Murray was born on September 12th, 1961 in Preeceville, Saskatchewan, to Alec and Frances Kashuba. He was raised on the family farm one mile south and one mile west of Hazel Dell, alongside his sister Phyllis, who was born 13 months earlier. In 1975, the family moved to Preeceville.

Growing up, Murray played football and hockey, and especially enjoyed curling with his family. He attended primary school in Hazel Dell until it closed, and continued his education at Sturgis Composite High School. He left school during his grade 12 year to work at a local auto body shop painting cars, before soon after heading to Alberta to work in the oilfield.

Murray valued hard work done right. He spent his life working with his hands and his mind, and there was no job too big or challenge too difficult. He took pride in everything he did and built a reputation as someone who could fix or figure out almost anything. He was often the person others turned to when something needed solving.

He had a gift for conversation and could talk to anyone. Murray had many friends throughout his life and was known for his straightforward nature, his humour, and his ability to connect with people from all walks of life.

Murray had a deep love for motorcycles and even built one of his own. He enjoyed riding and took great pride in his work and his projects. Murray was also creative in everything he did, including his passion for diamond-cutting engines. Quality craftsmanship done the old school way.

Music was also a big part of his life; he had an extensive collection ranging from Lynyrd Skynyrd to Long John Baldry. He attended many concerts and enjoyed live music throughout the years. 

Murray loved winding down with a good movie, often watching the same one over again. He would be heard quoting his favourite actors with the best impersonations to make his family laugh.

Above all, Murray’s greatest pride was his family. He met the love of his life, Rachael, in 2001, and they were married on November 6th, 2004. Together they built a life centered around love, hard work, and family.

The family grew with the arrival of their children: Brandi Lee, born on Murray’s birthday, September 12th, 1996, followed by Brittany Laine in 1998. Their son Brady Marshall was born in 2005. The family moved from Calgary to Preeceville a short year later to their forever home. The family was later completed with Isaac and Eli in 2015.

Murray loved his dogs, Joey and especially his chihuahua Stuey, who was a constant shadow on his side and often found in his big arms sharing a nap on the couch. 

Murray and Rachael found peace in their annual family camping trips to Manitou, a place to slow down and unwind. It became a cherished tradition for family and friends to drop in and share time together, gathered around the enormous campfires Murray built, fires that somehow always seemed bigger, warmer, and better than everyone else’s.

There was nothing Murray loved more than his family, and there was nothing he would not do for them. When he was not working, he was at home spending time with the people he loved most and creating memories together. He made sure his family experienced life fully and always felt supported.

One of his greatest joys was becoming a grandfather. Brandi and Emmit gave him the best Christmas gift with the arrival of his grandson, Bodhi Emmit Arneson in 2025.

Murray is predeceased by his grandparents, his father, Alec, and his sister, Phyllis.

He is lovingly remembered by his mother, Frances; his wife, Rachael; his children, Brandi (Emmit), Brittany (Christian), Brady, Eli, and Isaac; and his grandson Bodhi.

Murray will be deeply missed by all who knew him, and his memory will live on through the family he built, the lessons he taught, and the love he gave so freely.