John "Jack" R. Murray, known as "Mr. New Cumberland," was an outstanding public servant and community leader whose passion and commitment were devoted to making New Cumberland a better place. His tenacity was likened to that of Peter Chartier, who first settled the town as a frontier post in the early 18th century. A U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War in 1952-53, Murray returned home afterward and became widely known for more than 50 years of dedication to teaching youth as a coach, trusted mentor, and friend. He also served with distinction for 44 years as Council President in the Borough of New Cumberland, where he was credited with putting the borough in a strong financial position, strengthening community services, and helping bring about a new borough building, police and fire stations, the New Cumberland Public Library, and improvements to Borough Park. His legacy was defined by character, faith, integrity, humility, and action, and his selfless devotion to serving the community was regarded as going above and beyond the common call.