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MURRAY — Murray City Mayor Ted Eyre died Friday morning at the age of 71 from complications related to cancer.
Eyre was elected to a four-year term as mayor, beginning Jan. 7, 2014, and oversaw improvements to the city during his tenure, according to an emailed statement from Murray City administrative services director Tim Tingey.
During his time as mayor, Eyre saw added enhancements to Murray Park and the park's amphitheater, major business developments, the acquisition of the historic Murray Theater, Murray Chapel and Murray Mansion, and other improvements, according to Deputy Mayor Janet Towers.
“Mayor Eyre’s mark on the city touched so many," Towers said. "He had a deep love and commitment for the city and employees. This love and commitment was displayed in everything he did as mayor.”
Eyre was born and raised in Wyoming, attended Brigham Young University and received his degree in aviation sciences from San Bernardino Valley College, according to Tingey.
He joined the U.S. Army and served a tour in Vietnam. He eventually became a pilot for Western Airlines.
Diane Turner, chair of the City Council, will serve as acting Mayor until the City Council appoints an interim mayor. A new mayor will be elected and sworn into office on Jan. 2, 2018.
Eyre is survived by his wife, Ruth, four children and five grandchildren.
Funeral services for Eyre are pending.
