Christopher D.W. Murphy

Christopher Dean William Murphy, age 50 of West Hartford, Connecticut lost his battle with cancer on April 29th, 2022. He is survived by his wife Jennifer Walters Murphy, his daughter Mason Murphy and son Jack Murphy. Chris was a proud graduate of Purdue University. A West Hartford transplant from St Louis, Missouri, Chris grew to love his new home and tolerated the New England winters. He could frequently be found at his children's sporting events, hanging out with his friends in shorts and sandals, no matter the temperature. Chris Murphy was a true friend, an honorable man. Chris was a movie line savant often carrying on complete conversations with his brother Adam quoting lines from movies. He loved to debate and often said he knew he was wrong and you also knew he was wrong, but by the end of the conversation he had you convinced that he was right; in fact that was the topic of his college entrance essay. Chris delighted in teasing his children whether by wearing gold shoes on a Washington DC vacation or playing the car radio at full volume when he picked them up. Spur of the moment road trips to unknown destinations always led to new unplanned experiences and memories. He was an amazing and nurturing parent and a loving partner to Jenny for more than twenty years. Chris's kindness, quick wit, and intelligence will be missed by everyone who ever met him. His smile and laugh will not be forgotten. He is survived by his parents Mike and Marianne (Rott) Murphy of St Louis, Missouri, his brother Adam Murphy and his wife Elizabeth and nephew Brooks of Denver, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in honor of Chris Murphy can be made to: Helen & Harry Gray Cancer Center ATTEN: Philanthropy Department 80 Seymour St PO Box 5037 Hartford, CT 06102 Or Elizabeth Park Conservatory Dedication 1561 Asylum Avenue West Hartford CT 06117 Or the charity of your choice.