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Thomas Murphy Obituary
He was born in Mishawake, Ind., on May 6, 1938, the son of Lyman and Lurilla Murphy.
Tom enjoyed metal-detecting, fishing, casinos and attending powwows. He shared many funny stories of his life with his family.
He is survived by a daughter, Pam Murphy (Larry) Albert; two granddaughters and three great-grandchildren; sister, Patricia Vandeventer; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his brother, William Murphy.
There are no services planned at this time.
Jowett Family Funeral Homes and Cremation Service handled the arrangements.
This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.
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Kellie jones
November 14, 2024
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Heather Bair
August 26, 2008
sorry about your dad pam my thoughts are with you and your family at this time
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