Naugatuck, CT James Joseph Murray, 63, died peacefully May 18, 2015 at Beacon Brook Health Center.

Mr. Murray was born May 6, 1952 in Waterbury, a son of the late James and Elizabeth Murray and had worked for many years as a cook.

Mr. Murray leaves a brother, John J. Murray of Waterbury and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Graveside Service will be held Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 10:15am at New St. Joseph Cemetery, corner of Hamilton Avenue and Pearl Lake Road, with the Rev. Paul Pace officiating. There are no calling hours. The Buckmiller Thurston Mengacci Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Avenue has been entrusted with the arrangements.