Pocatello, Idaho
1942 - 2021
beloved father, uncle, teacher and coach peacefully passed away on May 26th, just two days after his 79th birthday. Duane taught French and coached Tennis at Pocatello High School. During his retirement he was a dance host on cruise ships for several years. He is survived by his sisters, LaVona...
Read MoreI will never for get this kind man. My French teacher and a fan of Cher I will remember and loved making chocolate mousse for class. Thank you for a lifetime of speaking French Sir
Sheriann Nye
May 26, 2022 | Friend
Teachers may often never know the true impact they make in the world. God bless you Mr. Murphy and thank you for your influence, guidance and patience. Adieu
Student of 1986
June 24, 2021 | Other
I really admired Duane. I was a senior on the Poky tennis team the first year he became our coach. He didn´t know much about tennis at that time but gave it his all. I met the girl who would become my wife on the last State tennis tournament of my high school career and he was there to witness it all. He was also my French teacher. He was a real decent man. About ten years ago we ran into him in Bangkok at a restaurant and I was blown away that fate had brought us together. He said it was a...
Steve Vigliaturo
June 22, 2021 | School
I'm so sorry I did not know that Mr Murphy passed away he was my ta teacher at Poky what a sweet man he was a wonderful tennis coach he will be greatly missed.
Diedre Nugent
June 16, 2021 | School
I was saddened to hear of Duane´s passing. He was a close friend of my mom and I´ve known him since my early childhood days as a tennis player. What a lovely man! He was always cheerful and kind, funny and goofy, and pleasant to be around. That´s how I remember him ~ and I feel grateful to have known him. My heart goes out to his children and all who loved him.
Marla (Swassing)
June 05, 2021 | Friend
Duane always welcomed me and my partner to his table at the Bridge Studio. Nice, friendly guy. He will be missed.
Joan Phillips
June 03, 2021 | Other
Duane was a very nice person, coach and French teacher. I loved his 4th year French class....RIP and know I learned a lot from you!!!
Sheriann Nye
June 02, 2021 | School
I enjoyed Duane at our Idaho Falls bridge studio and chatting at online bridge games during the pandemic. Such a sweet, lovely man. I'll miss him.
Mary Ellen McFarlane
June 01, 2021
My husband, Jim, and Duane taught together at Pocatello High School for many years. Even though very different, they became fast friends. Our family enjoyed his continuing friendship over the years. It was a pleasure to know him. Blessings to your family. Mary Jo, Emily, and Mattie Mulick
Mary Jo Mulick
June 01, 2021 | Friend
