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Ernest Lee "Ernie" Murphy Jr.

1946 - 2018

Ernest Lee "Ernie" Murphy Jr. obituary, 1946-2018, Newport News, VA

BORN

1946

DIED

2018

Ernest Murphy Obituary

Ernie Murphy, 71 passed away peacefully on April 5, 2018, at his home. He was born on May 19, 1946, in Newport News, Virginia, the son of Ernest L. Murphy Sr. and Nathalie McDermon. He was preceded in death by his parents. Ernie was a lifelong resident of Newport News and a graduate of Newport News High School. He served his country honorably in the Army followed by a 46-year long career with Newport News Shipbuilding. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Nancy, his daughter, Heather McElligott (Andrew), son, Sean Murphy, step-daughters, Stephanie Hautz (Allan), Shannon Weaver (Curtis) and step-son, Billy Weaver (Kristin); nine grandchildren, Kelsey Weaver, Hannah Hautz, Hunter Hautz, Preston Hudgins, Zackary Weaver, Riley Weaver, Jacob McElligott, Avery Weaver, and Carson McElligott; brother, Bill Murphy (Sherry), sister Bobbie Murphy; nieces, Tiffany Ward (Eric), Shanna Murphy (Brian), five great nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at Orcutt Baptist Church, 653 Baxter Lane, Newport News, Va., on Monday, April 9th from 2pm to 3pm followed by a memorial service at 3pm at the church.

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Published by Daily Press on Apr. 8, 2018.

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Sarah Puckett Kressaty

April 9, 2018

Nancy and family:

I am so sorry to hear about Ernie! You and the family are in our prayers.
Sarah

Rip Collins

April 9, 2018

Nancy,

Although our families never got together, mainly because I have lived in Nashville most of my life, Ernie and I were great friends during our high school years. Ernie was always a "hoot" and I have a in my mind, a lot of funny stories about him and our escapades. Ernie is now with the Lord and hopefully my wife, who had met Ernie, was there to greet him.

Jim Morrow

April 9, 2018

The Murphy Family,
Ernie and i were good friends and confidants in high school, i will miss his quick wit and smile. My hopes and prayers go out to you at this time.

Abbie Pressley

April 9, 2018

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Ernie. You are all in my thoughts.

Dolores Speight

April 8, 2018

Nancy,
Bill & I will miss all the fun times we shared
With the both of you.
We have been friends for lots of years & want you to know we will always be near anytime you need us.God bless you during this sad time. Love Dolores & Bill ❤

April 8, 2018

Ernie, We are going to miss your spirit and witt at the reunions. In SPD AND KELLY GREEN AND WHITE WE bid you farewell. Charlie

Robert Campbell

April 8, 2018

Nancy & Family,
Our most sincere condolences to you and the family on the passing of Ernie. We went to High School together and grew up in downtown Newport News together. We had a lot of great times. May God Bless you and the family during this time. God Bless Ernie and may he rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Greg & Shirley Campbell

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2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Orcutt Baptist Church

653 Baxter Lane, Newport News, VA

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3:00 p.m.

Orcutt Baptist Church

653 Baxter Lane, Newport News, VA

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