MARY ELIZABETH MURPHY Age 88, passed away on Oct. 25, 2012 in Fresno, CA. She was born on Apr. 6, 1924 in Indiana, 9th of 9 siblings, she was the last surviving. She married Uel Eugene Murphy (deceased Sept 1999) on Feb. 11, 1950 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Riverside, CA. Mary is survived by children, Mollie Smith (Norman), Melinda Coleman (Jerry) and David Murphy (Deanna), as well as 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Committal service to be held at Riverside National Cemetery on Nov. 16, 2012 at 12:15 pm. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to the following: St. Agnes Hospice, 6729 N. Willow Ave, Suite 103, Fresno, CA 93710 or UCSF Alzheimer's & Memory Center, UC Regents, 3313 N. Hilliard Lane, Fresno, CA 93726.
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We met Mary and Gene at Trinity Lutheran Church and enjoyed their friendship over 50 years. Our kids grew up together!
We will always remember Mary for her gentle spirit, willing hands and deep faith. God Bless her. Ann & Dick M.
November 14, 2012
So very sorry for your loss. Knew Mary from working for my step-father and knew the girls thru Girl scouts. Wishing the best for you and yours in this time of sorrow.
Judy Forkner
November 1, 2012
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