Renaissance issues Murray Wood statement

Renaissance has issued a statement to the NZX on the tragic death of MagnumMac founder and Renaissance board member, Murray Wood.

The statement reads:

"Murray Wood, Director

"It is with deep regret that the board of Renaissance confirms that one of its fellow directors has been a victim of the Christchurch earthquake.

"The sympathies of the board and all the Company's staff go to Murray's family.

It was first reported on February 24th that Wood was missing in the Christchurch earthquake.

The Channel would also like to extend its sympathies to Murray's friends and family.

Murray Wood's obituary:

WOOD, Murray John. Tragically taken from us on 22nd February 2011 at 12:51pm, aged 56 years. Most dearly loved love of my life, husband of Nicki, adored , admired and truly loved by his children Bradley, John, Kimberley, Mark, Adam, and Ben. Dearly loved only son of Jack and the late Lorna Wood, and a cherished, loved big brother of Lynda, also loved son-in-law of Eileen Poulsen (Rangiora). Murray touched the lives of so many people in many different ways. His music will live on in our hearts, our minds and his children. Our loss is immeasurable. If music is the food of love, play on Messages may be sent to the Wood family c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A service celebrating Murray's life will be held in the Aurora Centre, cnr Memorial Avenue and Greers Road on Friday March 11th at 10:30am, private cremation thereafter. John Rhind Funeral Directors FDANZ Ph.03 3799920

Published in The New Zealand Herald on Mar. 7, 2011

Update: NewsTalkNB is carrying a story that Murray Wood has been farewelled by hundreds of people today at a funeral.