, District Nursing, NMDHB staff, Flight Ambulance and special thanks to Colleen,
Doug and Laurie, Pip, Ken, Vaughan and RSA.
Deepest gratitude goes to all the staff at Redwood Lifestyle Care for their professionalism,
respectful care and support. In accordance with Murray’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.
His ashes will be interred with his son at a later date.
CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z.
Service Details
Private Cremation Has Been Held
From - Jenny Clarke
My deepest sympathy to you, Christobel and family. You will miss him so treasure your memories.
From Jenny Clarke, née Marx
From -Liz Anderson
To Chris and family, Sincere condolence's at the passing of Murray.
I remember him with much fondness from our shared JC days. May you find comfort knowing that he was much respected and that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many. Kind regards. Liz Anderson
I remember him with much fondness from our shared JC days. May you find comfort knowing that he was much respected and that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many. Kind regards. Liz Anderson
From - Jill Caslick
To Chris. My sincere condolences to you and your family at this sad and difficult time.
From - Allan Hill & Jill Bugler
Dear Chris, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Murray was a great mate during our
Airforce days and later in our retirement days. We had many enjoyable get togethers with you both.
Kind Regards from Foxy & Jill
From - John Urlich
Proud to have known you Murray. You always had time for a kind chat during our Woodbourne days.
