Merrill M. Murphy

Dear Barb, Linda, Terry, & families,
We're very sorry for your loss. Merrill will truly be missed by all of us, as we thought of him as family. LeeAnne always thought of Merrill as a second father, and she was honored to be able to have him in her life. I'm also very honored to have been able to share many moments with Merrill, whether they were good or bad. He always cared about the other person, and would always lend an ear when he could. LeeAnne & I are so very glad to have...

I am so very sorry to find out about Merrills passing? I only found out today, I'm so sorry I missed the services. I'm sure he will be living the outdoor life he always loved.
God bless you all and keep your faith that you will someday be reunited with Merrill.

Barb and family,
I saw your husbands passing in the Morning Call and remembered him from the hospital my husband and Merrell shared. One week later my husband passed away the irony of it all. My sympathy goes out to you and your family. We too are grieving in the loss of our
loved one. You might remember our family better, my daughter had all the magazines.

Dear Jen and Barbara,
Some people come into your lives and just pass through. While others make a lasting impression that will never leave your heart and memories. I remember many trips to Florida, the lake, Canada, the beach as we traveled the U.S.! These fond memories are what I will always remember of Merrill and the family. I am so sorry for your loss and want to send my deapest condolences. Now, Jen, as I look to the sky, I can say to "Mr. Murphy, I love you man!" All my love....

Dear Barbara, Linda, and Terry,

I'm sincerely sorry for your loss. I always thought Merrill was a great man...fun, caring, and just great to be around. All those years ago at Eddie's Market, he never failed to make me smile. Then when we moved to Deibert's corner, I was priviledged to get to know all Bobby's friends and neighbors better, including Merrill and the three of you. I loved living in Petersville because of all of you. But change is part of living, sadly at times. Merrill...

There is an empty rocking chair on the deck facing the creek. There is an empty driver's seat on the boat. There is an empty spot on the sofa where Pappy watched TV. There is an empty place in my heart. What remains in my heart are memories...memories of love, laughter, joking around, and making our own fun times : ) Pappy touched so many lives by taking an interest in everyone he met without judgement but with a joke and a story! I LOVE YOU AND I MISS YOU PAPPY!

Barbara, Linda & Terry: I opened my newspaper the day after dad's funeral. It saddened me to see his picture and to read of Merrill's passing. It brought back memories of our families. Merrill and my father John Heffintrayer had the same silly but gentle way about them. Our Families sat next to each other during sporting events and then your grandchildren and our children. Merrill reminded me so much of my father in so many ways, looks, smile, ect. My deepest sympathies to the entire Murphy...

Dear Shawn and Megan and Family,

I was so sorry to learn of your Grandfather's passing. I pray you will be comforted at this difficult time. I've only met him a few times, but I know he was a very special man. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

God Bless,

We are very sorry to hear of his passing. He was a such wonderful person to have known in our lifetime. God Bless Him and His Family.