Johnny-Murphy-Obituary

Johnny Murphy

Age 71

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DIED
February 22, 2016
AGE
71

Obituary

Johnny Murphy, an Irish actor who was known best for co-starring as Joey "The Lips" Fagan in the 1991 film adaptation of "The Commitments," has died of cancer, according to multiple news sources. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here.

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God bless. May your horn sing in heaven!

here I am watching a movie as good as any ever made, filled with unknown then stars now, great memories, grabbing us, making us go ah and laugh, alive, magical, always fresh, always superlative, because of the writing of Doyle, shepherding of Alan Parker, Maria Doyle belting it out, the granular noire of Dublin, so many wonderful ingredients and you sir, Johnny Murphy, as lips fagan, so great I had to drop out and find out what happened to you and when all is passed, including us, some will...

Johnny, your role in the Commitments was iconic as well as inspiring. The trumpet roles were done eloquently and right on brother! You shine! I love the movie because of you!
Rest In Peace brother!

Johnny Murphy was truly admired and loved as a human being and as an actor. His talent touched many and moved the hearts of others. My sincere condolences to the family for their loss. May the love, the strength, and comfort that our Heavenly Father grant to the ones who loss their loved ones, be also granted to you all to endure - while you cherish the great moments Johnny had with those he loved.

Johnny Murphy is and always will be highly valued and greatly admired. Find comfort in knowing that he brought joy and much delight to the lives of many. My earnest desire is that God's love embraces and consoles the Murphy family during this time of sadness.

To the Murphy Family,
You have my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. May our Heavenly Father hear your plead for comfort to sustain you during this most grievous time.

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your love.

May God hold you in the palm of his hand.