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CHARLES MURPHY Obituary
Charles MURPHY Charles P. Murphy of Reedsport, OR passed away on February 24th from complications of diabetes. Charles was born in Haverhill, MA on May 15, 1942 to Katharine and Charles Murphy. Charlie attended Lawrence Central Catholic High School for a time and graduated from Pentucket Regional High School in 1960. Charlie migrated west living in Louisiana, Texas, California, Washington, and ending up in Alaska. There he worked for many years in radio where he met his wife, DeeDee. They moved to Reedsport, OR in 1993 to work for CBSI. Charlie recently retired from KDUN radio in Reedsport where he hosted Tradio with Blair Sneddon. He is survived by his wife of many years, DeeDee, his sisters Sheila Murphy of Seattle, WA, Kathy MacMillan of Billerica, MA and Mary Ebbett of Danville, HH; his brothers Richard of Merrimack, MA and Vincent of Worcester, MA; his daughter Kelly Valdez of Saugus, MA; numerous nieces and nephews, grandchildren and a great grandchild. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Forest Hills Country Club on Saturday, May 7th, 2011, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Remembrances to the American Diabetes Association Research Foundation.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Steve Miller
March 31, 2011
I didn't get to spend that much time with Charlie but I always enjoyed the times I did. To say he had a sense of humor would be an understatement. But if you're reading this you already know that. Dee Dee, take care in knowning that we care about you and Charlie.
Pam Taylor
March 21, 2011
When I think of Charlie, I smile.
He always had something fun to share: a new story, one of his favorite (for the moment) jokes, a new business venture... always so upbeat. positive. And, yes, he was quite the character...
My heart goes out to Dee Dee, his beautiful wife and my friend; to his daughter, Kelly and his sisters, my dear friend Sheila, Mary, Kathy, his two brothers, Richard and Vince.
The heavens will NEVER be the same again... I am sure he is having a ball up there, sharing some of his all-time favorite goofy jokes! He was a friend and absolutely will be missed, but never forgotten.
Paul McRoberts
March 21, 2011
I worked with Charlie at Anchorage Cold Storage. We put on a lot if beer parties. He was a great guy. He will be missed. Prayers for the family
Lanny Edgeman
March 21, 2011
DeeDee Charlie and I had drifted apart but he was in my thoughts and heart always. I know (because he told me) you were the love of his life. I morn Charlie's passing and I am so sorry for your loss. Charlie brought great joy into my life as I am sure he did yours. I am planning to be in Reedsport in May for the rememberance.
Lanny
March 19, 2011
I knew Charlie in Alaska. He was always upbeat and had a joke for you. I'm sad to hear of his passing, Charlie you'll be missed by many.
Brian Cole
Jackie Vignola
March 18, 2011
DeeDee,my deepest sympathy to you and family.Ironic that I am in AK. as I read this.All our wonderful memories here are flooding back.45's is being played in heaven.
Jackie
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