Max H. Murray

A funeral service for Max H. Murray, 81, of Grandview, will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, December 12, 2025, in the Crosier-Pearson Cleburne Funeral Home Chapel, located at 512 N. Ridgeway Dr, Cleburne, Texas 76033, with Pastor Roger Heath officiating. Interment will follow in the Grandview Cemetery with Tim Bates, Justin Watts, Michael Watts, Max Watts, Tommy Bates, and Preston Doss serving as pallbearers. There will be a time of visitation for family and friends from 1:00-2:00 PM at the funeral home prior to service.

Max H. Murray, of Grandview, passed away on November 30, 2025. Born on June 17, 1944, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Max lived a life characterized by love for his family and a passion for the outdoors.

Max was known for his many talents, particularly his love of fishing and his remarkable ability to fix anything that needed repair. Shirley often described him as a "frustrated inventor," showcasing his resourcefulness by creating something out of nothing. Max had a deep appreciation for nature, illustrated by his fondness for plants and his commitment to maintaining a beautiful yard. He found joy in refurbishing old cars throughout his life, and he took great pride in making every house he inhabited a beautiful home.

As a husband, Max was loving and devoted to his wife, Shirley Murray. He was a patient and caring father and the best "Pop".

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Altha Lee Murray.

Max is survived by his wife Shirley; his daughter Tammy Bates and her husband Tim; grandson, Justin Watts and his wife Lyndsey; great-grandchildren, Trinity Doss and her husband Preston, Michael Watts, Brookelyn Watts, and Max Watts; great-great-granddaughter, AveryAnn Doss; his brother, Henry Murray and wife Shirlie; his sister, Betty James and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Max H. Murray will be fondly remembered for his kindness, work ethic, and the positive impact he had on the lives of those around him. His legacy of love and creativity will forever be in the memories of his family and friends.

As I sit heaven

And watch you everyday

I try to let you know with signs

I never went away

I hear you when you're laughing

And watch you as you sleep

I even place my arms around you

To calm you as you weep

I see you wish the days away

Begging to have me home

So I try to send you signs

So you know you are not alone

Don't feel guilty that you have

Life that was denied to me

Heaven is truly beautiful

Just you wait and see

So live your life, laugh again

Enjoy yourself, be free

Then I know with every breath you take

You'll be taking one for me....