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1951
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2016
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Maureen Murphy Obituary
January 4, 1951 to March 20, 2016
Mother, Sister, and Friend. Cousin, Aunt, and Daughter. Grandmother, Godmother, and Sweetheart.Devoted mother to Daniel, who taught her to follow her dreams, Marie, who taught her to listen, and Bobby, her angel, who welcomed her to heaven with her parents, Francis and Virginia Murphy. Precious Grammy to Charlotte, Annie, John, and Clare. Cherished Mother-in-law to Kate and Jeff. Dear friend to Tony and Courtney, Todd and Ann, Lori and Sean, Tyler, Travis, T.J., Emma, and Jake. Dear sister of Geri, Pat, Dennis, and KC. She leaves a hole in our hearts. Sweetheart to Joe Hurley, who always reminded her of her specialness and her motto: Have fun every day.
Mickey loved teaching, dancing, golf, bunco, keeping "the book" at every baseball game she went to, from Burlingame little league to the World Series, and hosting the Murphy Family Easter Brunch and Hunt. We will fondly remember Golden Bunny Eggs and the Mystery Bag.
She will be missed by her family and many friends from school, work, and the community. She will be sorely missed by her first friend and final caretaker, Barb.
Memorial donations can be made to Forbes Norris ALS Clinic c/o CPMC Foundation, 2015 Steiner St., S.F., CA 94115 or to the San Francisco Giants Community Fund, 24 William Mays Plaza, S.F., CA 94107.
Friends may visit after 6:00pm, Tuesday, March 22, 2016, at St. Brendan Church, 29 Rockaway Ave., S.F where a Vigil Service will be held 7:00pm. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at 4:00pm at St. Brendan's. Private family Interment, Thursday, Holy Cross Cemetery.
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Kathryn Totah
March 26, 2016
I am so sorry to learn of Mickey's illness and death. My daughter and I had the pleasure of dancing with her for a little while at Molloy's. She was so friendly and fun. My condolences to her family and friends.
Joanna Ryder
March 25, 2016
To the Murphy family,
I was a classmate of Mickey's at Santa Clara University from 1969 - 1973. We lived in the same dorm for a few years and played on the "Foxy Ladies" powderpuff football team together. We didn't win many games but we sure had a lot of fun! Mickey was always a bright light, full of fun and laughter. I've only seen Mickey once since we graduated and that was at our 30-year reunion. She still had the same great smile. I am so sorry to hear of her passing and send my condolences to her family and friends.
Joanna White Ryder
March 24, 2016
To all the Murphy family,
Our hearts are broken for your loss, but what a woman she was! She is with your parents and her darling Bobby, and for that you can be grateful. We should all face our struggles and trials as she did; blessings to her and to all of you. May the joy of Christ's resurrrection bring you comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Our love and prayers,
Tim & Sharon Dean
March 23, 2016
Ms. Murphy
THE teacher everyone wanted their kid to have. THE teacher every kid knew they wanted to get. My oldest was lucky enough to "get" her and our family, like so many others, was touched by who she was, how she lived and how she made changes in our son. I hope she is out there "fearlessly" reading the words of and hearing the voices of the changed world she left behind. She is missed.
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Cindi Rivas
March 23, 2016
Dear sweet Mickey introduced me to Commpassionate Friends; for that I am forever grateful. I am blessed to have known her. She was a wonderful light spirit! My deepest sympathy to the family.
Donna Colson
March 23, 2016
Mrs. Murphy was a wonderful teacher and especially helpful to my two daughters Grace and Clare. She was a fantastic teacher who cared about her students and took all the time they needed to help them learn. She will be missed. We send our love and respect to her family. The Colson Family Burlingame
March 22, 2016
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of a wonderful person.
Tony and Nora Hall and Family
Michael and Julie Modesti
March 22, 2016
"Mickey we will miss your warm smile and kind heart, but you will never be forgotten"
Tom and Ruthie Kurpinsky
March 22, 2016
God bless sweet Mickey...Godspeed to your rest and calm xo
Roger de Souza
March 22, 2016
Mickey was always a pleasure to see at weddings and many gatherings. She always had a smile on her face and made a purpose to say hello. God Bless her and all of her family and friends.
Ping Zeng
March 22, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the family. Mrs. Murphy is a loving, caring, and patient teacher to all of her students. She is such an inspiration to our children. Our sons, Ethan & Darren are very fortunate to have her as their 1st grade teacher. We all adore Mrs. Murphy and miss her greatly!
-The Ishii Family
March 22, 2016
So very sorry to hear of Mrs. Murphy's passing. She was teacher to our rambunctious little boy, Finn, and was always so sweet and kind to him. Her calm and gentle approach helped him grow into the wonderful young man he is today. We will always remember her with great fondness.
-The Platkin / McKnew Family
March 22, 2016
Our condolences to the family. Mrs. Murphy was such a wonderful teacher for our son. She inspired the next generation to want to learn and fostered the spirit of kindness to all.
-The Schuman Family
Tara Cafferkey Niland
March 22, 2016
Truly sorry to hear of Mickeys passing, she fought her disease with spirit and dignity. I always enjoyed running into her Tuesday mornings while she visited with her friends. I will always have my memories of nights spent at Molloys dancing jigs and reels preparing for our paddys day performance...fond times with special women. She was a special and dear friend of my mom, it brings comfort knowing they now have eachother to watch over us all. Comfort and prayers to your family.
Fondly,
Tara Cafferkey Niland
Barbara and John Tursi
March 22, 2016
Thank you, Mickey, for showing me how to face life's challenges with grace and courage. Boy, is heaven in for some FUN !
Karen and Paul Lynch
March 22, 2016
Danny and Marie - our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I loved it when Mickey asked about my handsome boys (she was the only one who could make Paul blush!).
Mickey's sincerity and compassion was evident in the lives she touched and she will leave in a big hole in our family and community.
March 21, 2016
Prayers to a wonderful teacher!! My daughter Francesca was lucky to have you for her 1st grade teacher. You were caring, creative and a wonderful person. We will carry the fond memories forever.
Love, the Flowers Family
Andrea Olcomendy
March 21, 2016
Mickey,
You were a wonderful lady. Thank you for helping me through my life when I had bells palsy. I dont know what I would have done without you. You are at peace now. Heaven has gained another beautiful angel. You are with Bobby again and i bet you two are happy as could be. I know that my life has been touched in a very special way knowing you. May you Rest in Peace. May your memories be magical to your family.
March 21, 2016
You will be missed dearly. Born to teach, you were. Rest knowing your legacy lives on in the student's hearts and minds that you touched. We love you Mrs. Murphy. The Earlywine's
Mike Taheny
March 21, 2016
Mickey was always a beautiful and sweet girl, woman, and friend. I was blessed to know her since 1st grade and the rest of her life. All who have known Mickey and her "sister" Barb since the Irish Step Dancing days remember them floating across the floor in perfect unison. I think they have always been in perfect unison! I know she is really happy now and a real angel, no longer in pain and watching over us all with beautiful Irish Eyes. Our prayers are for all who will miss her so much, her family and friends.
DW
March 21, 2016
My condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort sustain you during this difficult time. (Hosea 13:14)
Jim and Rosie Horan
March 21, 2016
To Mickey's family, we extend our heartfelt prayers and thoughts during this very difficult time.
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