Elizabeth Darlene Murray

Elizabeth Darlene "Dar" Murray, 72, of Wapakoneta, passed away at 5:57 p.m., Friday, July 25, 2025 at Mercy Health - St. Rita's. She was born on February 15, 1953 in Springfield, to Lloyd and Geneva (Harrison) Bowman who have preceded her in death. On June 30, 2009 she married Jeff Murray, who survives.

Survivors also include three daughters, Kerry (Trent) Roach, of Casstown, Susan (Steve) Prince, of St. Paris, Sarah (Cole) Druck, of Tipp City; three step-children, Roger (Johanna) Murray, Jon (Leticia) Murray, Angela Kohlrieser; twelve grandchildren, Sheena (Caleb Delk) Roach, Shelby (Luke) North, Donnie (Amber) Russell, Brandon (Ellie) Prince, Taryn Prince, Cade Prince, Colt (Bri) Woodruff, MaCaylah (Jacob Litten) Lyon, Logan Druck, Morgan Druck, Izak Lyon, Madeleine Lyon; eight step-grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Eddie, Willie and Keith Bowman; and four sisters, Lana Klarer, Barb Miller, Karen Grider, Jeannie Quillen.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Kevin and Donnie Bowman.

Dar was employed at New Life Scientific, formerly Katie's Lighthouse and was a member of the Wapakoneta Eagles, Aerie 691. She loved working and keeping busy. When not at work, Dar preferred to be at her house, which she took pride in turning into a home. There she occupied her time with many crafts, sewing, crocheting and curating her collections. Blessed with a green thumb, she tended to many house plants and a small garden outside. Music was a constant throughout Dar's life. From growing up listening to music, learning to play the bass as an adult and singing, music was always in the background, especially when gathered with her family. Dar will be remembered as a dedicated mom and loving grandma.

A Time of Gathering will be held from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services.