Kathy Murray

Mary Kathleen Murray (Kathy), 90, passed away peacefully at home on July 25, 2025, following a long illness.

Kathy was born on May 21, 1935, in Wonderland Park, near Gahanna, to Eugene and Kathleen Murray. She grew up in the Hilltop neighborhood, attending Catholic schools. She attended The Ohio State University and, later, Otterbein College. She had a vibrant and diverse career. At OSU Hospitals she supervised the transcription pool in medical records and worked for Dr. Robert M. Zollinger, a prominent surgeon, editing many of his professional papers. She was the office manager for the memorable Wine Cellar Restaurant, and an executive assistant to notable clients.

She was a proud original resident of the Little Turtle condominiums, where she served on the board and was a long-time editor of its newsletter. She was a running enthusiast; she ran and placed in the annual Hocking Hills Indian Run for over 35 years. She loved being with good friends cycling, sailing, and camping, especially in the Hocking Hills. Kathy was also a self-taught and talented nature photographer.

Kathy is survived by her partner of many years, Dale Bell, her grandchildren Jessica Wallace, her husband Tom and great grandson Henry of Denver, Colorado; and Rachael Dawes, her husband Kody and his daughter Laramie of Deer Trail, Colorado; her brother Michael Murray and sister-in-law Susan, of Grove City, Ohio; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents and her daughter, Jeanne Murray.

Friends may call at Newcomer Funeral Home in Grove City (3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123) starting at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, August 2. A memorial service will be held in the same location at 3:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Private interment will be at a later date at the New Lexington Cemetery.