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A. (Albert) Murray Lount (a.k.a. Murray Jr.)
August 11th, 1925 - February 24th, 2006
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| 2 - March 24, 2006 4:09 pm |
| Name: | Ralph Sultan |
| Location: | West Vancouver |
| Comments: | Some reflections on Murray Lount, P.Eng. I am Ralph Sultan, member of the British Columbia legislative assembly (MLA) for West Vancouver-Capilano. My connection with Murray was two-fold: He was President of the BC Liberal Party Riding Association for West Vancouver in the days when the (provincial) Liberal Party barely existed. Now, it is the governing party of British Columbia. So, one might say, Murray’s pioneering work on behalf of this political party finally bore abundant fruit, for which all British Columbians – in my own not entirely disinterested view – should be grateful. When I came along in 2001, the executive lineup had changed, and I was plunged into working with what one might call the second or third generation of what Murray had started. The second connection I had with Murray derives from the fact that like Murray, I am a professional engineer. These people (P.Eng.’s) constitute the second largest body of self-governing professionals in the province, with 23,000 members of our association APEGBC. Far bigger than the accountants and lawyers, and outnumbered only by the registered nurses. Murray surely had a long and distinguished career as a professional engineer. It is unusual, particularly looking at Murray’s generation, to find engineers mixed up in politics, so it is all the more laudable that Murray did this – as well as finding time to father 8 children. Coming from a family of 8 children myself, I have some sense of wonder and admiration for the productivitiy of the Lount household. I met Murray at Savary Island Pie Company, on Marine Drive in West Vancouver, only 24 months ago. He was sitting by the window, and shared his table with me, and I introduced myself. When he informed me of his past presidency, I was embarrassed not to have known that fact. (But I have found politics is based on remarkably short memories!) We had an interesting chat over strong coffee and bumbleberry pie as I recall, and I returned to the office, and made sure Murray was at least on my Christmas Card list. It is with sorrow and with condolences to the Lount clan, that I reflect on his life and my brief interval of contact with Murray in his final couple of years. I would have come to the memorial service if I had not been confined to home with my own medical situation at the time of the funeral mass. My regrets. The world needs more Murray Lounts. -- Ralph Sultan, MLA |
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| 3 - March 21, 2006 6:38 am |
| Name: | Donna Yeo |
| Location: | Toronto |
| Comments: | I wish to express my sincere condolences to the Lount family. I never had the privilege of meeting Mr. Lount, but I have been privileged to have a long association with the Lount family (I met Liz in high school and we have been friends ever since). My prayers are with you. |
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| 4 - March 8, 2006 12:02 pm |
| Name: | Dennis & Emma Brooks |
| Location: | Vernon, British Columbia |
| Comments: | Dear Steve& Marg, At this time we wish to extent our sincere condolences to both of you. Steve, although we did not know your father personally upon reading his biography we could not help but remark at his many accomplishments & unigue talents. He was very much a man before his time. Love, Dennis & Emma |
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| 6 - March 8, 2006 9:25 am |
| Name: | Dawn Birley |
| Location: | Vancouver, BC |
| Comments: | I was shocked to hear of Murrays passing. I felt numb for a while. My best memories of Murray where when he would come to work in the mornings, and be so deep in thought that he would walk right by me. I would say good morning, and he would stop and think for a second before responding. I think I almost startled him. I could always get a good smile from him with that, and that is what I will always remember most. |
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| 7 - March 7, 2006 10:09 pm |
| Name: | Ray Sandrin |
| Location: | North Vancouver |
| Comments: | I had the pleasure of working with Murray while he was President of the West Vancouver Liberal Riding Association. He was a true gentleman! I would like to offer my condolences to his family. |
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| 8 - March 7, 2006 8:48 pm |
| Name: | Mario Mak |
| Location: | Vancouver, B.C. |
| Comments: | Murray, You are a great engineer, programmer and a great friend. You are my previous employer but become more like a mentor to me. I truely miss the opportunity to come to see and talk to you annually during the holiday seasons. I remember I always come out learning something from you each time I come to talk to you. Well, goodbye my friend and hope your coming life would be an enjoyable life as this one but please do not work too hard! |
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