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Joan Murphy Obituary

MURPHY, Joan Joan Murphy, 59, of West Hartford, died Friday, (December 28, 2007) at Hartford Hospital. Born an raised in Boston, MA daughter of the late Russell and Virginia (Lakan) Murphy she graduated from Milton High School and Framingham State College moving to Connecticut over 30 years ago. She was the owner of Roxie Taylor Vintage Clothing, West Hartford. Joan is survived by her brothers, John, Mark and William Murphy; sisters, Mary Walsh, Patrice McInnis and Lisa Nesbitt; many nieces, nephews, cousins and wonderful friends. Memorial Visitation will be held Thursday, January 3, from 2-4 p.m. at the Sheehan Hilborn Breen Funeral Home, 1084 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford. The burial is private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Helen and Harry Gray Cancer Center, 85 Retreat Avenue, Hartford 06106.

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Published by Hartford Courant from Dec. 30, 2007 to Jan. 1, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Joan Murphy

13 Entries

Liz (Chellman) Link

April 26, 2008

Joan was my teacher of the finer vintage world. I met her working in Avon. I sold vintage jewlery at a shop in front of her shop. The clothing she sold me has filled trunks and closets.

Joan and I went to Spain, where she taught me that life is FUN, wild, and risky. She gave me the travelling courage to go places even on my own. I gave her the recipe for B-52s layered and chilled.

Everything I wore at my wedding, I bought from Joan and I was so happy to have her attend.

Joan I will miss you deeply you are woven so securely into my soul. Every piece of clothing I wore or will wear for any occassion will have such a precious and loving memory of you, it will be like a special Joan hug. Thank you.

Barbara and Steven Rudnick

February 9, 2008

Roxie: We first met you at the Armory in Stratford and you always had such wonderful Hawaiian shirts for Steven. We made a beeline for your booth first. You were fair with your prices and we enjoyed talking with you. It was always fun to see you later at the Farmington show. We will miss you. May you find a vintage heaven where everyone's wearing great Hawaiian shirts.
Always in our hearts,

Barbara and Steven Rudnick

Marie & Michelle Rogat

February 2, 2008

I'm going to miss Joan more than she would ever suspect. She was a good friend and an important latter-day mentor for me, who introduced me to an entirely new area and level of business. She was warm and funny with a wonderful heart. Anyone who met Spike knew how big her heart was (I hope Spike takes it easy on whoever has him now!)...I'm really miss you Joan and will always keep you in my heart, the shows won't be the same without you.

P.S. (From Mischa) She was a lot fun to be around and basically helped raise me in the antique business. I'll always remember hanging with her bored during a show singing "mrs.D, mrs. I". She was amazing.

Laura Allmond

January 14, 2008

That knowing smile.... I'll miss seeing you Joan, Laura

Sheila Feeney

January 8, 2008

Joan was a thoughtful, generous and lovely woman. I first met her years ago when I became a customer of hers, and I remained a faithful customer for years. Joan had a great eye. Years later, she participated in a few of my shows at the New Yorker Hotel. The last time I saw Joan was at one of Karen's auctions and we comisserated about our respective maladies. Even though she was not feeling that well, she was working the auction, upbeat as usual, and more concerned for my comfort than for her own. Joan was a giver, she cared about people, without a selfish bone in her body. It was a privilege to know her. My thoughts have been of the great encounters we had over the years. A special human being...gone too soon.

janet west

January 7, 2008

my friend josh called today with the very sad news of joan murphy's passing. i will miss her , it was always wonderful to see her at brimfield and farminton and even e.t with her new wheels. roxie t was great about keeping up with her friends and finding time for us.

Karen Augusta

January 7, 2008

Over more than 20 years of knowing Joan, our friendship grew closer at a very slow, steady pace. The more time we spent together, talking on the phone, visiting each other, emailing, shopping, laughing at one of Joan's "Let me tell you a funny....", the more I learned to love and respect this unique, wise and gentle soul. So many things I will miss doing with my dear friend. Joan, you are always with me in my heart and soul. I love you and know we are always here for each other.

Jack K

January 3, 2008

Joan,

Nam Myoho Renge Kyo

I miss you my Friend.

Wayne D. Murray

January 2, 2008

Twenty-eight years ago we meet, you have been one of my "BRILLIANT" peers from that time on.... Always got a laugh & a smile from you with this: "When I grow up I want to be just like Joannie," me with all the bulk, you the "Master of Streamline" show setups & just the right things, too!!!
True you have been to your name sake St "Joan" of Arc, you have been both "BRAVE & STRONG" these past years, having earned God's wings, "Have your long needed rest on your wings soft feathers & rise, be free to fly from this world you've left behind. Look down & guide us."
Remembering - Missing You Always, Joannie aka "ROXY TAYLOR" to all the many.
Love your Friend, Wayne

Marjorie Tracey

January 2, 2008

Joan was a true friend. A faithful customer at our sales and a fun person to be with. She will be truly missed.

Bonnie Carlton

December 31, 2007

A beautiful person, good friend and marvellous mentor. She addressed adversity with courage and determination. I wil miss her dearly.

Lisa Nesbitt

December 30, 2007

Joan, you have shown such bravery and maintained your dignity throughout a very difficult time. You will be greatly missed. All my love..

Karen Redinger

December 30, 2007

What can I say about my friend Joan? Many things...She was strong,funny,smart and independent. She loved her cat Spike even though he attacked her twice. She was always willing to help,she was the ebay queen,she could set up a show in 2 hours and do better than anyone else. She always brought an old,hard wooden chair to the shows we did together and always sat on my padded one. She introduced me to the world of sock monkeys and now I have over 100 of them. She hated pickles!!! She will be sadly missed by her colleages but most of all as my friend! Goodbye Joan-I'll miss you,Karen

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