Fred Thomas "Tom" Murphy

My favorite teacher without a doubt I had him both at Brookside and at River View thank you for being the tough teacher you were

My heart and prayers are with you Vicki and Cindy. Your dad accomplished so much in his life. Your whole family must be so proud.

I have not seen Couch Murphy since graduation from Riverview High School in 1967. He couched me when I played football for the Rams and on the track team. He was one of the best role models I could have asked for. Rest in Peace Couch, you touched a lot of lives during your time on Earth and made the world a better place.

Sending sympathy to Cynthia, Vickie and their families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Brenda and John Hamill

Tom was a dear friend and fellow musicuan. We enjoyed playing many gigs along with Clyde Wiggins and the rest of the band.Tom had a rare sense of humor and I always enjoyed listening to his stories about growing up in Sarasota.We spent many hours jamming on his side porch and playing with a lot of different pickers.
Him and Clyde were instrumental in starting the Manasota Steel Guitar Club. We will miss you Tom,go rest high on that mountain . Semper Fi,Marine .

I'm so sorry for your loss. I had a great deal of affection and respect for Mr. Murphy.

We are sorry to hear of Mr. Murphy's passing. We learned so many things about him through his beautiful daughter and family (Vicki & K.C. Donner and Courtney) that we felt as if we knew him well. Our hearts and prayers are with you.

With Love

To the Murphy family. Sorry for your loss. Loved Coach Murphy! Think of him often.