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Kevin Murphy Obituary

MURPHY, Kevin D. Ret. Detective , Quincy Police Department, age 67 of Hingham, formerly of Quincy, suddenly on September 19, 2008. Beloved husband of Mary (Main) Murphy, Ret. QPD. Loving father of Sean Murphy and his wife Bonnie of Pembroke, Heather Murphy of Quincy, and Noreen Murphy of Weymouth. Devoted "Papa" of Bryanna and Kevin Murphy of Pembroke and Vanessa Murphy of Weymouth. Loving brother of John "Jack" Murphy of Somerville, Sheila Barnes of Braintree, Joseph Murphy of Colorado and Kenneth Murphy of Wakefield. Loving son in law of Olga Main of Quincy. Kevin is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Life Celebration Service in Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY, Wednesday at 9:15 AM. Funeral Mass in Saint Ann's Church, Wollaston at 10 AM. Visiting hours Tuesday 4- 8 PM. Burial in Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Kevin may be made to National Kidney Foundation 85 Astor Ave., Suite 2 Norwood, MA 02062. Proud United States Navy Veteran. Call 1-800-Keohane or see www.Keohane.com for directions & online condolences.

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 21, 2008.

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Peggy Guadreau

December 30, 2008

Sean, Healther & Noreen,
I was so sorry to hear of your father's death when I spoke to your Mom today. You're a wonderful family and I'm sure he'll send his blessings down on all of you to help you through this very hard time. You're in my thoughts & prayers. Love, Peggy

Felicia & Michael Tashoff

October 6, 2008

My dear Cousin Mary, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Kevin. We send our love & prayers to you, dear Aunty Olga and family. I pray that our Lord will give you His strength and help ease your pain. We love you very much.
Love in Jesus,
Cousin Felicia & Michael

Jennifer Mason

September 26, 2008

Mary, I was so saddened to hear about Kevin. He was quite a guy and one didn't have to spend much time with the two of you to see the mutual love and respect you shared, what a blessing in life to have found that. May your memories comfort you and give you strength.

To Kevin's children,
Your Dad was such sweet, classy man. His eyes always filled with pride when he talked of you all. Take care in this difficult time.

SHEILA BARNES

September 25, 2008

DEAR MARY,SEAN,HEATHER AND NOREEN THIS IS A SAD TIME FOR YOU AND ALL OF US .BUT I KNOW THAT DAD IS WITH NANA AND PAPA NOW AND WE ALL HAVE ANOTHER ANGEL ON OUR SHOULDERS.HE LOVED ALL OF YOU AND WAS VERY PROUD OF EACH OF YOU.BRYANNA,VANESSA AND KEVIN YOU ALL MADE HIM THE PROUDEST PAPA OF ALL.I WILL MISS MY BROTHER BUT KNOW HE IS AT PEACE .YOU ALL ARE IN MY HEART AS ALWAYS LOVE AUNT SHEILA AND UNCLE SAM

lina fratto

September 24, 2008

Sean, Heather, Noreen,
I am so sorry to hear about your dads passing.you have and will always be our extended family,please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time....Lina

Patty Barry

September 24, 2008

Sean, Heather and Noreen,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I saw Sean last summer and we spent hours chatting about growing up in Braintree and the great neighborhood it was. I will always remember your dad with a smile and pray for all of you at this very sad time.

Karen Kiser

September 24, 2008

Dear Sean, Heather and Noreen, I am so sorry for your loss and want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. I have some great memories of your dad and know he was proud of all of you. Take care, Karen (Quinter) Kiser

Samantha Lee

September 23, 2008

Dear Heather,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. I know your father will live on in the hearts of everyone who loved him. Take care...

Quincy Police Detectives

September 23, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Members of club 24

September 23, 2008

Mary,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness. You know we are there for you, should you need anything.

Quincy Police Superior Officer's Asssociation

September 23, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Quincy Police Mutual Aid Association

September 23, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Rachel Brown

September 23, 2008

Dear Noreen & Family. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. I am so sorry for your loss. Warm regards, Rachel Brown & Todd Gainey

Kathy (from Dr. Chawla's) Leneweaver

September 23, 2008

Dear Mary and Family
I was so very sad to hear of Kevin's passing. I know how close you and your family are and I know Kevin would want to see you all be strong and to remember all the happy times.

Barbara O'Neil

September 23, 2008

Dear Sean, Heather and Noreen,

I was so saddened to hear about your Dad. I have many fond memories of babysitting you all on Park Ave in Braintree. Your father used to walk me home through the dirt road back to Mass. Ave. when I was done sitting for you. My father also used to tell me that your Dad was his smartest student at Northeastern. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Barbara O'Neil

Margaret McGillvray

September 23, 2008

Dear Mary

I am so deeply sorry for your loss, In the short time that I have spent with you and Kevin I know that he was a wonderful man, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, and may your cherished memories bring you comfort.

your friends

September 22, 2008

heather and family,
we are so sorry to hear of the untimely loss of your father, grandfather, uncle, and husband. we know he was truly a special person who was greatly loved. forever in our prayers.
love north 7

Julie Barnes

September 22, 2008

Dear Aunt Mary, Sean, Heather and Noreen,
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. It’s comforting to know how strong our family is and you guys have each other for support. I am so deeply sorry I cannot be there for you but want you to know you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this tragic time. Uncle Kevin will greatly be missed but I know he is in a better place and will now be watching down on all of us. Love Jules

Bob and Joan Salvaggio

September 22, 2008

Dear Mary,Sean,Heather and Noreen. We are so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. He was a dear friend to us. We will miss him but hold fond memories of our time together.

Linda Collins

September 22, 2008

Dear Sean, Heather and Noreen, Your Dad was taken from you much too soon, but will remain in our hearts forever. He could not have been more proud or have held any more love in his heart for you, Bonnie and all his grandchildren Through this difficult time you have shown such strength and grace. He leaves a legacy of love and humour through his children and grandchildren. Your loving and proud Mom.

Mike Casey

September 22, 2008

Mr. Murphy,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your years of dedicated service and sacrifice for our Country when you served-first when you served in the USN and secondly for the citizens of Quincy when you served with the QPD. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds and Following Seas

Becky Wiederhold

September 21, 2008

Heather & Family,
My deepest sympathy in this time of sorrow. Heather I know how much you adored your dad. Please take comfort in knowing that you know have a guardian angel watching over you. We love you and will be hear for you in your time of need.
Love,
Becky, Danny, & Kalynn

Barbara Urbaitis

September 21, 2008

Sean and family,
We are so sorry for the tragic loss of such a wonderful father. How very lucky he was to have such a great loving and caring family. We will be thinking and praying for all of you during this difficult time. He will always be watching out for all of you. Take care. We love you guys and are here for you!!
Love,
Barb, Vince, and Kelli

Kari Kasputis

September 21, 2008

Dear Heather
I know that there is nothing I can say right now to make your pain any less but please know, I am here for you and will be by your side to get you thru this. I know the pain that you are feeling-losing a parent is so hard. Your dad knew how special he was to you and how much you loved him so never forget that. He will always be a part of you Heather and nothing can ever take that away. We all love you on N7!! Love always, Kari

Heather Murphy

September 21, 2008

Dad, I'm so sad that you are gone. I am going to miss you so much! I know you want us all to be strong, but it is so hard to do that without you here. I promise to stay strong for you and always try to make you proud. I know you will always be watching over me, so for now I can take comfort in knowing you are in a better place. I do now and always will miss you and love you forever.
Heather

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