As many of you know, last September the global bartending community lost just not an icon, but a mentor and a friend.

Murray Stenson was to bartending what Miles Davis was to jazz--a master. From his photographic memory or his encyclopedic knowledge of obscure, vintage cocktails, to his speed, his graciousness, his laugh and his hospitality, Murray was simply the best there was at what he did.

He was such a gift to Seattle that we felt Seattle should give him a proper sendoff. He was so gracious to all of us that it seemed only fitting to offer our last hospitality to him.

With that, the Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum has graciously offered space, largely at their expense, to let us bid farewell to our friend, and to celebrate his life, which will be held on Monday, January 29 from 5 - 11pm.

However, there are some expenses still to cover.

Please support this GoFundMe to cover any additional expenses not already being donated.

This will primarily cover:

First and foremost: Gratuity to the staff (Murray would approve)

All mixers not being donated

Live Band

Marketing Materials

Appetizers

Any other unexpected payments that will certainly arise

Any additional donations past $10k will go towards a Scholarship for bartenders in Murray's name (TBA).

Thank you for your time, and for your donation.