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John Murphy Obituary
Mr. Murphy had been the hospital administrator at Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake from 1967 to 1987.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia (Brennan); three daughters; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to the Hospice of Volusia/Flager, High Peaks Hospice or the charity of your choice, care of the Fortune-Keough Funeral Home in Saranac Lake.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Marge & Dennis Mallon
February 25, 2009
Pat & Family-
Jack will be missed by all who knew him. We will all miss his quiet; but, strong presence, his humor and dedicated commitment to so many causes. He truly was one of the "good guys"!
Madge & Phil Duprey
February 24, 2009
Pat & Family-Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Jack. He was 'one-of-a-kind', and taught many of us @AMC(GHSL) many things-especially cost-saving ideas! I always felt I could go to him at any time about anything-he was a great 'father figure' to many of us just sprouting our wings in the medical field. I'll always smile when I hear his name.
Diana Herbert
February 23, 2009
Pat, My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
P.S. Jack, you'll have to find an angel, in heaven, to fix those holes in your sweaters from now on!
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