Patricia Ann Murphy

Patricia “Momma Pat” Ann Murphy, 78, passed away on November 26, 2025, at Frankfort Regional Medical Center in Frankfort, KY. Born November 26, 1947, in Lawrenceburg, KY, she was the daughter of the late James Roscoe Murphy, Sr. and Lucy Mae Penny Murphy.

Pat was self-employed and also a devoted minister, known by many as a true maverick of God who lived her faith with boldness and compassion. She loved reading, cherished her kitchen, and found joy in cooking. Pat had a heart for service—always ready to help anyone in need—and faithfully supported ministries close to her heart, including the shoebox ministry and outreach to the homeless. She was a caring listener who welcomed everyone with an open ear. Above all, Pat dearly loved her adopted children and served as a steady, loving overseer of her family.

Pat is survived by her children, Kerry Eugene Murphy and Regina “Gi” Dawn Murphy James (Patricia “Tink” K. Swartz), both of Lawrenceburg; her special nieces and nephews, Jojuan Gallman, William “BJ” Burbridge, and Christian Murphy; her siblings, Rev. Daniel (Roxane) Murphy, Emmitt Murphy, Sr., Paula Murphy, and Cathy Murphy; her partner in crime, Bella Jean Murphy; and many nieces and nephews.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, William “Cookie” Murphy, Josephine Brooks, Bonnie Elliott, William “Skeeter” Smith, George Murphy, Raymond Murphy, James “Rabbit” Robert Murphy, Jr., Mayme Delores Murphy, Renee Winters Murphy, and Elaine Murphy.

Pat chose cremation, and a Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date. 

The family would like to express a special thank you to Pat’s caregivers, Kandi Martin and Hannah Gayle Williams of Lawrenceburg.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the Patricia Ann Murphy Memorial Fund, c/o Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home, P.O. Box 730, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342. To donate online, please click the "Donate Funeral Funds" button below. Donations may also be made to a charity of your choice that supports children or veterans.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home, Lawrenceburg, KY. Condolences may be shared at www.ritchieandpeach.com.