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Catherine Murrin Obituary
Affectionately known as "Lolly," she was an accomplished hairdresser who worked in the Upper Darby area for many years.
She also worked in the Sheriff's Department at the Media courthouse for ten years and was a volunteer at the Watkins Center in Upper Darby.
She loved the shore and lived for several years in the Wildwood Villas.
Lolly was born in Philadelphia and that is where she met her beloved husband of 55 years, Edward J. Murrin. He passed away in 2009.
She was also predeceased by her four brothers Thomas, Frank, Jim, and John O'Leary and her sister Mary Lou Tindle.
Survivors: Sons Edward J. Murrin, Jr. (Maryellen), William Murrin (Ruth), Thomas Murrin (Judy), Sean Murrin (Michele) and her beloved Daughter Linda Crawford (James) with whom she resided; Brother Gerald O'Leary; also survived by 11 grandchildren, five great grandchildren and her beloved sisters in law Jean DePietro and Marie Murrin.
Viewing: Monday, 6 p.m., O'Leary Funeral Home, 640 E. Springfield Road, Springfield, PA and Tuesday after 9 a.m. in St. Pius X Church, 220 Lawrence Road, Broomall, PA.
Funeral Mass: Tuesday, 10 a.m., St. Pius X Church.
Burial: SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery
In lieu of flowers donations can be sent in her name to Crozier Keystone Hospice, 5030 State Road, Suite 3001, Drexel Hill, PA 19026
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Linda Crawford
November 14, 2013
I miss you so much, especially going home and walking in to see you and as sick as you were, you would always ask "How was your Day" Love Ya Mom
November 4, 2013
Lin, thoughts and prayers to you and the whole family - may you find comfort in knowing that your Mom is at peace and with your dad they are both angels looking over their family now!
love chris
Tom & Lynn Platt
November 4, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Catherine was such a special lady, funny, strong, I always admired her. May God watch over all of you and give you all strength and courage in the days to come. Catherine, may God hold you close in his arms forever. Now you are with the love of your life. Always in our hearts and prayers. Love you all.
Eleanor Bailey
November 4, 2013
We will all miss your infectious laugh and smile. Rest in Peace Aunt Lol.
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Jennifer Doyle
November 3, 2013
Even though you were not my actual mom mom I felt like you were. You took the place of my grandmother and I'm greatful for that. You were one of the sweetest women I know who would help anyone in a heartbeat. You will forever be remembered and will truly be missed. I was blessed to have known you and want you to know that even though we are sad you are gone we know you are truly happy to be with your best friend pop pop. Love you mom mom
Katie Crawford
November 3, 2013
mom-mom I will miss our Wednesday nights and hearing about how you and pop-pop met. your laugh and smile are unforgettable. You will always be my bff from down stairs. I love you and miss you with all my heart. I hope your dancing the night away in heaven. Good night and god bless you.
Marie & Donn Murrin
November 3, 2013
For Lolly's Family,May your hearts soon b..e filled with presious memories shared in a Life well lived,May God Hold Her in the Palm of His Hand
Meghan McCafferty
November 3, 2013
In loving memory of Aunt Lolly. You were a wonderful, strong woman. You will be deeply missed by all. Glad you are out of pain and no longer suffering. Until we meet again....I love you!
November 3, 2013
In loving memory of Aunt Lolly. You were a wonderful, strong woman. You will be deeply missed by all. Glad you are out of pain and no longer suffering. Until we meet again....I love you!
Maureen MacGrath Williams
November 3, 2013
Catherine,
You were blessed with a loving mate and a wonderful caring family.
Knowing you will find peace in your new life with Christ.
Shirley O'Leary
November 3, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you be surrounded with His Peace and Comfort in your time of sorrow.
Love Aunt Shirley
Brenda Sandor
November 3, 2013
TO all the Murrin family my prayers and thoughts are with you all I am sorry for your loss you mom Lolly was a vey special person God Bless you all.
BRENDA SANDOR
November 3, 2013
Lolly my prayers are with you sorry you left so soon but you in a better place and it was so nice to know you you were always there for me and my brother when needed and your such a blessed person RIP.
Coll Strickland
November 3, 2013
So proud to be your first grandchild and the first to call you MomMom. And I was the first grandchild to say goodbye and I am heart sick to hear your voice call me "Colleeny" . You were a warrior. You fought and God and PopPop saw you, and now your home. I love you. Love Colleen Andrew and your best pal SJ
Kathleen Athey
November 3, 2013
You are in a better place but our hearts are still so heavy missing you. You will forever be in our hearts. Love you.
Chrissy Athey
November 3, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Aunt Lolly will be greatly missed. Love you all.
Denise Blankley
November 3, 2013
Linda, Ed, Billy, Tom, Sean,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your mom was a sweet lady and will be missed by all.
Jackie McLeer
November 3, 2013
So sorry to hear about Lolly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
November 3, 2013
We will all miss your infectious smile amd laugh. Rest in Peace Aunt Lol.
jim mccafferty
November 3, 2013
I light this candle knowing you are In the comfort of your loved ones that have passed before you. We will miss you greatly. ..love you
Colleen Strickland
November 3, 2013
So long you held on for all of us. And never worried enough about yourself. You suffered long but loved longer. I once told you that you were the epitome of strength and I meant it. Not being able to visit you feels so strange. You'd ask about my day and vice versa, you always said, ´´ It was a good day''. I'll always be honored that I was the first to call you MomMom. And even more honored that SJ and you were so close. Dance in the clouds with PopPop for eternity and visit me in my dreams once in a while, and I know you'll watch over sj and that makes me smile. I'll always be your ''COLLEENY''
Linda Crawford
November 3, 2013
Mm I will miss you more than words can say, you fought such a brave battle with this horrible disease, brave, strong and I admire you. Whenever you asked how r u doing u said "I feel good, it is a good day" I am so glad for the time I had with you. Mom I love you. Don't know what I am going to do...this is the picture from me pinning a corsage on you for your 60th....wish I could turn back time. Thank you for all you did for me growing up! Your Loving Daughter, Linda
November 2, 2013
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Crane
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