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Robert Murphy Obituary

Robert J. Murphy SchenectadyRobert Bobby J. Murphy, 42, of Schenectady died unexpectedly Saturday, October 26, 2013. Bobby is survived by his wife, Tamara (VanWagner) Murphy; and his daughter, Grace Anne Murphy; also by his parents, Michael Murphy and Joanne (Paul) Flynn; his sisters, Christy Anne Murphy, Jennifer Murphy, and Misty Murphy; several nieces and nephews; and by his good friends, the VanWagner family. A memorial service will be held on Thursday at 5 p.m. at Light's Funeral Home, 1428 State St., Schenectady. A calling hour will precede the service from 4 to 5 p.m. To express online condolences, visit www.sbfuneral home.com.

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. from Oct. 29 to Oct. 30, 2013.

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November 17, 2013

You were an awesome friend. You will really be missed terribly .

D. Hazard

Eric Labombard

October 30, 2013

you where a good man R.I.P Bob

Joanne Olds(Coager)

October 30, 2013

Bob your were such an awesome friend and I will always remember all the good times we all had together..God will take care of you just like he always has..you will be dearly missed and know that your family will always be in my prayers...luv you man..R.I.P

Cindy klimek

October 29, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to your Family you will forever be in our hearts we all Love and Miss deeply God Bless you all R.I.P. Bobby Murphy

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