Bradenton, Florida
1944-2011 (Age 66)
Dr. James Brian Murphy passed away on Monday, Aug. 8, 2011.And, as Bradenton Herald columnist Vin Mannix wrote, Dr. Murphy was a man who made time for everyone: His family. His patients. His staff. And his community.That was Dr. Murphy, longtime optometrist and 66-year-old civic leader who seemed...
Read MoreKris, David and I are in Florida with Rick and Janet Gordon and went to see frank Decaria. There we learned about Brian's passing. We are so sorry to have lost contact and to have learned this sad news. Hugs my friend.
Candy and David Smith
May 05, 2013 | Stuart's Draft, VA
I was truly saddened to hear of Dr. Murphy's passing. He was such a wonderful person. We will miss him greatly. May he rest in peace.
Bonnie Wiedeman
February 22, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. I'm saddened that I'll never get to meet this great man.
January 13, 2012
Sorry lost he will be missed. vernice johnson an family
vernice johnson
September 22, 2011 | Bradenton, FL
I just happened upon this article on the Internet and was shocked. My condolences to all the family. Brian was the bright spot in many lives. What an encouragement he as to me in my previous profession. He was just plain fun! May God bless him eternally!
In Christ,
Fr. Amaro Saumell
Amaro Saumell
September 20, 2011 | Needles, CA
Kris, Tara and Molly,
So very sorry to hear this tragic news. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Hugs,
Lu Ann Nelson
September 06, 2011 | San Antonio, TX
Although I moved to North Carolina 8 years ago, I always kept Brian as my eye doctor. I looked forward to seeing him again this November. We always caught up on what our families were doing and how proud we were of our children. I will miss my dear friend and eye specialist emensely.
Ellie Disney
August 22, 2011 | Pinehurst, NC
Tara and Molly, Your Dad was the best father!!!!!He was so sweet to Merrily when Milton was away baseball season!
brenda may
August 22, 2011 | Bradenton, FL
Kris, Tara and Molly, We just learned today of Brian's passing. We extend our sympathy to all. He always had a warm smile and a good word for everyone. Love to all, Margie Olson Erdman, Sherri Olson Hewett, Wendy & Kim Olson
Margie Erdman
August 20, 2011 | Bradenton, FL
