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John Murtaugh Obituary

John Michael "Mike" Murtaugh, 78 John Michael "Mike" Murtaugh, 78, of Garnet Valley, PA died on November 27, 2013. Born to the late John Michael and Rita Murtaugh, he has resided the past 10 years in Garnet Valley, PA, previously residing in Upper Providence, PA. Mr. Murtaugh was the owner and operator of his own wholesale auto business which he started in 1966, Suburban Auto Sales. He operated his business out of Prospect Park, PA and moved to Media in the early 1980's where it is still operated by his sons. He was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Church and was an avid golfer belonging to the Springhaven Country Club for 33 years. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a son, Robert Murtaugh who died in 2007. Survivors: Wife of 56 years, Joanne Zdan Murtaugh, sons, Michael (Nadine) Murtaugh and John (Laura) Murtaugh, grandchildren, Michael Murtaugh, Jody Vrontisis, Amanda Cassidy, Jay Murtaugh, Lea Murtaugh, Jessica Murtaugh, siblings, Denny Murtaugh, Chris Murtaugh and Terry Murtaugh and Debbie McDevitt. Funeral Mass: Thursday, 10:30a.m., at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 430 Valleybrook Rd. Glen Mills, PA 19342 Visitation: Thursday, 9:15-10:15a.m., at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. Interment: S.S. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA. Arr: Pagano Funeral Home, 3711 Foulk Rd. Garnet Valley, PA. Online condolences may be made by visiting: www.paganofuneralhome.com

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Published by Daily Times from Dec. 2 to Dec. 4, 2013.

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Rob Leeper

December 4, 2013

Currently work at S.Auto Sales in Media and was a pleasure to have worked for him. Good Guy

December 4, 2013

I remember Mr. Murt from many years ago. I first met him when I was in high school when we used to swim at his pool with Bobby and his friends. Many years later, I ended up working at the Men's Grill at Springhaven and would serve him his beer over ice after a round of golf. On some occasions, I would also run into him on State Street. When you saw a fancy car, you thought the Panther was not far behind. He was always friendly and funny with many stories to tell. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Murtaugh family. May all your wonderful memories help you through your loss.

Patty Margerum

John Birtwell

December 3, 2013

Great guy-great friend. We had lots of laughs. Will be seriously missed.

Kathy Stewart

December 3, 2013

Mike was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. I 'm so glad I had the pleasure of knowing him. He will be truly missed.

December 3, 2013

"The Panther" was a great guy, and I know all his fellow members at Springhaven will miss him. Jack Grace

Barry Murtaugh

December 2, 2013

So Sad.
My Mom and I can't make the trip but our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Barry, Lynda and Cleatta H. (Petie) Murtaugh and their families.

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