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Mary Murphy Obituary

MURPHY - Mary M. Schwab January 21, 2009, age 88, beloved wife of the late James J. Murphy; devoted mother of James (Lucy), Mary (Smeraldo) DeRosa, Timothy (Donna), Sally, Peter (Michele), Paul and Patricia (Jeffrey) Rexinger; grandmother of 18 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; daughter of the late Frank X. Schwab and Theresa (Lauser) Schwab; sister of the late Frank X. III, Teresa, Josephine, Anna, Martin Jimmy and Anthony; sister-in-law of Mary Alice Schwab, Catherine Sis Murphy and Rosemary Lane; also survived by many nieces and nephews; like a sister to June Teft Ryan. Friends may call Saturday 7-9, and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC, 2480 Kensington Ave, Amherst, where services will be held Monday at 10:30 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Christ the King Church at 11 AM. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials made to Catholic Charities or Hospice Buffalo. Online registry at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

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Published by Buffalo News from Jan. 24 to Jan. 25, 2009.

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Jim(osh) Reilly and family

February 12, 2009

Tim(Murph), Donna and the rest of the Murphy family, sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always.

Mary Kirwan

February 9, 2009

My deepest sympathy and prayers to all Mary's family. We shared many good times at D'Youville alumni functions. She is now with her good friend, Kay Barone, who just passed away. I am sure they are enjoying one another's company in heaven.

Jim & Lucy Murphy

January 30, 2009

The funeral Mass was a great tribute to our Mother. Thank you all for your kind words...... Patricia, Paul, Peter, Sally, Tim, Mary, and Jim Jr.

Laura Murphy

January 26, 2009

Grandmother,

Thank you for your example of faith and love. I feel so blest to have had you all these years and will treasure the many ways you helped to shape who I am. You touched many lives and you will live on in us.

HHAA :) Laura
3rd oldest granddaughter
daughter of Jim & Lucy Murphy

Mary Akman

January 26, 2009

Dear Trish
Please extend my sincere condolence to the members of your family on the loss of your beloved mother. You are in my
thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

Penny McFadden

January 26, 2009

Trish and Jeff, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you

Penny McFaddeb

January 26, 2009

Trish and Jeff, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you

Laurie (Boreanaz) Carra

January 26, 2009

Dear Peter, Paul & Patricia,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom has a special, warm and gentle, place in my childhood memories. I hope that your family can take comfort in knowing that many, many others will be thinking of her with fondness throughout our lives.
With sincere sympathy,

ELIZABETH AGUILAR

January 26, 2009

TRISHA, JEFF AND FAMILY. SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.

Fr. David Bellittiere

January 25, 2009

Dear Murphy Family,
I am sorry to hear about the death of your Mother. She is truly a women of faith and love. Now she can sit at the banquet table with Jesus, Mary, Joseph, the saints and all those she loved.

May the Lord of life console you in your grief and renew your hope in the resurrection.
Be assured of my prayers.
In Christ,
Fr. David

Beverly (Seibert) Nixon

January 25, 2009

To all the "Murphy" children...some of you may remember me, besides Mary, some may have been too young. I haven't seen your mom in years but she is in my fondest memories of my childhood...back on Parkhurst Blvd and your home on LaMarck. I loved both of your parents and enjoyed many happy memories with your family. I am so sorry for your loss. With deepest sympathy and prayers.

Mary Lewis

January 25, 2009

My dear Mary, Smeraldo and Murphy Family,
I will always remember your Mom's laugh and twinkle in her eye.....many wonderful memories!
My deepest sympathy to all and much love,
Mary Wyp [Lewis]

Jane Byrnes

January 25, 2009

Dear Murphy family, We are so sorry for your loss. This world has lost another awesome momma. How blessed you were to have her all these years. The Byrnes family shares in your grief. Take care and God bless.

Pat (Wolf) Voelker

January 25, 2009

To all the Murphy family: I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. May your grief, in time, give way to happy memories. May Mary enjoy eternal rest in the company of the many in heaven who loved her on earth!

The Reczek Family

January 25, 2009

Mary,Smeraldo & family,
Like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow.
Peace, prayers and blessings.
Lew, Maryann, Lauren & Lucille Reczek

George & Elaine Coggin

January 24, 2009

Dear Trisha,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Comfort comes from knowing that our loved ones are in a better place.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
George and Elaine.

Mike and Mary Delaney

January 24, 2009

In memory of Aunt Mary, who will be remembered for her faith in God, interest and support of all around her, and a ready smile.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Murphy family.

Amantha Murphy

January 24, 2009

Grandmother, you were always there for me and without you I would not have turned out to be the person I am today. You made a huge impact on my life and you will never be forgoten. I am going to miss all of our great times together. I love you and miss you Love, Amantha

Craig Weber

January 24, 2009

My Great Aunt Mary.......
You made others feel glad 'they' were alive. You shared a great gift.
Craig, Amanda, Pete, Mike, Jeremy, Samantha and Sophie Weber

Kristen Pope

January 24, 2009

You have our deepest sympathy and prayers for the comfort of God, family and friends. --Kris Pope & family

Jim and Nancy Primerano

January 24, 2009

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

Jim&Lucy Murphy

January 24, 2009

Mother we love you... Jim&Lucy

Bill & Kathy Markowski

January 24, 2009

Peter & Family,

Sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

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