James Michael “Mike” Murray III, 79, of Ohioville, passed away unexpectedly on April 30th, 2026, at Heritage Valley Health System, Beaver Campus. He was born in Pittsburgh on May 15th, 1946, the son of the late James Michael Jr. and Catherine (Smiley) Murray. He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Roxann (Kubly) Murray, his stepchildren, Todd (Lisa) Koltes, Melissa (Scott) Hegarty, and Jill (Michael) Ceravolo, his grandchildren, Lily, Hailey, Bernie, Cole, Ethan, and Avery; as well as extended family members, and friends.

James received his master’s degree from Duquesne University and spent his professional life self-employed in the advertising industry. He attended Saints Peter and Paul Church in Beaver, part of Our Lady of the Valley Parish. He and Roxann wintered at The Villages, Florida, where he served as president of the Cape Cod Club and enjoyed spending time in Cape Cod, over the summer. In his free time, he enjoyed playing golf, watching the Pittsburgh Steelers and he never missed watching The Kentucky Derby.

Friends will be received on Tuesday, May 5th from 1 P.M. until the time of a Blessing Service at 4 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements. Fr. Howard Campbell will preside. In lieu of flowers, James’ family kindly requests that all memorial contributions be directed to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001, or any humane society or animal shelter of one’s choice.