LeRoy Murphy Obituary

LeRoy Murphy, 56, of Greenville, a veteran firefighter of 20+ years passed away at approximately 9:00 a.m. Sunday.

Murphy's service record shows he had currently been with the Englewood Fire & Rescue, Gettysburg Fire & Rescue, Clark State Community College Fire Services Training, and recently with the Greenville Township Fire Department.
He is survived by his wife and children.

Published by Dayton Daily News from Oct. 21 to Nov. 20, 2013.

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Murphy family at times it can be difficult to put into words when we need help. God's Word assures us that God hear your call for help even if you can't put your feelings into words. ( Romans 8: 26,27) I would like to extend my deepest condolences at this time.

C.G

November 24, 2013

Feightner FAMILY

November 15, 2013

And He will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more.

LE

November 15, 2013

My condolences to your family through these gruesome days ahead. Please know that Leroy will truely missed. Blessing to you.
DBurgess; New Jersey

D. Burgess

October 28, 2013

Forever remembered

Martyn Twidle

October 26, 2013

Thanks for your services. RIP
Chief Virgil Murphy
Retired GTFD

October 26, 2013

May His grace and steadfast love carry you through this very difficult time.

October 25, 2013

Remembering you at this time during your loss.

James Morsch (FF/EMT) ret

October 24, 2013

It was great knowing you Murph. God's speed Brother.

October 24, 2013

Rip my following brother I am a firefighter in New Hampshire

Brian Woodburn

October 23, 2013

Thank you for your dedication RIP Brother

Steve Williams

October 23, 2013

Rest in Peace My Brother you will be missed, You where a good friend and glad to have work with you.

Richard Brown

October 23, 2013

R.I.P my brother, you wont ever be forgotten

landon foor

October 23, 2013

we may have a emt/firefighter but you will never be forgotten. rest in peace buddy we got it from here now

landon foor

October 23, 2013

R.I.P my brother! Now may you help protect the lord's kingdom now. My prayers go out to the family, friends and fellow firefighters that knew him. Your wisdom and grace will always live on!

Nathan Lewis

October 23, 2013

To the finest and toughest cop I had the honor to work with. We faced the greatest horror a cop can face and we came out on top. Murph, until we meet again on the streets of glory, your Brother forever and always.

Rodney Ables

October 22, 2013

Leroy Murphy your service here on Earth is now completed, its time to allow others to take on that task.

We thank you for the service you have provided.

You may be gone, but not forgotten.

We here on Earth may have lost an EMS/Firefighter, but Heaven gained an EMS/Firefighter guardian angel with a heart to service.

May The Great Spirit Welcome You With Open Arms

Until we meet again one day.

Andie

October 22, 2013

To the finest and toughest cop I ever had the honor of working with. We faced the greatest horror a cop can face and we came out on top. Murph, until we meet again on the streets of glory. Your Brother forever and always,Sgt.Rod Ables (MCSO)Retired

October 22, 2013

My Condolences to FF Murphy's Family.

Eric Olsen

October 22, 2013

Leroy u where an amazing guy never though it would come down to this hope u still pick on me when u get the chance love ya brother R.I.P. Leroy thanks for your service see u again some day.

Tyler Neitzelt

October 22, 2013

RIP Murph! You'll be missed by so many. Rest easy brother!

Amy Wilt

October 22, 2013

You Always had a smile and would help anyone in need. I will miss working with you. RIP

Doug Shade

October 22, 2013

My condolaces to the Murphy family and friends. May GOD BLESS you all in this traggic time. Thank you for you dedication Mr. Murphy. . R. Murray retired firefighter / Ems.
26 years.

October 22, 2013

To the friends and family of Leroy Murphy, May God's love and peace be with you, All of your friends at Miami Valley Fire/EMS Alliance.

Jackie Leland

October 22, 2013

It was an honor knowing you Leroy and a privilege working and training with you. You will missed but not forgotten. RIP Brother

Sarge 712

October 22, 2013

May you rest in peace. You will NEVER be forgotten! Thank you for everything you did! Forever in our hearts...

Jodi Gilpin

October 22, 2013

October 21, 2013

R.I.P. Prayers to his wife, kids & fire family.

Maggie Mathijssen

October 21, 2013

God speed brother.. we will honor you by carrying your wisdom with us.. you will be missed..R.I.P...

Marquis Campbell

October 21, 2013

RIP Leroy.....You will forever be missed.

Gettysburg Rural Fire Dept.

October 21, 2013

Thanks for being such a good friend to so many, we will
miss you terribly.

Angie Burns

October 21, 2013

You will be in our hearts and truly missed forever!!!

Jackie Sanders

October 21, 2013

You will be missed by many. RIP Leroy

October 21, 2013

RIP Leroy! I was blessed to be able to work with you and will miss your smile and amazing sense of humor!

Julia Frye

October 21, 2013

Rest in peace ... I know heavens enjoying another angel ... I know my grandson will miss you at Englewood fire Dept.

ava burkhart

October 21, 2013

RIP Leroy!!!to your Family my prayers go out to you all.You were a good man and funny also.

Diana Abrevaya

October 21, 2013

R.I.P brother Leroy you will be missed by all. You were a great instructor and taught us all well and will be looking down nd looking over us.

Anthony Puthoff

October 21, 2013

I only knew you for a short time, but never met a more dedicated person to instructing those who follow us. RIP

Steve Goheen

October 21, 2013

You are a fantastic instructor and funny too you will be missed but we will all see ya soon you may be gone but the impression you left will always be strong. Gone but not forgotten.

Aaron Peavley

October 21, 2013

my prays are with his family RIP brother we will miss you

Paul Smith

October 21, 2013

My sincerest condolences to the family & friends of Leroy. I knew him from Whirlpool. And he was truly a Great Man. He will be missed.

Samuel Carmack

October 21, 2013

in God's care rest in peace

Dwayne Bickham

October 21, 2013

RIP Brother Leroy you will be dearly missed but never forgotten classes will never be the same without you brother. But I know you will be looking down on every one of them and keeping us safe. Deepest sympathies to his family.

Marcus Roll

October 21, 2013

THANK YOU LEROY. YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE
IN MANY LIVES.

TOM PUGH

October 21, 2013

To the family of Lt. Leroy Murphy, I hadn't been in contact with Leroy in a very long time but knew him during his time of service in law enforcement. Always a very nice man and dedicated public servant. May God wrap His loving arms around all of you and give you peace during this time. Leroy, you've worked hard and now have answered your final call. Rest well, my brother.

Donna Baker

October 21, 2013

Prayers to your family. Rest In Peace.

Gary Stanley

October 21, 2013

You be miss leroy! I had some much fun at Eldora when you worked the safety team with me. R.I.P god bless you and your family

Dusty Wallace

October 21, 2013

RIP brother. It was a true blessing learning from you! We got it from here!

Daniel Quinn (TCFD)

October 21, 2013

Leroy you were a great instructor and an amazing guy to be around. No fire class will ever bee the same without you. The Lord got one hell of a firefighter on his fire crew now!

Mitchell Kirtley

October 21, 2013

Leroy, you will be missed by many, but the memories we have will always be cherrished! Rest in peace and always watch over us. Deepest sympathy to the family.

Joe & Angie Widener

October 21, 2013

To the family of Leroy Murphy,
I will always remember how devoted Leroy was to the training
of others. His service will always be remembered. I will miss you and I know his families hearts are full of hurt and sorrow, with time some wounds will heal but the hurt will always remain in all of our heart. Rest in peace.

Greg Armstrong

October 21, 2013

My deepest sympathies to family and friends. You being in my life at work and especially on EMS/Fire calls was a blessing for me. RIP brother,Leroy.

Dana Schilling

October 21, 2013

LeRoy Murphy was like a second grandfather to me . I was his granddaughters bff and he had known me because of my father. I will miss you Grandpa LeRoy

Sarah Clark

October 21, 2013

RIP my brother. Praying for family and department personnel.

David Hodges

October 21, 2013

God Bless you and yours in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and Prayers go with you and your families, both at home and the fire service.

Rick Hawbecker

October 21, 2013

Our prayers go out to the family both at home and the Fire Service. God Bless all that serve.

Rick Hawbecker

October 21, 2013

Our hearts are with you and prayers to your family and brothers for strength. Peace be with you. ~ Firefighterwives Network

October 21, 2013

RIP Leroy, You trained hard an touched a lot of hearts. Be at peace watch over all of us brother. Ret. Chief Kevin Dailey, Instructor Hocking College

October 21, 2013

Job well done, my good and faithful servant. Rest In Peace. AM+DG

Jeremy Linn

October 21, 2013

A good friend, fellow firefighter, and co-worker, you will be missed by all who loved you. Thanks for the memories.

Ray & Alice Rayburg

October 21, 2013

Thank you for your "first responder" services, Sir.

Patricia Scott

October 21, 2013

RIP Lt. Murphy!

D Vincent

October 21, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

PS

October 21, 2013

Sarah Erisman

October 21, 2013

I will miss your big funny smile Leroy!
We all love you and will miss you dearly!
Sarah E.

Sarah Erisman

October 21, 2013

Rest In Peace Brother...

Ron Lewis

October 21, 2013

We were very sorry to hear about the loss of Lt. Murphy.

Dennis Owens

October 21, 2013

Rest in peace buddy we got it from here

Landon Foor

October 21, 2013

Rest in peace buddy

Landon Foor

October 21, 2013

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