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Colin Murphy Obituary
Colin grew up in Barrington and was a member of the Class of 2003 at Barrington High School. He was presently a student at CCRI studying toward a BS Degree in Biology.
An animal aficionado and conservationist, he had worked at the RI SPCA and had volunteered at the Roger Williams Zoo. Colin was an avid Red Sox and Patriots fan. He had also worked at the West Indies Management Co. in Newport.
Besides his parents, he leaves two brothers, Liam M. Murphy of Washington DC and Christopher R. Murphy of Dallas, TX.
The funeral will be held on Thursday at 9 AM from the Smith-Mason Funeral Home, 398 Willett Avenue, Riverside with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Luke's Church Washington Road Barrington at 10 AM. Calling hours are Wednesday 5 to 8 PM. Burial will be in Forest Chapel Cemetery in Barrington. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the RI SPCA, 186 Amaral St., East Providence, RI 02914 would be appreciated. Visit smithmason.com for information and online condolences.
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Memories and Condolences
for Colin Murphy
Chris Land
October 28, 2007
Godspeed to you.
Jeff Bilyeu
October 28, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. I was fortunate enough to be graced by your son's presence.
Anthony Stacey
October 28, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your very sad loss. Our prayers are with you all and in particular, for Colin. We, his on-line gaming friends at mikesmarauders, knew him as Animal Mother, a fitting name for someone with his love of the animal world.
He is sadly missed by us all.
BritishBulldog1
Sarah
October 8, 2007
To the Murphy Family: I was just talking with my son who is in the chemistry class Colin attended at CCRI. He told me of your recent loss. I was so touched, I am compelled to send you an expression of my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your friends at the RISPCA
October 5, 2007
To the Murphy Family
We all feel the loss of Colin. He was kind and gentle and full of love and compassion for the animals. He made many friends here and the staff and the animals feel fortunate to have known him. We will miss him a lot.
Bethany Robidoux
October 5, 2007
Although I did not know your son, my thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time!
Joe & Linda McMahon
October 5, 2007
Kevin and Ann,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you cope with the recent loss of Colin.
We did not know Colin very well but thoroughly enjoyed our dinner with the three of you in Newport a few short months ago. I know Colin appreciated the "war stories" from our Navy days.
The tragic loss of a young man is not easy to understand. The only thing you can really do is accept it and remember that one day you will all be together again in a better world.
Lee Walsh
October 4, 2007
Dear Ann, Kevin, Christopher, and Liam,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of you with deepest sympathy and condolences. Wishing you peace and solice in the days and weeks ahead. Love, Lee
Paul Murphy
October 3, 2007
Ann and Kevin
I just found out and am so sorry for your loss. Colin and the both of you will be in my daily prayer. I will remember him as someone whose innocence and love of animals made me smile. God bless him.
Joseph Skenderian
October 3, 2007
Words cannot express the feelings of loss. He will me missed and never forgotten.
Pat Monroe
October 3, 2007
Kevin and Family
My deepest symathy to you and your family. I am sorry to hear of you your lost. You are in my thouthts and prays. God Bless you.
Bryan O'Leary
October 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Donnie Post
October 3, 2007
Dear Kevin and Family
You have my sincere condolences and deepest sympathy. May God comfort and provide you strength at this time . 2 Corinthians 4:13-14
Nicole Trafford
October 3, 2007
To the Murphy Family,
I went through elementary and high school with Colin. He was such an easy person to talk to. He will surely be missed! I am terribly sorry...
Sincerely ,
Julie Stein
October 2, 2007
I went to school with Colin. I havn't seen him in years, but I will remember him as a funny and very energetic guy. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Jo DuBiel
October 2, 2007
Ann,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. May your memories of happier times with Colin sustain you through this tragic time and bring you some comfort.
Julie Wiegand
October 2, 2007
Liam, I'm so sorry for your loss! I'm thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Annette Miller
October 2, 2007
To Ann and Family, my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Janet Hayden Cusimano
October 2, 2007
Dear Anne, Kevin, Liam and Christopher, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you make your way through this terrible time. Janet Hayden Cusimano and family (Eileen Conway's sister)
Kimathi Foster
October 2, 2007
Dear Kevin: My sympathy goes out to you and your family. My thoughts are with you.
Roberta Muench
October 2, 2007
Dear Kevin and Family:
I am so very sorry for you and your family. May God bless your Colin and comfort him now. Colin certainly achieved much in his short life; the most important being the deep love of his family. I will pray for strength and healing for you and for your family. My deepest sympathies.
John Munroe
October 2, 2007
For The Murphy Family: I when to school with colin and hung out with him on severl occasions along with Matt Toomey, colin was a great friend and i was shocked when I found out what hapened to him, when just a few weeks before i saw him at the cumberlin farms on route 6 id just like to say im very sorry and that colin will be missed by many
Pat Martel
October 1, 2007
Ann: My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Take comfort in knowing Colin rests with God and the angels. You are in my prayers and heart.
Susan Hosey
October 1, 2007
Dear Ann, Kevin and Family,
My heart is aching for all of you. Ann, I can still see that shy little Colin as I knew him years ago when working with you at Worldtek Travel.
Our deepest sympathy,
Susan & Kevin Hosey
Brian, Maija, Tiia and Miika Groden
October 1, 2007
Dear Ann and Murphy Family. All of our prayers are with you.
CARL simmons
October 1, 2007
I am so sorry to hear this. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
FEDY sonnenklar
October 1, 2007
MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES BE STRONG AND MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND SO ARE MY PRAYERS.
CCRI Biology Class
October 1, 2007
For The Murphy Family: May the love of friends and family be a source of comfort to you at this time.
From Classmates
Stephen Thomas-Schulere
October 1, 2007
Ann, Everyone at Stevens Travel sends their love and prayers. Please accept our sympathy.
Joan Escoffery
October 1, 2007
Kevin,
My sincere condolences to you and you family. May God keep you and yours in his arms in this time of sorrous.
Joan E.
EBSA
Debra Correia
October 1, 2007
Colin was a friend of My son Adam in high school He was at at our home several times. He was always a pleasure. I met him again at the RISPCA when I brought my deaf dog for classes. Colin was such a thoughtful young man. Our world is going to be less bright because of his loss. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Jody Bishop
October 1, 2007
Ann, Kevin,Chris and Liem,
Duane and I offer our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
JUDY BRIGGS(MAISANO)
October 1, 2007
TO THE MURPHY FAMILY:I REMEMBER COLIN AS A CUTE LITTLE BOY GROWING UP IN BARRINGTON HE USED TO COME OVER MY SISTER'S HOUSE (KATHY WELCH)MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME OF SORROW.
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