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Laura Willet (Murray) Lisby, 64

June 23, 2017

Laura W. Lisby, 64, of Lancaster, went home to be with her Lord on June 23, 2017 at Hospice & Community Care, Mt. Joy. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert W. and Lucille W. (Nixon) Murray.
Laura is survived by her husband, Howard Lisby, of Lancaster. The two enjoyed traveling on road trips together, loved watching old movies, especially John Wayne and Clint Eastwood movies. They often joked together and made each other heart smile.
Laura loved attending church. She was a long member of First Corinthian Baptist Church of Philadelphia, where the current Pastor, Rev. Dennis Thomas were Sunday school classmates. She also was a member of the Thompson Community Choir.
Laura was a dietician at The Long Home Community and Conestoga View Nursing Home.
She enjoyed playing bingo, cards, visiting the casinos in Atlantic City, NJ, cooking for her family, and visiting Baltimore. Laura was always known to be the life of the party. Her belief for life was living the “aloha” spirit. She loved to dance and had five dance partners, her sons.
She is survived by four sons, James Edward Murray, husband of James Charles Roberts, of Kapolei, HI, Julian Earl Murray, of Philadelphia, Antwine Jerome Murray, of Lancaster, Garnie Murray, husband of Angelina, of Lancaster, four grandchildren, Shakur, Sa-nyia, Zykirah, Miykha, 1 great grandchild, a brother, Walter Murray, husband of Marilyn, of Philadelphia, and a sister, Hattie Gardner, wife of David, of Philadelphia, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and hani ‘ohana (family). She was preceded in death by a son, Antonio “Tony” Murray (2004), and two brothers, Tyrone Murray and Talib Abdul.
Home Going Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, June 29th, 2017 at Greater St. Matthew Baptist Church, 1538 West Wingohocking St., Philadelphia, PA 19140 at 11AM. Viewings will be held on Wednesday at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 414 E. King St. Lancaster, PA 17602 (6PM-8PM) and again Thursday morning at the church (9AM-11AM). Interment will take place on Friday, June 30th at 9AM at Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

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June 29, 2017

Eddie & Family, 
   Sending love & God’s peace to you all during this difficult time. I so wish I could be there just to give you a hug Eddie! It’s okay to take your due process… it will take time. I pray you find joy in remembering her smile,  comfort in remembering her touch and peace in remembering her love for you. Know that I’m thinking of you and you’re in my prayers! 💜 Nicole “Nikki” Turner

June 28, 2017

Sending Prayers and Condolences to all the Family and Friends..She was a Great Women who raised 5 fine Men..Shes always with yous and in your hearts..Sending Gods healing touch on all the tears shed..And Love will never be lost.. (717) #Salute

June 28, 2017

To my Co-worker “Gee”and his family – I know I could speak for the DFSCO Crew that we are all sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Please know that you are in our prayers and we thinking about you. If you need anything, please call us…we are here for you. May the LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Amen
Mrs. Jackie Aldae & The DFSCO CREW

June 28, 2017

My deepest condolences to Julian and family. 

June 28, 2017

So sorry for your loss. We will be praying for the family to have strength in moments of weakness. We’re here for the family. Lots of love and hugs. Arelys and Josh Elliott.

June 27, 2017

My most heartfelt and sincere condolences to Eddie, Garnie and the entire Family.  May God comfort you as your mother rests in eternity.  Errol Horne-Williams

June 27, 2017

May God continue to comfort & cover you during this most difficult time.
Vanessa
 
 
 

June 27, 2017

My heart gos Out to the family so Sorry for ypur Loss 

June 26, 2017

Sincere condolences and prayers to the family. Sending ALOHA from Hawaii.
Michael & Barbara Jackson

June 26, 2017

To the Murray/Lisby Family:
Our deepest heartfelt Condolences to you, Eddie and your Ohana.Cherish in your mom’s memories and hold tight to her teachings. Let her and God shine through you and your family. Be strong and proud for she has taught and raised you well. You trust in God’s Holy Spirit for it will help you cope and ease your pain while you grieve. We love you.
 
God’s Grace
Bryant and Renita’ Matsumoto

June 26, 2017

Sincere condolences to you and your entire family Eddie.  So hard to lose a parent, especially when so young.  Love to you and yours. Laurie

June 26, 2017

Sending our prayers and condolences to you and your family, my Brother in Christ. Your mother has always and will continue to be your guardian angel. Continuous Blessings to you all. Love, The Robinson Family (TMBC Hawaii)

June 26, 2017

Sending much love, thoughts, prayers and positive energy.  Aloha!  Dione Andrews

June 26, 2017

To my brother, Julian and his family.  My deepest condolence.   May God strengthen your family during this trying time.  Prayers to you.  Monica Lewis

June 26, 2017

Deacon Johnson and I send our condolences and are praying for strength, unity, and comfort for you and your brothers and extended family❤
Love,
Bev and Frank Johnson

June 26, 2017

My Condolences To My Nephew Ed & His Family… I Will Truly Miss Laura’s Sweet Spirit…I Will Continue To Pray For You & Your Family…May God Keep You & Your Family In His Loving Arms… ♡ ♡ ♡ 

June 26, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family. Laura was an extraordinary friend to myself and her girl Alexis. She will be deeply missed. She was truly an amazing person. I know she is in heaven singing and dancing with Jesus… Sapinna Verden

June 26, 2017

Mommy I am going to miss you so very much! I will continue to protect your honor!
Love Eddie

June 26, 2017

To My Cousin Julian & Family,
I send my deepest condolences & I pray that God be your source of comfort at this time & That you all seek refuge in him. I pray that God heals your mourning heart and ease the pain. The bible says “to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord”. So know that your mother is no longer suffering she is pain free & celebrating new life. Continue to keep God first. I love you much.
Yunique Williame & Family

June 26, 2017

Prayer to you and your family Eddie!!

June 26, 2017

so sorry for yall loss I know how y’all feel I been there just remember to hold on in there and hold y’all head up and siblings y’all stick together…..from dee. Jordan
 
 
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June 26, 2017

She will be missed!  Love, strength and prayers!  Bridget

June 26, 2017

My condolences to your family Although we as a family were separated by distance Laura always made it a point to keep family ties by posting encouraging comments on Facebook and letting all of us know we were connected Sending love and prayers from all of the Abdullah family in Atlanta GA

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Wednesday, June 28, 2017
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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414 East King Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
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Thursday, June 29, 2017
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