Greenwich, NY - Raymond John Murtha, 81, of Clarks Mills passed away Friday, April 22, 2011. Born February 8, 1930, he was the son of the late George Martin Murtha and Esther Ruth Porter. In his earlier years he worked on local farms and area mills. He was the owner of the Sawmill in Clarks Mills and was a master wood carver. Raymond was a life member of the Old Saratoga Muzzle Loading Club and an avid hunter for years. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by one son, Allen Edward Murtha; a brother Richard and a sister Ruth. Survivors include his sons, Raymond (Dick) R. (Carole) Murtha of Saratoga Springs, Jesse (Chris) Bentley of Stillwater, Daniel Murtha of Greenwich; his daughters, Sherry (Robert) Clark of Biddeford, Maine, Beverly (Robert) Weston of Saratoga Springs and Vicky Bentley of Manning, South Carolina. He is also survived by his brother Wesley (Marion) Murtha of Greenwich; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. At his request there will be no calling hours. Burial will be in the Greenwich Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373). Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.