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age 40, of East Sparta, passed away early Tuesday morning. Robert was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church. He was an attorney who had worked for the firm of Black, McCuskey, Souers, and Arbaugh since 2004.
Robert is survived by his wife, Rachel (Fox) Murphy. They were married on June 18, 2005 at Kenyon College. He is also survived by his sons, Simon (8), Anderson (6), Bennett (3), and Theodore (1); mother and step father, Patricia and Floyd Oryszak; father and step mother, Robert and Janey Murphy; sister, Amie Murphy, and niece, Farrel Murphy. He was preceded in death by his sister, Melissa Ellen Murphy.
Family and friends will be received on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church and Saturday morning from 9 to 10:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian burial will follow Saturday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Fr. Benson Okpara, celebrant. A private family burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Michael School.
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Adam Krider
September 23, 2019
I am sad to hear about the passing of (BJ). My condolences and prayers go out to the Murphy family at this difficult time! May God watch over you and give strength each and everyday.
Lucia Zappitelli
September 20, 2019
My deepest sympathy and prayers to the Murphy family. May God give you strength during this difficult time. God Bless
September 19, 2019
I am so sorry to read of BJ's passing. What a great guy! Hugs and sympathy to everyone who loved him, especially his wife and kids.
His legacy will live on in those he loved and in the things he touched.
Zee Ferguson
September 19, 2019
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of a friend for life - knowing Robert as we did enriched our lives like no other. May you feel the love of all of us and God's hands around you during this difficult walk.
Marisa Chovan
September 18, 2019
Sending prayers to BJs family. I'm so sorry for your loss ❤
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