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Joseph Murphy Obituary
AGE: 90 • Florham Park
Joseph M. Murphy Sr., retired Newark Detective of Florham Park, NJ died at his home on Thursday, September 29, 2011. He was 90. Born to Irish immigrants, Michael and Eleanor Murphy, he was raised in Newark where he attended St. Antoninus grade school and Essex County Vo-Tech. He had lived in Florham Park since 1974. He enjoyed spending his winters in Juno Beach FL and his summers in Manasquan, always surrounded by his beloved family.
Joseph was predeceased by his wife of over 52 years, Mary E. (Mc Mahon) in 2004, and his sister Eleanor Hartwyk. He is survived by his children: Joseph M. Murphy Jr. and his wife Mary of Bel Air, MD; Mary Anne Murphy of Basking Ridge; Kevin F. Murphy and his wife Joanne of Mendham; Michael J. Murphy of Florham Park and Nancy and her husband Joseph Walsh of Branchburg. Grandfather of: Mary Katherine & Brian Murphy, Tara , Conor & Michaela Murphy, Rose & Michael J. Murphy Jr., Shannon M. Walsh; he is also survived by his brother Francis J. Murphy of Spring Lake. Joseph was a detective in the Newark Police Department, 1st Precinct. He retired after 30 years of service. Prior to joining the police department, he enlisted in the US Navy during WWII and was stationed at the U.S. Naval Air Station, Port Lyautey, Morocco. Long-time member of Holy Family Church in Florham Park, Joseph was a member of the Florham Park Seniors, the Emerald Society of Essex County and had been a pitcher for the 1st Precinct, baseball team earlier with the police department. Joseph, a devout family man, was a wonderful father who along with his bride did much for all of their children and grandchildren, more than they can express. He will be missed and his memory will live on.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 am on Monday, October 3, at Holy Family Church, 35 Orchard Rd., Florham Park. Friends may visit on Sunday, October 2, from 2-4 p.m. & 7-9 p.m. at Wm. A. Bradley & Son Funeral Home, 345 Main St., Chatham. Donations in his memory may be made to the Florham Park Memorial First Aid Squad, 60 Felch Road, Florham Park, NJ 07932. To send flowers or for further information go to www.bradleyfuneralhomes.com
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Memories and Condolences
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George Goward
September 26, 2021
As a weekly visiting volunteer with the VNA, I had the wonderful privilege of listening to Joe's humorous, and sad, stories of his beautiful life. When Joe and I were looking at photos of his time in Italy during his WW ll service I told Joe that my wife and I had a trip planned to Italy at that time and I promised Joe I would have my wife photograph me in many of the same spots where he was posed in the photo album. I was truly excited, when we returned, to share those photos with Joe, but I learned he had already left this world.
My love to Joe, and his beautiful, supportive family as we remember this very sweet man.
George Goward.
October 8, 2011
I worked at Angelo's Deli, and we even named our dog after Michael. (Murph) I remember how Mr Murphy waited until I cleaned the slicer to come in to get his bolgna. He was someting else. I am so sorry for your lost. Sincerely, Judie. My thoughts and prays are with your family . Sincerely , Judie Neabor Hall
Bettina and Ed Edeards
October 4, 2011
I will never forget the Manasquan summers watching your dad smiling at his kids and grandkids enjoying their time together. You are an amazing family and are all ao lucky to have each other. We loved that Mr Murph and so thankful to have shared many memorable times on the deck with him. We love you all !! Xoxo
October 4, 2011
Dear Nancy, Michael & Family,
Although I've only known Joe for a short time as a volunteer for the VNA, we had an immediate bond, because of his gracious personality.
An American author from the 1860's, Sarah Orne Jewett, summed it up the best in one of her short stories when a character, speaking about the importance of friendship, says : "Yes'm, old friends is always best, 'less you can catch a new one that's fit to make an old one out of".
God bless my friend Joe. He taught me more than he''l ever know.
george goward
October 3, 2011
To Mike and The Murphy Family, our deepest heartfelt compassion during the sacred passing of your most honorable father. Enjoyed meeting him with Fuji at his side and listening to stories and watching a good ballgame. Love, Blessings..Godspeed, Emil,Betty Guarino and Family, Florham Park, NJ.
October 3, 2011
To the Murphy Clan...so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad...we will miss seeing him sitting on the deck of the beach house enjoying the sea breezes surrounded by his great family....Millie, Don & Sean Walsh
Patti Nawolski
October 3, 2011
What a sweetheart of a man! I only had the pleasure of just meeting Joe last year. He will surely be missed. He lives on in his wonderful kids and beautiful grandchildren! Xoxo
Ellen Golding
October 2, 2011
To the Murphy family: I have wonderful memories of your both parents from forty plus years and of course the Murphy "children" and the Vailsburg years. What a wonderful family! I also worked with mother in Essex county and shared many memories. May God bless all as you celebrate Dad's life. May he rest in peace. Kevin and Ellen McEnroe Golding.
John Strainic
October 2, 2011
Kevin, JoAnne and family
We are so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great man and it was a pleasure to know him. Jeanette was so glad to meet him at your party so she could meet the man that I talked to often about. All our thoughts and prayers are with you, John & Jeanette Strainic
Gary Williky
October 2, 2011
To The Murphy Family,
Through Mike and all of his love for his dad we have grown to know him.We are saddened to hear of his passing but his memory shall live on in all of you forever.
With our love,
Gary,Nancy,Dylan and Chloe williky
Joan & Brian Perlman
October 2, 2011
Nancy,Joe,Shannon and Family:
We are so sorry to hear about your dad. I know that you were so blessed to have such an incredible dad. You have memories that you will treasure forever. Nancy I told you before that you were his angel here on earth and now he is your angel along with your mom up in heaven. God bless you and your family.
All our love,
ANDREW GUGLIELMO, RET. CAPT. N.P.D.
October 2, 2011
JOES FAMILY PLEASE ACCEPT, MY CONDOLENCES ON JOES PASSING. I MET JOE IN 1958 WHEN I WAS A RECRUIT AT THE FIRST PCT. JOE WAS THE LIC. MAN. ALWAYS A SMILE AND A GREAT ATTITUDE AND WILLING TO HELP OUT ANY NEW KID IN THE PCT. SEVERAL YRS LATER WE MET, BY CHANCE IN CHADWICK BEACH, AND WE WENT TO YOUR HOUSE YOU GUYS WERE ALL SMALL AT THE TIME. AS USUAL JOE WAS GRACIOUS AND A GOOD HOST. THE WORLD HAS LOST A GREAT INDIVIDUAL. GOD BLESS HIM.
Edward Einloth
October 2, 2011
may he rest in peace so sory to hear about your loss
jeanne l benner
October 1, 2011
Nancy-So, so sorry for your loss. God bess you and your family at this time.
October 1, 2011
Dear Maryann and Family, I was very sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you.
Mary DiCataldo
October 1, 2011
My condolences go out to the family. John 11: 23-25
Marilyn Schwasta
October 1, 2011
Joe, Mary Ann, Kevin, Michael and Nancy, Your Dad will be missed by all of us. He was such a nice man, always giving anyone who came through his door a warm welcome. We all have such fond memories of time spent with him.
May your individual memories help through the tough days ahead. Prayers and blessings to all of you.
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