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Donald Edward Murphy

Durham, California

1935 - 2015

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DON MURPHY Donald Edward Murphy passed on November 12, 2015 after a short illness, resting peacefully in his home in Durham, California surrounded by his family. Don was born on November 24, 1935 in Oakland, California, where as a kid he rode scooters through the Berkeley Hills and slid down the...

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Don will be forever remembered as a great man that made the Durham Coliseum a reality for the children of Durham. He gave so much to the Durham community and will be greatly missed. Our heartfelt sympathy to Susan and family.

So sorry to hear about Don.
He was always very friendly and knew everyone. My sympathies are with you, Susan,and your Family.
Sandra Atteberry

My condolences and heart felt sympathy goes to Susan and Don's broader family. As his obituary describes, he was an industry leader, friend to the ground he farmed and all those that shared his love of farming and family. Many years have passed since our last words, but I still cherish my memories of his enthusiasm for innovative farming, family life and projecting his vision forward. Our community misses him already. Rest in peace Don Murphy.

My heartfelt sympathy to Don's family.
Our long history goes back to the summer of 1955 when he taught me how to waterski in the canals of the Feather River and continued through the years. He was a fixture at the French Bakery in Durham where my husband Don and I would catch up with Don and his family, especially his grandchildren.
A respected member of the greater Chico community, Don touched the lives of many and will be missed.