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Jedidiah “Jed” Dewey Murray passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 16, 2023 at the age of 36.
Beloved son, brother bear, Dad-idiah, grandson, uncle, nephew, cousin, most loyal of friends, most likely to give you the actual shirt off of his back, and the most handy of handymen this side of the Chattahoochee.
All of Columbus and beyond grieve with us the loss of the kindest man, with the biggest heart, that we were all so blessed to call ours. Always the last to leave and the first to arrive in times where help was needed, Jed was a bright light to everyone who met him – a genuine soul who never met a stranger. He was the biggest goofball who had others belly laughing often – his laughter was contagious and his silent guffaws were truly something to behold.
Jed was an extreme sports enthusiast – a snowboarder, wakeboarder, and an avid skateboarder. He enjoyed a good game of golf and loved watching sports of all kinds – especially college football; an Alabama fan just like his Daddy Jack. He was also an outdoorsman, a fisherman, a builder, a handyman, a mechanic of sorts, and everyone’s favorite problem-solver — if he didn’t know how to do something, it wouldn’t take him long to figure it out. His fix-it skills and love of DeWalt power tools were so legendary that many of his friends teased him that his middle name should be DeWalt rather than Dewey! A business major with an entrepreneurial spirit, Jed’s endless good vibes and positivity were the fuel behind his many successful ventures and accolades.
Jed was a walking blessing to everyone whose life he touched by spreading hope, joy, love, and sunshine. He truly had a heart for people and never turned away anyone that asked something of him. At the end of the day, it is a far easier task to create a list of things that Jed couldn’t do than to create a list of things that he could.
He was the best holiday sous chef at family gatherings – you could find him at his cousin’s side every holiday to help with the Reeses Pies, the one ready to make the meanest Moscow Mule on beach trips, a shoe aficionado who had more shoes than his sister (which is saying something ), a motorcyclist, an old car lover just like his Paw Paw, a Musicophile – known to freestyle without hesitation, a writer of lyrical prose, an unbeatable force (literally) in the game of Clue, and immensely enjoyed a good game of Canasta with his mom, Risk with his dad, and Uno with his son. Jed also dove headfirst into the world of Fortnight, all the better to play with his favorite nephew Joseph — and in any real-life battle he was always the one you would want by your side. He adored intellectual discussion and debate; his clever mind was always working to get to the heart of the matter. Jed led the charge helping research, meal-prep, and do whatever it took to ensure his mother was able to conquer cancer.
Jed loved reading books with his son River and worked tirelessly to share the world with him. They loved skateboarding, fishing, swimming, going to Launch, and playing together. One of their favorite activities was watching for eagles together to remind them of “PawPaw” Jack. Jed loved nothing more than spending time with his son; his entire life orbited around the light of the love he had for him.
Jedidiah is survived by his former partner and co-parent, Melissa Posey, and their son River Murray, beloved Mother Latrelle Dover, Bonus Dad Michael Dover, and his “Sis-Star” Lauryl and brother (in-law) Todd Andrae, his nephew Joseph Rogers and his MeeMaw Gloria Crisler. Jedidiah is also survived by his many aunts, uncles and cousins, as well as many friends. He was preceded in death by his Dad, Jack Murray.
Anyone who knew him will tell you, Jed was one in a zillion, and we will miss him with all the strength in our hearts.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made to the Go Fund Me that has been created to provide for Jedidiah’s son. If Jed ever reached out a helping hand your way, please consider donating to the person he loved most on this earth.
We invite you to join us at one or all of the events below Celebrating Jed. (His multi-faceted life deserves every bit of celebrating and will take more than one party to do so)
Wake and Skate with Scott and the Cuckoo Collective Family
Saturday July 8, 2023 at 9:00 AM EST
Location: The Jonathan Hatcher Skateboard Park
200 4th Street
Columbus, GA 31901
An all ages event to skate in honor of Jed and the sport he adored.
Lakeside Fellowship with Friends –
The First Annual “Jedfest”
An outdoor evening of music, stories, food and fellowship
Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 5:00 PM EST
Location: Sizemore Road in Box Springs GA
Input the following coordinates into GPS
32.53880° N, 84.65449° W
Contact Justin Sellers at 706.580.5453 for any questions about event or directions.
A Celebration of Life Gathering
Sunday, July 9, 2023 at 3:00 PM EST
Location: Macon’s Place
108 Macon Drive
Cataula, GA 31804
Please contact Lauryl Andrae at 720.324.9760 with any questions.
Justin Sellers says
Rest easy king
Melissa Posey says
Miss you forever. See you in our next life. Dadidiah AAF
Jay Chapman says
Love you Brother.
Lynne Austin says
Prayers for his family!! Special prayers for River and Melissa❤️❤️
Schrecengost family says
Deepest condolences to the all family friends of Jed.
WHAT A GREAT SOUL!!!!
****YOU BE MISSED****
Erika Sanchez says
You will forever be an inspiration in this world. Love and miss you Jed! Prayers for all the family and his son ❤️
Steve R. Blanchett says
Our Most Sincere Condolences Cousin! May God provide his comforter in these difficult times! We Love You All! Steve, Susie, Steve Robert n Elizabeth of Newport, TN.
Mikey Smajd says
To your family and friends my sincerest condolences. Your love and good spirit will always remain. Rest well, my friend.
Eli Humphries says
I wish I was better with words, but there are no words. I lost my brother. I’m going to miss you Jed. You changed my life for the better. I love you big homie. ❤️
Patti Martin says
Your Aunt Patti loves you forever and always
Ted & Mary Sanders says
Our deepest love, prayers, and sympathy to Jed’s precious family. It was always a blessing to see his handsome face at many family gatherings over the years and he will be and is already greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
RIP Young Jed!!!
Joann Kim says
I’m so sad and so heartbroken for your family and friends and esp for River. May God rest your soul eternally. Rest in Heaven Jed🩵 You will be deeply missed.
Bryan Vanacore says
Love you brother! Best friend, super dad & an inspiration in all you do. I think about you every day & wish we had more time, but it’s all love. Until I see you again, We’ll Meet in Our Dreams. Jed 4 Life! ♥
Billy Mcgraw says
I never new you Jed, but your mom went to school with us. She is dear to us and so are you.
With love and faith from our family to yours.
Billy, Vicki, Todd and Patsy.
Rest in peace Brother Jed.
Billy McGraw says
Wish I had known him.
Taryn Pratt says
It has been years since I have seen or spoke to you. But I still can see that big beautiful smile, you were always such a happy and kind guy and it’s apparent that you carried that with you even after high school. I pray you rest in peace old friend.
Justin Townsend says
The world is going to miss your light. Until we all get to see you again, keep us under your wings big bro.
Paul J Groover says
You brought Love, Laughter, and Light into so many hearts. You will be missed terribly, but never forgotten.
James and Laura Henderson says
From the time you were a little boy, you had adventure in your soul Jed. You were full of life, and brought so much joy to all of us.
We are praying for peace and the comfort of the Holy Spirit to surround your sweet precious family as they learn to adjust to life without you in it. You will be missed Jed. Your life mattered to so many people. We will remember you and love you always.
Drew says
You’ll never know how much I looked up to you. How cool I thought you were and how I wish we spent more time together. I’m glad our boys got to play and we got to catch up. I miss you, man.
Michael Burt says
Jed it was a privilege being your uncle for the last 24 years. I only regret that I didn’t get to know you better. You will truly be missed. I pray God would grant a spirit of peace and comfort over Melissa, River,Latrelle,Mike,Lauryl,Todd,Joseph and the many other family members and friends who are left to grieve your loss.
MARY PHELPS says
My deepest condolences to My cousin Latrelle and Michael, Laurel, Todd, Melissa, River, Joseph, Sam, Robin, Janie, Robert, Wanda & Brad & so many more family and friends of Jed’s. I’ve have heard it said that “The measure of a Life is not determined by it’s longevity; but rather by it’s donation to those lives it touched”. Jed’s Life touched my and so many other’s lives in such a beautiful way that the beauty, love and joy he left behind is simply measureless! RIP precious One! 🙏🏼🫶🏼❤️✝️
Jake says
Jed. You showed me how to be confident in a way only you could. I wish we could go back in time and just skate the day away. I hope I see you again after this life. I love you.
Rose Martin says
May God bless the family with peace and understanding. God does not take only the bad , he wants the good too. I pray that River will always remember the good times they shared.
Stephanie B. on East Britt David says
Jed, you were the kindest neighbor. Always offering to help. Although you only lived across the street from me for a short time, I definitely enjoyed watching you and River spending time together, bonding in the front yard. I KNEW you were the greatest Dad based on the time you spent with him.
When you told me you were selling the house, i was so bummed. But I was completely shocked to hear the terrible news of your passing, Especially after the long call about how much you loved your mom and wanted to move closer to her. After that call, i remember thinking how BLESSED your mom was to have a son like you. We can never make sense of deaths like this, but the ripple effect of your absence felt by others, is long and wide.
I pray peace from God on your entire family, friends, and your business partner. May the memories they have, stay with them through their lifetime without you. My big regret is not taking the time to get to know you better b/c after reading all these messages, clearly i missed out. Skate on – Stephanie
Matilda Hudgins Adams says
Praying for my cousin in the loss of her son.
Tearra Runion says
I’m going to miss you cousin 😢 all the what ifs and could haves go through my mind. Really wish I would have taken the time to come visit. Rest in heaven Jed 💕 we will see each other again!
Pam Botts says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jed was one of the sweetest people I’ve ever known. He will be missed terribly by everyone.
Even as a small child in pioneer club I could see how much he loved Jesus♥️
I love you all so much!
Brian says
“This blows like my left lung doesn’t!” to put it mildly–An inside joke that Jed would say that would leave me in stitches–He was such a memorable guy. Rest in peace, Jed. 🙏🏼
Bill and Sherry Ellison says
Our hearts break for Jed’s family and all who loved him. Prayers for those who are hurting during this most difficult time. We know he will be greatly missed.
Pam Merritt says
Jed sounds like he was an awesome person. Timothy has called me several times. I know he is heartbroken as well as the rest of yall. I have thought of you all so much lately. I’m praying for comfort for you all through this hard time.
Melisa Laney Tillery says
I pray that the peace of God that surpasses all understanding is with you during this time. I don’t understand or have words to express my sincere condolences to you my dear extended family during this time. I know the unexpected sudden passing of someone loved so much hurts beyond measure. It is hard to understand. I pray for comfort for you. Praying.
Wileys and Burtons says
Praying for you all during this devastating time. Holding you in our thoughts and in our hearts. 🤍
James and Susan Warren says
Jed was such a warm and caring person. I know he really loved his family and it’s very evident in reading some these posts. He will forever be in our hearts. Our prayers are now for family and friends who are now left here. But soon we will all be together in a much anticipated place. We pray for peace and comfort to all.
Frosty says
A friend to all. A brother to many. Life will never be the same. We will miss you every day brother. Our thoughts are with the ones you loved. Rest in peace my brother. I’ll see you at the skatepark in the sky.