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JOAN MURPHY Obituary

91 yrs.old, passed away on Nov. 19, 2020. Joan was a life long resident of Roxborough and was a graduate of Roxborough H.S., class of 1947. Joan and her husband were long time proprietors of Murphy's Tavern and Ye Olde Ale House. Wife of the late William "Big Daddy" Murphy. Devoted Mother of Kathleen Allen, Joanne (Christopher) Bass, Mary Jane (David) Przydzial and Elizabeth (Lennox) Brown. Cherished Nana to 8 grandchildren and loving GG to 9 great grandchildren. Sister of Sandra Flynn, Jack MacKleer and the late Kathleen McCallister; also survived by nieces and nephews. The family will receive relatives and friends in Church Saturday after 9:30 A.M. followed by her Funeral Mass 11:00 A.M. St. Philip Neri Church, 437 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, Pa.19444. Please send donations in Joan's name to St. Philip Neri Church. PLEASE WEAR A MASK. CLARE McILVAINE MUNDY FH, Inc., 215-482-8878

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Nov. 24, 2020.

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Sue Spada

December 12, 2020

My deepest condolences on the loss of your mom. My mom always said she was a tough lady and. In fact, gave her the “business “ way back in the day when Betty flirted with Big Daddy! I know she raised beautiful girls. Sorry I couldn’t be there today. Love you guys with all my heart❤.

Mary Cubit quilter

December 5, 2020

With joan's passing that leaves me as the last one of the republic carloading gang...joan and bill.loretta and bill Montgomery. Mel and jean johnson, stella wiser, frank Ferrari and
Edith" harry lesnick, and Sergei bragin.

Betty Brady

December 5, 2020

Mrs. Murphy was smart and witty. Mrs. Murphy allowed "all to shine around her". Warm hugs to Kathie Allen and her sisters, Donnie & Betty Brady

Ilena DeLizzio

November 30, 2020

Mrs. Murphy had a lot of spunk, always had a way to make you smile. She will be missed by many.
Hugs and prayers to the family.

Peg Rigler

November 29, 2020

Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to the Murphy family. Peg & Harry Rigler

Janet MiddletonColumbro

November 28, 2020

Joan you were one tough lady but loved by all.. you will be missed

Donna Lee Mullen Murray

November 28, 2020

Very sorry for loss. Rest in eternal peace.

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Peggy Travis Bonis

November 25, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Nancy Stephanos

November 24, 2020

So sorry for the pain of your loss of this very nice lady and matriarch of an awesome family.

Joann Gable

November 24, 2020

Joan was such a fun loving thoughtful person!! I have fond memories of Joan and her Mom during the summer at Busches in Sea Ile City!!! She's with " Big Daddy" now! My sincere condolences to her daughter's and family!!

Fran Saccone

November 24, 2020

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Mrs. Murph always radiated warmth whenever I ran into her. May she rest in peace being reunited with Big Daddy and may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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Calling hours

9:30 a.m.

St. Philip Neri Church

437 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA

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28

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Philip Neri Church

437 Ridge Pike,, Lafayette Hill, PA

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7384 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128-3231

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