Memorial Book for Murray Garceau
As you read these messages, may there be comfort in knowing that others are thinking of you.

The Benjamin Family



Barbars Mcgrew January 17, 2026 12:20 AM
Dear Bea, I am stunned and heartbroken for you and your family. Bud and I adored Murray and loved our FLtimes with both of you. He celebrated life to the fullest. I mourn with you. Batbara
Marlene Schlotterbeck January 10, 2026 11:23 AM
Murray my big brother You have always been to me what a brother should be. You have been my friend, always there for me when I needed you, throughout life from early days in school you were my protector and helped to guide me. You have always been loving, kind, caring, giving, a terrible teaser and jokester all this and so much more. I followed your lead and always carrying some $5 bills to give as thanks for good service or to help out someone in need. Many vacations were spent in Toronto with you, Bea and your amazing children enjoying your backyard pool, hockey games, plays and oh so many baseball games Later on my annual work holidays were spent with you and Bea in your beautiful Florida home.You welcomed me into your circle of friends enjoying the weekly movie nights as well as various outings including many delicious dinners out. In February of 2025 I was so blessed to be able to accompany you for two months at your Florida home. These two months have been some of the best memories I have with you the hockey game the sushi dinner; the prime rib dinners at the club house, many other places we dined, the drives we took and let’s not forget the hockey games you enticed me to watch and cheer for you Canadians. The two months went far too quickly and the memories will be lifelong. I saw first hand how you suffered and how you would rally to go out for coffee with your buddies or out for dinner.

I am the one now in pain the pain of losing my only sibling my big brother you have been with me for all of my 78 years always there for me only a call away. You will continue to be with me in spirit, your legacy of love, caring, giving and how precious family is will live on forever with me, my daughters and all of your amazing family. I love you ❤️
Brenda Abrams January 09, 2026 06:02 PM
Andrea, Joe & Family, My Deepest Condolences to you and your Family of the loss of you StepdadDad. May the Memories you hold Dear in your Heart help you through this difficult times. Just know that I am thinking of you.
Tom & Cheryl January 09, 2026 04:51 PM
Ben and Family, So sorry to hear about Murray’s passing, please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. May all the memories you have shared help through this difficult time .
Corinne January 09, 2026 04:02 PM
Dear Bea, Sending my heartfelt condolences to you and your beautiful family on the passing of your precious Murray. May your treasured memories bring you comfort as you hold Murray close in your hearts. May Murray''s memory be for a blessing and may you know no more sorrows. Fondly, Corinne
Baby JJ Blue and Melissa January 09, 2026 01:08 AM
Papa you will always remain in our hearts and little JJ will always have a photo of you two that he will cherish for years to come. I am so happy that you got to meet Jesse’s and Is bundle of joy. The way you looked at him and asked about him whenever you saw Andrea touched me deeply. Baby JJ will make sure Bubby B is behaving and doing well. All her grandchildren will keep her super busy. I know you’re not truly gone. You’re the one keeping us safe now, guiding us and watching over everyone you loved so much. We’ll honor you in everything we do. With that being said, Papa, you may have left our arms, but you’ll never leave our hearts. You watch over us now. ❤️❤️
RebeccaBookman Halpern and Sam Halpern January 08, 2026 12:09 PM
Dear Bea, and extended family, Sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Murray. May your good memories of a life well lived be a source of comfort to you at this difficult time. Rebecca and Sam Halpern
IDA & ALLEN SIDENBERG January 08, 2026 11:10 AM
“HaMakom yenacheim etchem betoch sha’ar aveiliei Tzion v’Yerushalayim” – May the Almighty comfort you among those who mourn for Zion and Jerusalem. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in these trying moments.
Robert Garceau and Alice Brazeau January 07, 2026 09:36 PM
Our sincere condolences Bea and family with a special thought for Marlene, Geoffrey and Benoit. Uncle Bob
Lisa Zuber January 07, 2026 02:53 PM
Bea and Family, We are So sorry to hear of the passing of Murray. Our thought and prayers are with you all. Lisa, David Zuber and family xoxo
Lisa Ungar Polster January 07, 2026 12:24 PM
Andrea, my sincere condolences to you and your family on your loss. May your fond memories offer you comfort at this difficult time.
The Cohen Family January 07, 2026 11:11 AM
Ian and family, We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your father. Please know how sorry we are for your loss. Losing a parent is incredibly difficult, and our hearts go out to you and your family during this time. Your father’s presence and the impact he had will always live on through you and the memories you shared together. We hope those memories bring you some comfort in the days ahead. Please know that you’re not alone. We’re here for you in any way you need, now or down the road. Sending you strength, love, and our deepest condolences.
Stuart and Cindy Novak January 07, 2026 12:42 AM
Dearest Bea and family, we feel the profound loss of Murray''s death and send our deepest condolences. Over 40 years we have celebrated the big events and the simple moments with you. As godparents to Daniel and Lauren, you were the steady, consistent loving influences that helped shape the adults they are today. We are holding dear the many memories of how deeply Murray loved you Bea. The twinkle in his eye and the teasing banter that would happen when you had a flaky moment. The legacy of Murray''s warmth and wisdom continues to shine through your family. May his memory forever be a blessing.
Jessie and Stan Goldstein January 06, 2026 10:04 PM
Dear Bea,Ian. Karen,Andrea and entire family. Our sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved Murray. It is so gratifying to read all the beautiful messages sent by your many friends and family. He was so loving and supportive to Bea and the entire family. Murray will be remembered by us for his warmth, sense of humour and generosity. We will miss his phone calls and friendship deeply. Rest in peace, Murray.
Carol Grosh & John Levi January 06, 2026 07:45 PM
Dear Bea and family. Our hearts go out to you with the loss of Murray. What a wonderful man he was. I always looked for his advice to ground me when we had decisions to make on the board. Meanwhile, John and I are here for you. If you ever need anything, just knock. Condolences.
Brenda Agasee & Ihor Mykytczuk January 06, 2026 07:35 PM
Dearest Bea, Karen, Andrea, Ian, Jordan, Melissa & Families – Our most heartfelt condolences on the tremendous loss of the unforgettable Murray. I’ve been blessed to know your family for over 40 years and I’ve always admired the love, kindness and tight family bond that he and Bea helped build at the heart of it. I love this picture of Murray. Such a friendly, welcoming face and a smile and eyes oozing with charm. I always wanted to hug and kiss him the minute I saw him. When I’d meet Karen at Bagel World for brunch, I’d often get there before her and tell the hostess that I was meeting “Murray’s Daughter” as everyone knew him there. We’d often end up there when Murray happened to be there too with some of his many lovely friends. He always made me feel so special when we’d see each other and liked to pick up our tab if Karen wasn’t able to stop him first. I saw him there in the spring and by the fall he wasn’t doing well and people were asking about him. His absence was felt there and will be felt everywhere by so many now that he is gone. Words cannot express our sadness of this loss. We will think of him often and secretly root for the Ottawa Senators when we watch them play the Leafs and I’ll treasure the image etched in my mind of him in the Toronto Blue Jays World Champions Back 2 Back jacket from all those years ago. May his memory forever be a blessing and a comfort and inspiration for all of you for today, tomorrow and always. He will be forever remembered and forever missed. Sending hugs, healing wishes, friendship and love to all. XO
Bernice Kerzner January 06, 2026 06:08 PM
Condolences to Bea (very old friend) and all your family. He leaves a beautiful legacy. May he rest in peace.
Valerie Rackow January 06, 2026 04:49 PM
Condolences Ian, Karen and Andrea and Families on the loss of your beloved father. May his memory be a blessing to you all.
Jan Landau January 06, 2026 11:17 AM
Dear Bea, Ian, Karen, Andrea and families, I am saddened to learn of Murray''s passing. I have many fond memories of Murray and always felt his warmth, kindness, and loved his infectious smile. I always admired his devotion to his family, both immediate and extended. I hope that during this difficult time of sorrow, you will find comfort in the love of family and friends. May your joyous memories keep his memory alive and he lives on in the generations to come. May he be bound up in the bond of eternal life and may you know no more sorrow. Jan Landau
Joni and Lui Frisz January 06, 2026 09:11 AM
Bea, Ian, Karen, Andrea and families we were so sorry to hear of Murray''s passing. He was always so friendly and warm. We hope the many wonderful family memories you have of him will live on forever and help you through this difficult time. Joni, Lui and Family
Irene and Wayne Novak January 06, 2026 08:25 AM
Dear Bea and family, our hearts are with you on the tremendous loss of Murray. A true gentleman and kind spirit. May his memory be a blessing. May you be comforted by the mourners of Zion.
Tova Reiser January 06, 2026 06:50 AM
Dear Bea and Family, Please accept my sincere condolences on Murray’s passing. Although I have not seen you for many many years I remember coming to your home quite often as a young child. I remember him well and have seen your beautiful life together through your pictures. May his Memory be a Blessing to all of you. BDE Tova (Goldenberg) Reiser.
Vito & Joanne January 05, 2026 11:05 PM
Bea, so sorry to hear about Murray. Always a pleasure to see! We are sending you our condolences! May he rest in peace! Joanne & Vito Down 2 Earth Gardening. 🙏
Dodo & Liney Bronstein January 05, 2026 09:14 PM
Dear Bea, Ian, Karen & Andrea, Please accept our sincere condolences on Murray''s passing. We knew him as a fun guy with a warm smile and a generous heart. May your wonderful memories sustain you in your time of grief. BDE
Geoffrey Garceau January 05, 2026 09:03 PM
Dear Dad You can now rest in peace. You’re no longer suffering. You had a wonderful life with Bea of over 55 years. You were a great Dad to Ian, Karen and Andrea. A grandfather and great grandfather. You left the Ottawa Gatineau region over 45 years ago and people still talk about you as a great salesman, owner of MPS auto supply. Your sense of humour will not be forgotten Dad. RIP Geoff & Tina
Sheila Agasee January 05, 2026 08:02 PM
Dear Bea, Karen, Andrea and Family. Heartfelt condolences on the passing of Murray. May your lifetime of memories bring you comfort at this difficult time. May his memory be for a blessing. Sending you all warm hugs. fondly Sheila
Cheryl Ebidia January 05, 2026 06:52 PM
Dear Karen and Family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. Cheryl & James Ebidia
Davida Gerber January 05, 2026 05:35 PM
Sweet Bea, I’m sending my most sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved Murray. He was a very kind and charismatic man, and you were such a devoted wife. To Karen, Melissa and the whole family, I’m so sorry for your loss. May all the wonderful memories give you comfort and warmth during this time of intense grief. May Murray’s memory be forever a blessing.
Lynda Basian and Family January 05, 2026 01:15 PM
Our heartfelt sympathy to all Murray''s family. Murray made a difference in everyone''s lives. He was truly loved and supported right till the end. May you find comfort and strength in your loving memories and from the support you have from everyone who cares so deeply. Murray will be greatly missed.
Laura January 05, 2026 01:05 PM
I have some of the fondest memories of my childhood visiting Toronto and spending time with Uncle Murray, Aunt Bea, and my older cousins (who always showed me so much kindness and patience). Every visit was an adventure because Uncle Murray had a way of making me feel like the most important person in the world. Whether I was following him around at work (probably annoying all his employees with my endless “What’s this? What’s that?”), pressing every button in his car just to see what would happen, or going to as many Blue Jays games as he could pack into a trip - I think our record was nine games in two or three weeks - he made every moment unforgettable. We even had our own little inside joke: “Laura, did you hear? They’re widening the 401.” I still have no idea how it started, but with Uncle Murray, a joke could last a lifetime. That was part of his charm, his infectious laugh, his generosity of spirit, and those incredible hugs that made you feel so safe and seen. Looking back, I realize how much he gave me at a time when I needed it most. As an awkward teenager trying to figure out who I was. I will always carry those memories with me. I love you, Uncle Murray. Always and forever. My deepest condolences to you, Aunt Bea, and the entire family. My heart is with you all as we remember and celebrate such a special man.
Rochelle Brownstein January 05, 2026 11:10 AM
Dear Bea and family. Murray was a wonderful person who genuinely cared about his family and friends. He will be missed. Thank goodness we have wonderful memories to keep him alive. Love Shelley & Paul
Janice and David Roberts January 05, 2026 10:02 AM
Dear Bea, Karen, Andrea, Ian and family. So sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. Murray loved all of you. He was always kind and welcoming, his family came first, He will be forever in your hearts.
Margo Gewurtz January 05, 2026 09:23 AM
Dear Bea, Ian, Karen, Andrea, Geoffrey and families: We were deeply sad to learn of Murray’s passing. He was cherished as “Uncle Murray” to our children, a kind, witty, generous person with a big heart and an even bigger smile. He was also a person of deep moral integrity something we so greatly admired. Family was everything to Murray and we cherish our memories of so many happy family times with him. We know you will find comfort in your own memories and the love and support of family and friends. May his memory be for a blessing. Margo, Shalom, Michelle and Julia Stevie Gewurtz.
Arlene & Steven Maislin January 05, 2026 07:57 AM
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your husband, Father and Great Grandfather. Murray will be missed by so many. BDE
Debby Lowy January 05, 2026 07:22 AM
Dear Bea, Karen and Andrea, I’m so sorry to hear about Murray’s passing. He was a lovely person and I always enjoyed talking to him over the years. May the wonderful memories of your dear Murray give you comfort. May his memory be a blessing.
Rhona and Morris Berengut January 04, 2026 11:06 PM
Dear Karen, Jordan and Melissa and families, our deepest sympathies on your loss. May your fond memories provide comfort at this sad time. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. Rhona and Morris
Rhonda Landau Levine January 04, 2026 10:45 PM
Dear Bea, Ian, Karen, Andrea and Families. I am so sorry to hear about Murray''s passing. I always remember him as a very kind man with a smile. May his memory be a blessing for all of you. Wishing you no more sorrows.
Harry Borenstein & Christine Caulford January 04, 2026 10:08 PM
Dear Bea and entire family. Our sincerest condolences. Murray will always be remembered as a genuinely good and decent man. He will be missed.
Perry P. Simardone January 04, 2026 09:43 PM
Andrea and Joe, I am saddened to hear the news of Murray''s passing. I know that you both spent a great deal of time caring for him for the past several years, you are both living examples of how children should honour their parents, as it tells us on the written tablets. I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prays are with you at this time.
Joanne and Stan Clark January 04, 2026 09:08 PM
Dear Bea, We are so very sorry to hear of Murray’s passing today. He was, and will always be, dearly loved by us all. We will remember Murray for his warm kindness, endless generosity, and of course his sharp witted sense of humor. The impact he had on our lives will live on forever, and know he will be dearly missed by so many. We wish you much love, strength and comfort in the days ahead, and may your cherished memories help bring you moments of peace. Sending hugs and lots of love to you, Ian, Karen, Andrea and the whole clan. xoxo
The Bly Family January 04, 2026 09:04 PM
Our sincere condolences on the passing of the patriarch of Garceau family May your father’s ascent to the heavens above be surrounded by angels God bless his soul May your Dad Rest In Peace
Corby and Hayley Saltzman January 04, 2026 08:31 PM
Dear Andrea, Joe, Josh and Jessie Hayley and I are very sorry to hear about Murray passing this morning. Our sincere condolences. You’re in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.
Evelyn James and Brian Slabodkin January 04, 2026 08:26 PM
Dear Family, Our deepest condolences on the loss of your wonderful Murray. I only had the pleasure of meeting him once, but his sweetness and charm exudes from him and it was very memorable. May the memory of him always be for a blessing, just as he was on earth.
Susan and Jeffrey Milne January 04, 2026 07:23 PM
Dear Karen and Sherman Family We are sending you our deepest condolences on the loss of your Father. May you memories be of comfort at this sad time.
Bob and Jo January 04, 2026 07:01 PM
We were saddened to learn of Murray’s passing after his courageous battle. We enjoyed his company and will remember his wonderful whit and sense of humour. Our sincere condolences to Bea and all of her family.
The Silverberg Family January 04, 2026 06:49 PM
Dear Karen: We are sending you and your beautiful family our sincere condolences. Berney and I are thinking of you all with heavy hearts.Murray was such a lovely man & we know how much each and every one of you loved him. May you find peace in knowing that his memory will live on in the hearts of all of those who were blessed to have known this kind and gentle soul.
Debbie January 04, 2026 05:33 PM
Sending my condolences to the family on the passing of Murray. May he rest in paradise pain free
Eileen Landau January 04, 2026 05:00 PM
Dearest Bea, Ian and Randi,Karen, Andrea and Joe, and Ben and Tina and Marlene, and extended family of Murray. My heartfelt condolences to all of you on the passing of your beloved Murray. He was so loved by everyone that he came in contact with. He was a friend to everyone. May the special memories help ease the pain in the days ahead. With much love to all Murray’s loved ones and dear friends. Eileen
The Yuranyi Family January 04, 2026 04:14 PM
Papa Murray was a giant of a man! He was the sweetest loving Papa! He has left an amazing Legacy and he will live on in our hearts forever! All our Love the Yuranyi Family
Sandy and Richard Merrill January 04, 2026 03:45 PM
Dear Bea and Family, Richard and I send our deepest condolences. Cherish all your memories at this difficult time. Richard and Sandy Merrill
Helen January 04, 2026 03:43 PM
I was deeply saddened to hear of Murray’s passing after his valiant battle. It is a comfort to know that he is suffering no more. My heartfelt condolences to Bea, Andrea, Karen, and the entire family. Murray was a kind and gentle giant, and he will be missed dearly by all who knew him. His warmth, strength, and generosity of spirit left a lasting mark. Though he is no longer with us, his memory will forever be a blessing. Wishing the whole family long life and strength. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem, and may Murray’s memory never be forgotten. MHDSRIP 💔💔💔