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Robert Clarkson Murphy Jr.

Robert Clarkson Murphy Jr. obituary, York, PA

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Robert Murphy Obituary

YORK Robert Clarkson Murphy, Jr., 59, died at the residence of his daughter, Danielle, on Monday, June 24, 2013. He was the companion of Sharon Smeltzer of York. Born October 31, 1953, in Colorado Springs, Colo., he was the son of Thelma (Tew) Murphy of York and the late Robert Clarkson Murphy, Sr. Bob was a 1972 graduate of West York Area High School. In addition to his companion and his mother, he is survived by two daughters, Danielle Olson and her husband, Dave of East Berlin, and Jessica Brenneman and her husband, Craig of York; nine grandchildren, Evelyn, Greta, Grady, Charlee, Josie, Olivia, Georgia, Riley, and Colby; two brothers, Jim Murphy and David Murphy; and a sister, Michelle Best. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 28, 2013, at the Etzweiler Funeral Home, 1111 E. Market St., York. A visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions to help defray the funeral expenses may be made payable to Danielle Olson, 137 Myers Road, East Berlin, PA 17316. www.etzweiler.com

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Published by York Daily Record on Jun. 26, 2013.

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Jason Field

June 28, 2013

Danielle, Jess and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Jim, Karen and Deanna have shared wonderful stories of their time with Bob. The Field family will continue to keep you in our prayers and thoughts.

Dianna Stevens-Flanagan

June 28, 2013

Bob left many memories for us all. It's hard to believe he's no longer here. To his family and loved ones, I share your sorrow. May God be with you and give you comfort while grieving your loss.

Sue Eisenhart

June 27, 2013

May God's love and peace be with you in this time of sorrow.

Denise Miller Blackwell

June 26, 2013

Danielle and Jess, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this time. Love you girls.

Harold and Genevieve Wagman

June 26, 2013

Our Deepest Sympathy to all of the Family and Loved ones. May God comfort you.

Yvonne Urey

June 26, 2013

So sorry Bob had to go so soon. Sorry for the whole family.Bob was a great person. May God comfort all of you. From Yvonne Urey.

June 26, 2013

Prayers for Peace to the family & Loved ones of Bob (Murph)He was a special ,kind, school friend that hung around my brothers, and had done work for us at our home, We remember him fondly,Mike & Betty (Heilman)Landis

Debbie

June 26, 2013

May God wrap you in his loving arms

Michele Best

June 26, 2013

Beloved brother, you are missed.

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