Norman Lee Murray, 68, of Idaho Falls, died March 21, 2007 at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. He was born July 29, 1938, in Hood River, Oregon, to Daniel Murray and Etta Neff Murray. He grew up and attended schools in Hood River. He attended Oregon State University.

In 1977, he married Betty Mayguinnes. They were later divorced.

He was employed by BLM for thirty years as well as being a horseman and cattle (rough stock) rancher. He lived in Carson City and Fallon Nevada, and Lincoln, California.

He was a Christian.

He enjoyed cutting horses, bull riding with his son, reading, and social gatherings with his friends and family. He was a beloved, hard working man who took care of his children, friends, and even strangers.

He is survived by the following: son, Richard (Nicole) Murray of Idaho Falls, Idaho; daughter, Michelle (Robert) White of Fallon, Nevada; 2 step-sons, Andy Adams of Cottonwood, California, and Hazen Adams of Yerington, Nevada; 8 grandchildren, and a sister, Theda Mills of Eugene, Oregon.

A wake will be held at a later date in Nevada.

Arrangements have been under the direction of Coltrin Mortuary, 2100 First St. Idaho Falls, Idaho.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.coltrinmortuary.com.