John Murray of Plastic Suppliers, Inc., passes away

John Murray, a 21-year veteran of the flexible packaging and shrink sleeve label market, passed away on July 14, 2010 after a courageous battle with colon cancer.

Jul 23, 2010

He was 47 years old. Most recently Murray worked for Plastic Suppliers, Inc. He will be missed by his family as well as his many friends. In memory of Murray, donations can be made to the Homereach Hospice, Ohiohealth Foundation, 180 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215-9480.

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