John Phillip MURPHY

1935 - 2015

MURPHY, John Phillip: 1935 - 2015. John Murphy was born September 26, 1935 in Regina, Saskatchewan to Hugh "Spud" (Mabel) Murphy; and passed away peacefully on June 18th in Kelowna at the age of 79. John is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Marie Murphy (nee Norris), son Patrick (Lee), grandchildren, Morgan and Hunter, brothers; Ken (Pam) and their children, Sharon, Pat, Laurie, Justine; Bob (Louise) and their children, Mike, Kevin, David. He was predeceased by both parents, daughter Theresa, and brother Ed. John cherished time spent with family and friends. A special thank-you to Marie, Garry, Al, Andy and Chester. We are grateful for the wonderful care provided to John by Dr. Broome, Dr. McCauley, and Dr. Paul Mick. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM Saturday June 27, 2015 at St. Theresa's Catholic Church - 750 Rutland Road N. with Father Cerlouie Jimenez officiating. Interment will follow at Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery at 11:30 AM. In lieu of flowers donations may be directed to the British Columbia Lung Association, 2675 Oak Street Vancouver, BC V6H 2K2. Arrangements entrusted to Everden Rust Funeral Services, condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com.