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James Murphy Obituary
Resident of Aptos
Died Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at Dominican Hospital at the age of 80. A native of San Francisco, he was raised in Watsonville and graduated from Watsonville High School. After service in the US Navy he graduated from San Jose State University with bachelor's and master's degrees. He worked for Lockheed for 35 years as a procurement officer. After his retirement he moved to Aptos. A life-long sports fan he played football for Watsonville High and was a fan of the 49ers.
He is survived by his wife, Mary A. Murphy of Aptos and a sister, Mary Ann Knauss of Fairfax, VA.
Visitation will take place at Mehl's Colonial Chapel on Monday, September 20th from 9:00 am until 10:30 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at 11:00 am at St. Patrick's Church followed by burial at Valley Public Cemetery.
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Jim R.
September 21, 2010
Jim & I met through an organization we were both members of. We would meet for breakfast, usually once a week, and talk about lots of different topics that we both found to be of interest. Jim loved to talk politics, economy and sports. He had many stories both informative and humorous about his earlier years growing up and in the service.
Jim helped me understand how to cope with many of today's modern problems. I appreciate his friendship and express my deepest sympathy to Mary and Mary Ann for their loss. He will be missed by many friends we had in common.
Warmest regards and condolences,
Jim R.
September 19, 2010
Our condolences to Mary and Mary Ann for your loss. Fred & Joyce Kane (Mary Ann's neighbor)
September 19, 2010
We didn't meet James Murphy either, but we knew his sister, Mary Ann Knauss and met his mother years ago. With a charming mother and a caring sister, he must have been great as well, being cut from the same cloth. We are sorry for your loss. John & Barbara Hotsko (Salinas, CA)
Linda Pocalyko
September 18, 2010
I never met James Murphy but am lucky to.have known the kindness, humor,warmth and loving nature of his sister. Mary Ann's stories of her chilhood and family make me think a special goodness is gone from the world . I'm sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts go with you, Linda Pocalyko, Mary Ann's niece
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