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Robert and Ruth Murphy Sr.

Robert Murphy Memoriam

In Loving Memory of Our Parents Robert L. Murphy Sr. August 16. 1915 - April 2, 2004 Ruth R. Murphy December 4, 1925 - July 7, 2008 Mom and Dad were married on November 2, 1945 and celebrated 58 years of marriage. God called Dad home in April 2004 and Mom looked forward to the day that she would be with him again. In July 2008 while Mom was singing "How Great Thou Art", God called her home. Mom and Dad are together in their "Heavenly home" and are celebrating their 64th wedding anniversary. Mom and Dad, thank you for being wonderful and loving parents. We love and miss you. Robert Jr. & Judy, Ronald & Lora, Randall & Debbie, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 2, 2009.

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November 2, 2009

Grandmom & Granddad,

Thank you so much for showing me the way to love. It will last me a lifetime. Happy Anniversary!!
I love and miss you both.
Lisa

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