Thomas Guy MURPHY

MURPHY, Thomas Guy On June 1, 2018 at his vacation home in Coronado, Tom tragically passed away. Tom was 62 years old born on July 13, 1955 in Joliet, IL. He was an orthopedic Sales Distributor for over 25 years. After a successful career, he retired to philanthropy and became heavily involved with the Conquistadors, First Tee and Special Olympics. Tom left a legacy of love and laughter for all so fortunate to know him. He lit up every room and commanded every conversation. He was generous to his family and to his friends...who number in the thousands. "Your only true friend!" He is survived by his parents, his loving daughter, Mariah, and his brother, Ray and sister-in-law, wonderful Caitlin. He was the proud uncle of Sean, Siobhan, MaryKate and Meaghan. He was also the doting father of his furry children, Mocha and Morris. Tom was preceded in death by his son, Bryan, whom he will be joining in eternal light. A Memorial Visitation with be on Monday, June 25, 2018 at EAST LAWN PALMS MORTUARY from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Services will be held on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 5150 N. Valley View Rd. in Tucson. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to the First Tee Program, www.thefirstteetucson.org