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Joseph F. Murphy

1958 - 2022

Joseph F. Murphy obituary, 1958-2022, Wethersfield, CT

BORN

1958

DIED

2022

FUNERAL HOME

D'Esopo Funeral Chapel

277 Folly Brook Boulevard

Wethersfield, Connecticut

Joseph Murphy Obituary

Joseph F. Murphy, 64, of Ellington, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 11, 2022. He was the beloved husband of Ulana (Kuzma) Murphy for 41 years. Born in Hartford on April 9, 1958, he was the loving son of Julia (D'Angelo) Murphy of Rocky Hill and the late Frederick Murphy. Joe was a trained electrician and recently retired after 38 years from Kaman Aerospace. Joe enjoyed fishing, golfing, boating, car shows and was a motorcycle enthusiast. He loved riding his Harleys and attending bike rallies with his friends. He was a member of the Wethersfield-Rocky Hill Elks and enjoyed target shooting at Capitol City Rifle & Pistol Club in Rocky Hill. He was also a former member of North East Bass Association and participated in many fishing tournaments. In addition to his wife and mother, Joe will be forever missed by his two daughters, Joanne Harrington and husband Patrick of Manchester; Stephanie Hart and husband Jason of Matthews, NC and his two adored "little buddies," his grandchildren, Kelsey and Shane Harrington. He also leaves behind his brother and best friend, James F. Murphy and wife Julie of Rocky Hill; mother-in-law, Melanie Kuzma of Rocky Hill; sister-in-law, Natalie Kravchuk and husband Dr. Robert Kravchuk of Bloomington, IN; brother-in-law, Pete Kuzma and wife Kristine of Wethersfield; four nieces, Allison, Kelly, Elisa and Karlene and two nephews, Nicholas and Timothy; as well as Aunt Lina D'Angelo and Uncle Salvatore Malinguaggio and many dear cousins and friends. In addition to his father, Joe was predeceased by his father-in-law, Roman Kuzma, several cherished aunts and uncles and Joseph Scalzo, Sr. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 20 at 11 a.m. in St. Josephine Bakhita Parish (St. James Church), 767 Elm Street, Rocky Hill. Attendees are asked to please go directly to the church. Burial will follow in Village Cemetery, Marsh St., Wethersfield. Family and friends may call on Wednesday, October 19 from 4-7 p.m. at the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joe's memory may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation. To share a memory of Joe with his family, please visit www.desopofuneralchapel.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Oct. 16, 2022.

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Maryann mazza

October 10, 2025

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

The Schauster´s

October 10, 2025

Thinking of you all, always.

Bob Scully

October 11, 2024

"Just looking" Boy oh boy, how I miss the laughs we´ve had. Thanks for all the great times and stories we´ve made...

Patrick Kelly

October 10, 2024

Still think of Joe often and through the sadness his memory still brings a smile. His memory lives on in Ulana and the girls. Hope you are able to find moments of joy despite your profound sadness.

Marcia Francis

December 18, 2023

To Joe's family i know we all missed him but you guys missed him the most he was everything a great husband, loving father, uncle, grandfather and a good friend was kind and loving to every person he meets we miss you at Kaman and at Christmas parties ,retirement,parties but now is time to rest keep watching over us especially your loved ones.

Carla M Leahy

December 12, 2023

I was in the same home room with Joe and in a lot of classes through our years at WHS and was in hairdressing school with Ulana many happy times with both of them and also friends with his brother Jimmy !!! Miss the fun times

Jenifer Carter

October 30, 2022

Dear Julie and family,
I was heartbroken to hear the news about your son. You and the entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. With Deepest Sympathy, Jenifer Carter

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Linda Lamore

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Bill Kelly

October 20, 2022

Ulana, Jimmy,Julia & Family. So very sorry about Joe what an amazing person and what a remarkable life. I feel so lucky that Joe and your family were and are a part of our family. The family will not be the same without him. I know we´ll find comfort in each other and get through this together. His shining personality will live on in our hearts forever. Love to all Bill&Loretta Kelly

Stephen & Susan D'Elia

October 19, 2022

To Ulana, Jim & Julie and the entire Murphy & Kuzma families,
Susan & I are deeply saddened by the news of Joe's passing.
We both send our sincere condolences to all of you during these difficult times.
God bless Joe and your entire family.

Marcia Muller

October 19, 2022

Ulana, Steve and I want to send our sincere condolences to you. We are thinking of you and your family. Steve and Marcia Muller

Deb Sala

October 19, 2022

Ulana, you have my deepest condolences at the loss of your Joe. I cannot imagine the loss you are feeling now and pray that the good times you shared in your 41 years together will bring you comfort. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Brody and Asher Schauster

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Marcia Francis

October 18, 2022

My condolences to Joe´s family,I´m deeply sorry for your loss I have work with Joe for twenty eight years if you ever heard him talk about Marcy he always make sure I´m ok ,when he retired I was happy for him but I was going to miss him and three weeks ago we all meet up for lunch it was awesome day we have some laughs but my biggest moment was when he gave me the biggest hug and he said He was sorry he didn´t get to tell me by that day he left Kaman but he sure make up for it that day at lunch joe has a big heart full of love for everyone,he loves his family so much but his grandkids was his life he was looking to have nothing but fun with them,I know you´re hurting now but you have an angel to watch over you it takes time he´s always in your hearts you´re always going to remember all the wonderful years you spent together love and joy he has with each and every one of you thanks for allowing me to see his love I keep all of you in my prayers.Marcia Francis

Kerstin Plümer

October 18, 2022

Dear Ulana and Family
I am so sorry for your loss and send you my deepest condolences on the passing of Joe

Daria Dutka Lasalle

October 18, 2022

Ulana my deepest and heart felt condolences to you and your family I feel for your pain if you ever need a shoulder to lean on or just someone to talk to that has gone thru the same I lost my husband 19 years ago just so you know I´m here for you my number is 860-726-3119 I´m in new Britain

peter and diane

October 18, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Our Thoughts are with You

Mary Ann Mazza

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Rondelle Rosato

October 18, 2022

I am so sorry for your loss Ulana. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Deb and Craig Erickson

October 18, 2022

Such fond memories of Joe and Ulana and their family and friends in Westbrook We are so very saddened for the loss of your dear Joe .... A wonderful human lost way too soon. Rest In Peace Joe

Chuck Nelson

October 18, 2022

Ulana, I was so saddened to hear of loss of your husband. Relish the time you have had together. You have my deepest sympathy at this most difficult time.

Regina Smith-Hurst

October 18, 2022

Ulana and family may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. My prayers are with all of you.

Maria Napoli

October 18, 2022

Ulana,

Losing someone you love is like losing a part of yourself. You miss them and miss who you were with them. Nothing will ever replace that. I am so sorry for your lose. My prayers are with you and your family.

Maria Napoli

Robert Bradley

October 17, 2022

Jim and family, so sorry for Joes passing, stellar human and the world is lesser with him gone. Remember all the good times. Bob Bradley

Bob Kelly

October 17, 2022

Ulana, Joanne ,Stephanie
He was a son a brother husband father and grandfather and my friend
Though life I have watch all of this and been part of some of it.
Joe shed light on all those he meet his smile the laugh and kindness.
Was a friend that you could call at any time he would be there?
I had the privilege of spending my life growing up with some one cared about other people
I had privilege of watching him and Ulana meet and their love grow to getting
Married to when Joanne and Stephanie were born. Watch them grow up with father that any
A child would love to have. When ever were together he would talk of his girls and grandchildren.
We would show each other photos of our grandchildren.
The world has lost a true soul one who made this a better place for all of us. His sprit will live though this children and grandchildren because of his love and guidance
I will miss my lifelong friend
We are so sorry for your loss.
Bob and Marcia Kelly

Dick Hamilton

October 17, 2022

Jules, Jim, Ulana and the entire Murphy family, my sincere , deepest condolences at this time of your loss. Joe a smiling, easy going guy. Will be missed by many.

adreanne good

October 17, 2022

my condolences go out to the family a beautiful person with a beautiful heart riheavenly peace gone but never forgotten

Anna Sullivan

October 17, 2022

Ulana, I was saddened to hear of your loss. Sending caring thoughts your way.

Patrick, Elizabeth, PJ, and Alexandria

October 17, 2022

Dear Ulana, Joanna, Stephanie and the entire Murphy/Kuzma family,

We are truly heartbroken to hear of your loss. We have lost a bright spot in our lives. Try to fill your days with all of the fond memories Joe has provided us with from throughout the years. Our thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.

Jeannette Soulier

October 17, 2022

Ulana,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending out prayers to you and your family.
Jeannette Soulier

Robin Litts

October 17, 2022

Ulana, sending you love and prayers. Such very sad news about Joe he was a nice guy I remember him. Robin Litts

Pati Bartone (Callahan)

October 17, 2022

To the Murphy Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. My Deepest Sympathy.

D'Esopo Funeral Chapel

October 17, 2022

Our deepest condolences on your loss. The D’Esopo Family.

Edward Culligan

October 17, 2022

To the entire Murphy family I am so sorry to hear of Joe´s passing. He was a kind and friendly guy. He will be missed by his brother and sister Elks in Rocky Hill.

Dena Worrall

October 17, 2022

Stephanie and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you get through this difficult time.
Dena (friend from Ferguson)

Daria Dutka -Lasalle

October 17, 2022

My deepest condolences
To the entire family
From
Daria Dutka-LaSalle

Thomas Magro

October 16, 2022

Julie and family,
Please accept my condolences for Joey´s passing. I´ll always remember his smile and sense of humor.
Tommy (Santilli) Magro

Chris and Jay

October 16, 2022

We´re so sad to hear of Joe´s passing. So many great memories. I can´t even begin. Especially the beach with our girls. 4th of July!!! Love and sympathy to the entire family.
Love you so much.

April

October 16, 2022

Our deepest condolences to Ulana and family. We were shocked to read of Joe´s passing. May your wonderful memories of Joe sustain you during this most difficult time. Rick (Popeye) and April Willhide

Richard Kellogg

October 16, 2022

My SINCEREST CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO The Murphy Family For This Untimely Loss Of Joe!! He Was A Great Guy and Lived His Motorcycles and family along With a Long List Of Friends!! May He Rest In Eternal Peace Forever...

Bob & Denise Scully

October 16, 2022

We´ve shared so many laughs, miles, and memories. Now our hearts are broken, but you'll never be forgotten. We pray for the family to find peace during this difficult time. Our love and support are here for the family. RIP, my friend.

Carla M Leahy

October 15, 2022

Ulana my heart breaks for you!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Carla M. Leahy

October 15, 2022

Ulana my heart goes out to you and your family my thoughts and prayers are with you!!! Love Carla

Donna Sullivan

October 15, 2022

Deepest Condolences Joanne and to your family. It´s a hard loss. Keep your memories at the forefront and smile for the good times.

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Mass of Christian Burial

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