Irving Ralston "Herbie" Murray – 69, Bible Hill, passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2015, at home. Born October 13, 1946, in Truro, he was a son of the late Harold and Lillian (MacCallum) Murray.

Herbie worked as a taxi driver for Layton’s Taxi for 47 years and just recently semi-retired. An avid craftsman, he enjoyed building models, especially ships, and painting. He enjoyed fishing with friends at various places and loved going to antique car and gun shows; he was a very familiar face and never missed a show.

Herbie is survived by his loving wife, Marjorie (Johnstone); children, Patty Murray, Bible Hill; Angela (Craig) Castle, Hardwoodlands; Adam Murray, Bible Hill; grandchildren, Chelsea, Corinne, Devin; brother, Floyd (Carol) Murray, Harmony; several nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his grandson, Joseph MacKenzie.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall – Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where Herbie’s family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m., Saturday, November 21, 2015, and funeral service 2:30 p.m., Sunday, November 22, 2015, Reverend Matt Forrest officiating. Reception will follow. If so desired, donations in Herbie’s memory to Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of choice are welcomed. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Herbie’s obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com