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Vincent Murphy Obituary
Vincent Clarke Murphy Jr., 50, of Vallejo, passed away quietly after a long illness with his
sister Kathleen at his side.
The son of Vincent C. Murphy Sr. and Ellen C. Murphy, Vincent was a retired police officer for Solano Community College and volunteered with the Solano County Sheriff's Jeep Rescue Unit as well as serving as a Vallejo Police Reserve Officer for three years.
He was a member of The WBS since high school and lifetime member of the NRA.
Vincent is survived by his sister, Kathleen
A. Murphy of Suisun City, Calif.; aunts and uncles, JoAnn and Walt Carslund, and Connie and Pat Metz; and cousins, Dennis and Mike Carslund, Janet (Carslund) Swiney, Craig Metz and Colleen (Metz) Rouleau. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ellen C. Murphy and Vincent C. Murphy Sr.
Per Vincent's request, there will be no formal service. A celebration of his life will be held for family and friends at his sister Kathleen's house at a future date.
Donations can be made to The Wounded Warrior Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org or by calling (904) 296-7350.
Arrangements are under the direction Bryan-Braker Funeral Home, (707) 425-4697.
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Memories and Condolences
for Vincent Murphy
George Locatelli
October 24, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of Vince's passing. I knew him for a number of years and he always brought a smile to my face. I will miss him.
October 10, 2010
Dear Kathleen,
On behalf of my family we offer our sincere condolences. Your family was wonderful and I have the best memories of your Mother at St.Vincents.Vince was a year ahead of my brother Jimmy, and you were right behind me. May God Bless you.
Mary,Jimmy,Janet &Danny English
Paul Williams
October 8, 2010
We have lost a truly big man in many ways. Thinking of Vince I will always remember him as a genuine and truly honest person. At St. Basil's and later at St.Pat's he always provided us with a good laugh. I will always picture Vince in his big cowboy hat and Varsity Letterman jacket.
Vince Chabolla
October 7, 2010
I remember Murph well from my days at St. Pats and St. Basils. Tremendous sense of humor and quite a character. Got many a laugh over some of his antics. A good man has left us. RIP and my condolences to the family
October 4, 2010
I only knew Vince about ten years, but in that time I was fortunate to have a friend that loved to share his great knowledge of firearms. He was always eager to help me in anyway he could. His phone voice will always be unforgettable.Thanks Vince for everything....Tim Russell, Vallejo, ca.
Patrick Gonzales
October 3, 2010
We will all miss Murph dearly. He was a strong and generous man whose friendship and sense of humor will never be forgotten.
Kathleen, our thoughts are with you at this time. The big guy was lucky to have a sister like you looking out for him. You had some tough decisions to make this past year, but ultimately you did everything exactly the way he would have wanted.
Pat, Pati & family
October 3, 2010
I'm so glad we met, Vince. You were an important person in my life, and I will always be grateful for our friendship.
My deepest sympathies to family and friends.
October 3, 2010
It was my honor to know Vincent.liked to visit his home and check out his great collection of racing cars.I know he was a very good friend to many.RIP my friend..Officer MAC (Gary McPherson)
October 2, 2010
Vince was one of the best friends I have ever had. He was also the honorary Uncle to my four kids and was loved by my entire family. Vince had the misfortune of living up to his namesake of Murphy's Law with all sorts of strange bad luck but he was also kind enough to give you the massive shirt off of his back. I saw Vince at least once a month for the last twenty + years in one way or the other and I will really miss him; however, I know he is happy to be walking around on both legs again in Heaven! My trips to Costco & WalMart will never be the same old buddy!
Steve & Family
Shirley Clute
October 2, 2010
Vincent will be greatly missed. After knowing Vince for 22 + years, he was a big part of my life. My condolences to his family.
Gennal Reese-Curtis
October 2, 2010
I never got the chance of meeting you but I considered you as my brother all the good things kat has told me. Sleep well my Vincent And I promise to watch over kat for you. She is has been my best friend for 19 yrs now and counting.
May the Lord continue to shine his loving blessing down on the Murphy family.
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