Pamela Russell Murray
07/13/2023
Pamela Russell Murray, 68, died unexpectedly on July 13, 2023, at Johnson City Medical Center.
Pam was born on February 28, 1955, in Knoxville, Tennessee, the daughter of Paul F. Russell Jr. and Joan Taylor Russell. She graduated from David Crockett High School in 1972 and from the University of Tennessee in 1976.
Pam was preceded in death by her father. She is survived by her mother, her husband, Robert D.
Murray; her sons, William H. Wright, IV and wife, Stacey; Benjamin P. Wright and wife, Ginger as well as five grandchildren: William H. Wright V, Ethan Wright, Corbin Wright, Kayla Wright, and Collin Wright; sister, Patricia R. Hyder and brother, David P. Russell, M.D.
Pam worked in several different areas and was equally competent in each. She had worked for banks, attorneys, real estate offices and home remodeling. Her outgoing personality meant she never encountered a stranger, in fact, she often engaged in conversations with strangers to learn about their lives. An avid reader, her tablet remained with her at all times. She loved to travel, especially to explore national parks and beaches. Pam also proudly served as a Jonesborough Aldermen.
Funeral services will be held at Dillow Taylor Funeral Home, Jonesborough, TN on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at 4:00 PM. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, prior to the service. Interment will immediately follow the service at Fairview Cemetery.
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07/18/2023
Betty Jo Cloyd Dempsey
I am so sadden to hear of Pam's passing. We shared in so many fun adventures together from way back . . . 6th grade through high school and later as her son's 3rd grade teacher at JES. She has a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
07/18/2023
Paul and Debbie Masters
Dear Family, We are so sorry for your loss. May God Bless You and give you strength for the days ahead. We are praying for you.
07/17/2023
Bill and Melody Glover
Dear Bobby and family it is with great sorrow we learned of Pam’s death and desire to let you know our greatest condolences, love and prayers for all of you. We wish we could be there with you but desire that you understand our love we have had for both of you. I always enjoyed when you both came over to visit Geneva and the the time you gave to both Melody and myself. I will miss her joy and laughter and conversations we had. God be with you my friend and with your extended family. Your Coloradan friends, Bill and Melody Glover
I am saddened to hear of Pam's passing. Our earthly time goes back to childhood as music students of the late Ms. Henry I. Burbage. After that, as students at Jonesboro High School. I will remember Pam as a vibrant soul that could talk to anybody, about almost anything, anytime. While we have not conversed for a few years, she will remain in my memory as a beautiful person.
07/15/2023
Karen Bearfield
Over time friends go their separate ways but they never separate from shared experiences of the heart. We were neighbors for over 20 years. I watched her boys grow up, and I shared in their childhood mischief, laughter, and occasional tears.
At all times Pam gave me the gift of laughter. She could make me feel better about my day, cause me to look at things differently, and make me laugh out loud in the worst of times. Thanks again, Pam, for all the giggles.
Dear old friend Bobby, Pat, David, Mrs. Russell and family,
I once told Pam that one of my fondest memories of her went back so many years, when she was one of our town’s finest and most beautiful young ladies. I recall so clearly her bright smile, and the sweet aroma that poured from her, as she stood on the Courthouse steps for the town’s pageant.
Pam was an extraordinary soul, a woman of great intelligence, and gifts which generally exceeded our ability to measure.
Her understanding and compassion was thorough.
Her decency was complete.
Her sense of humor was great, and so delightful.
It was an honor to be considered her friend.
My sister and I extend our deepest condolences on the loss of this remarkable woman, who brought so much to everyone who knew her.
God bless each one of you.
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