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Robert Murphy Obituary


ROBERT J. MURPHY (Age 94)  
On Friday, December 17, 2010, of Kensington, MD. Beloved husband of the late Jean M. Murphy; father of Patricia, Sharon, Daniel, Kathleen and Constance. Also survived by eight grandchildren and two great-grandsons. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), today, Monday, December 20 from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Cross Church, 4900 Strathmore Avenue, Garrett Park, MD, on Tuesday, December 21 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Church. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 20, 2010.

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Dawn Marie

December 21, 2010

To our beautiful friend Sharon, Neal and I are thinking of you and your family. I was so fortunate to have met your parents who were so very kind. Cherish the memories that will remain forever in your heart. We love you! Neal and Dawn Marie

Heidi Johnson-Clement

December 21, 2010

Sharon- I am so Sorry to hear about your father. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family.

Judy Pantalino

December 20, 2010

Uncle Bob, Sorry to see you go. We had great fun in your company over the years. Your family is a testimony of the goodness of your life.

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