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JOSEPH MURPHY Obituary

MURPHY, Joseph D. Of Wilmington, passed away on February 2, 2017, at home surrounded by his loving family. Joe was the beloved husband of Catherine (Barr) Murphy of Wilmington, loving father of Joseph Murphy, Brian Murphy & his wife Christine Losea, all of Cumberland, RI, Jeffrey Murphy of Wilmington, and the late Lynne Murphy; devoted "Grampy" of Matthew, Caitlin, Jack, Zachary and Annika Murphy, son of the late Joseph and Mary (Barletta) Murphy; brother-in-law of Francis X. Barr & his wife Jean of Oxford, CT. Joseph is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visiting Hours: Family and friends will gather for a funeral at the Nichols Funeral Home, 187 Middlesex Ave. (Rt. 62), WILMINGTON, on Thursday, February 9th at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Thomas Church, 126 Middlesex Ave., Wilmington at 10:00 a.m. Interment to follow in Wildwood Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held at the Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 8th from 4-8 p.m. Memorial donations in Joseph's name can be made to the Winchester Hospital Foundation, 41 Highland Ave., Winchester, MA 01890. Nichols Funeral Home 978-658-4744 www.nicholsfuneralhome.com

Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 4 to Feb. 5, 2017.
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Joe Murphy was one of the nicest persons you could ever meet and know. We had so many wonderful business trips with Cathy and Joe. Many great laughs and memories. Such a loss for all the Murphys and for those who had the pleasure of knowing Joe. Prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time. Herb and Louise Lyon

Louise Lyon

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February 9, 2017

Joe was a warm and welcoming person. He made you feel like family.

Frank & Suzanne Matta

February 8, 2017

From the time I first met Joe 30 years ago back when Brian and I were in college together, there wasn't a single time when I was in Joe's presence that his ever-present smile and energy didn't fill the room with joy and laughter. I am fortunate to have had those times with him, and the world is a sadder place with his passing. My deepest thoughts and prayers to Bri, Chrissy, their family and all the Murphys.

Marc Pramuk

February 7, 2017

Very sorry to hear of the loss of Joe. Please accept the heartfealt condolences of the entire McNulty family at this difficult time. God Bless you all. Sean, Julie, Patrick, and Keira McNulty.

Sean McNulty

February 6, 2017

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