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David "Bob" Murphy

David Murphy Obituary

Passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 30, 2020. Bob was born in Philadelphia on April 11, 1944. He served for 2 years in the US Navy aboard the USS Franklin D Roosevelt. After a career of law enforcement with the Philadelphia Police Force, Bob moved to Fort Lauderdale Fl and opened his own business. He retired in 2016 and moved to Punta Gorda, Florida with his wife, Pauline. They were active cyclists, joggers and enjoyed dancing. Bob was involved with his son's Irish band, The Bogside Rogues. Bob is survived by his wife Pauline Murphy (Wood) a brother James P. Murphy (wife Laura) and sister Joanne Byrne all from Southeast Fl., 2 children, Tim Murphy (Christine) and Colleen Murphy Bowman (Tom), as well as 2 step children Bill Mufalli of Cherry Hill, NJ and Denae Mufalli-Delia (Pete) of Simpsonville, SC. The Murphys shared 8 grandchildren, Brady and Patrick Bowman, MacKenzie, Maeve, and Molly Murphy, Alorah Green, Anthony and Carmine Delia.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Dec. 9, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for David Murphy

28 Entries

Mike Canals

April 19, 2022

New Bob many years and his daughter Colleen in ft Lauderdale FL. Worked with him doing security at a few jobs. Will miss him terribly. Good drinking buddy at the Parrot Lounge. RIP brother.

Evie and Steve Corwonski

December 30, 2020

Bob- you were so full of life and such a joy to know. We miss your daily ride by on your bike and the many happy times we shared. You are missed every day. Good bye to our good friend for now until we meet again.

Pauline Murphy

December 20, 2020

This is one of my favorite pics of us. Both of us had been going to the Parrot in Ft. Lauderdale for Eagles games for quite a few years. (I went everytime I visited family in Ft. Lauderdale, girlfriends or eventually my own condo). This was our first time going together. We find it amazing that we never met there. He had to come to North Wildwood to find me. LOL I miss you babe!!!!! Till we see each other again. Enjoy Paradise!

Ed Frederick

December 18, 2020

We meet people in phases of our lives, and some people stay where we met, while others become a fixture in where our lives go. Bob Murphy was one of those people.
Bobby Murphy and I met in the Philly PD.
In 1990 I moved to Florida. A few short years later Bobby moved down and was close to his brother Jimmy, the “big shot” lawyer in Ft. Lauderdale. He was so proud of his little brother and all he accomplished and the life he built. Brothers are a funny bunch and sometimes they don’t always say how they feel, but I know that Bobby thought the world of his brother Jimmy.
Bobby and I became very close in Florida and spent a lot of time watching the Eagles at The Parrot and the Phillies Spring Training in Clearwater. During those times, Bobby always spoke about his son, Tim, and how talented Tim was and how he was so proud of him and his accomplishments. So many people mistakenly thought Bobby and Timmy were brothers, which always made Bobby laugh, and secretly enjoy being thought of as a lot younger than he was! Bob’s daughter Colleen and her two sons were the apple of Bobby’s eye. The time he spent with them at the shore were cherished times to Bobby, and he would not have traded them for anything.
Part of our Florida crew was Jimmy Shanahan, retired PPD Chief Inspector. Jimmy wintered in Ft. Lauderdale and was with us for many a good times watching the Eagles, and Phillies. We were fortunate to have each other and we never forgot where we came from. Having friends from where you come from is truly a gift when you move far from home.
About 5 years ago Bobby told me that he had met someone, which I knew was a serious thing for Bob. It turned out Pauline was the love of his love that he had waited a lifetime to meet. After he and Pauline married and moved to the West Coast Bob and I didn’t have as much contact, but I knew that he was finally content and happy, and I was happy for him.
So when I got a call on 11/30 that Bobby had died, I was shocked. It’s taken me a while to process this loss, and just as I was coming to terms with this I learned that our good friend Jimmy Shanahan passed away on 12/13. My Florida crew is gone. And it leaves me bereft and feeling such loss. 2020 has truly been a cruel year filled with so much heartache.
I want to convey my heartfelt condolences to the Murphy family. I know you are grieving the loss of a big presence in your lives. Pauline, I am so sorry that your time with your soulmate was cut so short. Sometimes life can be so unfair, but I am so grateful that you gave Bobby true happiness and contentment in the final years of his life.
God bless and comfort you all, and RIP my brothers. Until we meet again may God hold you in the palm of his hand

Ed Frederick

December 18, 2020

rick mc ginley

December 14, 2020

miss u alot buddy ,rick

John Monaghan

December 12, 2020

Bob, It has been some time since we met in S. Florida and regaled one another with old police street stories while enjoying a few be-joyfuls! May you rest in the Arms of God.

Cindy Cromley

December 11, 2020

Bob was a great guy and I saw my best friend fall in love with him. He was such a wonderful man. I’m so glad that they found each other and had happiness and romance! My heart breaks for Pauline and the whole family! May God bless them and wrap his loving arms around them.

Donna and Chad

December 9, 2020

Bob, you were a joy to know and a great friend to have. We love you Bob!

Walt Sinese

December 9, 2020

RIP my Friend. BOB a good guy ,good athlete, and a GOOD PERSON !

June and Don Hesketh

December 9, 2020

Bob, we will miss all of the fabulous trips where you and Pauline joined us wine tasting in Temecula, at the beach in CA, Virginia, and Las Vegas! Sadly we will miss hearing your colorful stories and quick wit, but we’ll catch up when we meet again!

Jen Brennan

December 9, 2020

You all have our deepest heartfelt condolences. You're all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time

Irene Bacigalupo

December 9, 2020

I will miss your smile. I didn't spend much time with you, but you were so friendly. As if we'd been friends for ever. Praying for all who will miss him.

Patricia (Trish) Evans

December 9, 2020

Mr. Murphy, wow.....a true classy gentlemen. He was a very nice guy. All of our love and condolences from the gang at The Red Rooster. RIP Bob. XO

peggy graham

December 9, 2020

our family has always enjoyed seeing Bob over the years...just from the numerous comments you know that Bob touched many many lives...he always had a big smile on his face when I saw him but I think that watching Timmy playing on Irish weekend and having his daughter Colleen by his side along with the grandkids was the reason for that smile...will miss you Peggy and Ed Graham and family...and for as long as you have been in my life since childhood I never knew that David was your first name..

Tom Senior

December 9, 2020

What can you say about a great guy who touched so many people and was my dads partner in crime.. literally and figuratively!!! Lol .... Rest Easy Bob ... say hi to the gang for us!!!!

Ron & Eileen Long

December 9, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I was in the police academy with Bob class 185 June 1967 . I always called him Bob.
We remained friends through the years meeting in Florida and when he came up to Philly we would go to FOP . I did just talk to Bob about getting surgery. We did not go into detail about medical condition. He will be missed. He had a great sense of humor and was always up person with hearty laugh. Bob had many friends from the police department and many other friends. He was liked by many with his great personality.

Jo Anne Byrne

December 9, 2020

Dear Bob, I will miss you terribly. Your kind heart and fun loving way always lifted our spirits. I am so sorry for all that you went through with your Surgeries. You’ve had a happy life with Pauline and the family and it’s comforting to remember that. Rest in peace dear little brother.
Sis

Fred Crown

December 9, 2020

Murph, miss you already

Jim Narke

December 9, 2020

So happy that Bob and I re- connected after not seeing each other for so many years. We played ball together as kids and we still loved the game. We were in touch with each other frequently right up to two days before his passing. Missing my friend! RIP BOB.

Gerard P Duffy

December 9, 2020

A friend for many a year. From the Police softball leagues , to working together in the 35th. The Olney Sunday softball. To visits to Ft. Lauderdale. To Irish weekends. Many a great time. God bless Bob. Till another time.

Robert Boland

December 9, 2020

Heartfelt condolences and so very sorry.

Thoughts and Prayers to all.
❤

I’m really going to miss Bob, especially at Irish Weekend.

Pauline

December 9, 2020

Bob was a very special person he knew how to make me laugh all the time. Even though we were together a very short time I must say they were the best 4 years that I've had in a very very long time. Not only was he my husband he was my very best friend and I miss him terribly

Anne Katherine Whitehead

December 9, 2020

Bob was a man with a friendly smile, loved his family, and supported and loved the Bogside Roughes! We will all miss him and his generous soul!
Anne and Al Whitehead

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

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Nancy Quigley

December 9, 2020

Dearest Pauline, you have been in my thoughts and prayers. I didn't know your husband but he clearly gave you much love and joy. It shows in all your pictures ❣

December 9, 2020

What a great guy.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Laurie and Ed

Denae Delia

December 9, 2020

Bob you are missed terribly. Thank you for loving my mom the way you did and protecting her always. I know you are our guardian angel protecting us from above. Rest in paradise.

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