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Pamela Murphy Obituary
October 7, 1923 - April 8, 2010
Pamela Murphy, widow of WWII hero and actor, Audie Murphy, died peacefully at her home on April 8, 2010. She is survived by sons, Terry and James. Pam established her own distinctive 30 year career working as a patient liaison at the Sepulveda VA Hospital, where she was much beloved. Services will be held at Forest Lawn (Hollywood Hills) on Friday April 16 at 2:30PM
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for Pamela Murphy
Keith Snyder
May 14, 2023
Thank you for loving veterans.
Leonard Ancona
December 22, 2020
I never knew Mr. & Mrs.Murphy
I knew of their greatness
Live on into eternity beloved
oscar frias
November 17, 2013
This veteran day I was not able to send her the thanks that she deserves and the recognition she saw me sick at the Sepulveda VA. I csn still remember how she asked me if I was ok.when she went and grab a doctor hi is sick she said see him now! Thanks Ms. Murphey .I personly missed you .I am late I was in the hospital again and could not post it before thanks for everything.
Joan Donnelly
December 19, 2012
Have read wonderful accounts of Mrs Murphy's service to the war vets. Audie chose his wife wisely.
Keith Wilde
February 15, 2011
I met Mrs Murphy at the VA clinic at Sepulveda she was a very sweet lady, on one of my trip while working out of state, spent time see doctores at Audy Murphy Veterans Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, I took photo of her late husband displays and when I came home I gave a couple photos, She is now with Audy, but all the Veterans will miss this sweet lady and always was helpful
Maritess Bernardino
August 1, 2010
Mrs Murphy,
I salute you for your courage, bravery and for fighting all the red tapes against the vets. Another lost of one of the "Greatest Generations". You are one True Grit Lady who wore a combat boots. Let's keep her spirit alive.
Mrs. Mike
July 26, 2010
I am glad to see your story is circulating on the internet. The world deserves to honor you as you battled in the front line to see our veterans had the care they deserved. Thank you.
TOM AND DONNA SPARROW
July 21, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
July 19, 2010
I WILL BE USING HER LIFE STORY IN A SERMON SUNDAY JULY 25TH.
REV, MARVIN E PURSER, JR.
[email protected]
July 12, 2010
Thank You Pamela. You are truly God's soldier and now you are by his side. You are an awesome lady. I wish I woud have met you. To her sons; what a great mom ;you were truly blessed, wish you peace at this time. Thank you for sharing her with the world. Xenia, Jacksonville, Fl.
Sheila Smith
July 10, 2010
God bless you Pamela for all your good work. You will be missed. Rest in Peace.
Teri Adams
July 10, 2010
May God bless you for all you did for "our" boys. As the mother of a Marine who is a two time Iraq vet, and another son who is currently in boot camp at Parris Island, I thank you for all you did. Rest in peace great lady.
Rose Ballew
July 6, 2010
A wonderful lady who cared for our men and women in the military.
Our country will miss her.
Lori Adams
July 5, 2010
I worked with her in Dallas 1949 and you couldn't find a nicer person. She will always be in the hearts of many of us....Lori Adams
Rob Brunn
July 3, 2010
I just received a circulated email re: you Mom. I will forward it to friends, family, and military friends. I'm retired USAF and Vietnam Vet and have been to Sepulveda 3 times (my VA is in Loma Linda). I wish I would have had the pleasure in meeting her .... from what I read, she was a WONDERFUL LADY. My deepest sympathies.
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
July 1, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Barbara Smith
June 4, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of her death. My heart goes out to her family.
BOB CARBO
May 17, 2010
THIS LADY WAS THE MOST LOVING,CARING WONDERFUL LADY I HAVE EVER KNOWN. SHE IS LOOKING DOWN ON US ALL FROM HEAVEN, LET US ALL PRAY FOR HER.
BOB CARBO
USN VET
May 13, 2010
We lose another "Greatest Generation" icon. My deepest sympathy goes out to her survivors. Jesus be with you all and may God bless...always
From: James Ferris
May 11, 2010
Terry and James,,,,was so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing may she RIP and she is with Audie . I have plenty of Vets in my family and it was wonderful to read about what your mother did,,,,God Bless You
Mavis McCasland
May 8, 2010
I received an email about Pam Murphy's life and dedication to veterans. She was a wonderful, caring woman who will surely be missed at the VA.
Rachel Filbin
May 6, 2010
I am the daughter and granddaughter of vets. I never knew Mrs. Murphy, But her story found me in Texas and I was compelled to sign the book. May God keep her light shining bright and may people always remember a woman who gave her all for her boys. The world needs more Pam Murphys.
Sherry Johnson
May 3, 2010
My sincere condolences to her sons and family. She was a Hero in her own right for her remarkable work with veterans at the Sepulveda VA Hospital. May she Rest in Peace...
May 3, 2010
Terry, I have just learned of your mother's death. I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you.
Marilyn Hopewell and the Hackney family
Texas
Kathleen Doherty
April 30, 2010
Dear Terry and James,
My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mother. I'm certain you know that the country paid respects to father, but this is the time I say thank you for your mother. She sounds like she was a remarkable woman. God Bless.
K. Doherty (Wheaton, IL)
Donnie Schmerber
April 29, 2010
Audy was one of my heroes in my youth. You, dear lady, have earned the highest Medal of Honor. May God have mercy on your soul & bring you into the light of His presence.
Pat Murphy
April 28, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you dear lady, GOD speed.
Ralph Hardin
April 27, 2010
God Bless.
Tom Tucker
April 26, 2010
Semper Fidelis, may you live in the hearts of all you have helped forever.
Donald Masters
April 26, 2010
You are indeed an Angel.
Pat Buote
April 26, 2010
Your kindness and service to our veterans will always be remembered. May GOD be with you always.
George Huntsman
April 23, 2010
My Wife and I met Mrs. Murphy about 8 years ago at the Sepulveda VA. She was a very nice Lady also very bashful when we would ask about her life with Audie. We will miss her very much.
George and Elizabeth Huntsman
Richard Pinkerton
April 23, 2010
SEMPER FI!
April 22, 2010
Ms. Muphy, your service and loving kindness to our veterans will never be forgotten. Go and rest now with the Lord in his special place he has set for you with Audi. God bless you and keep you always.
CEC and Mrs. James L. McDonald, USN (Ret)
David Edwards
April 22, 2010
The world is a lesser place today. We will all miss her, and her work.
BOBBY FLETCHER
April 22, 2010
MAY GOD BLESS YOU. PAMELA, YOU HAVE A VERY GOOD FRIEND TO ALL VETERANS. WE LOVE YOU. I WISH SMOOTH SAILING WITH AUDIE.
BOBBY FLETCHER BUCS USN RET
VFW Post 4002
April 21, 2010
May God bless and keep you,hold you in His loving arms,and comfort your family and friends.Thank you Pamela Murphy for your dedication and service to our nation and its protectors.
Chuck Bush
April 21, 2010
You honored all service men with your kindness and compassion. For all those you touched with your grace and for your husbands service to America, I say we love you and will miss you greatly.
davy b
April 21, 2010
We have lost a great lady of "the greatest generation".
April 21, 2010
God Bless and keep you.
wade bingham
April 21, 2010
May God bless you and keep you in His loving arms.Thank you for your service to veterans,you are also a true American heroine.May God give your loved ones peace.
Pat & Fred Amore
April 21, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Carlton A B Jackson
April 21, 2010
A life well lived.
April 20, 2010
Your Mother will be missed by many. Her work will always be in the memory of those she helped. As a Veteran I appricate her work and sacrifice.
-MSgt & Mrs John A. Boyer USAF (Ret)
Tom Uhlich
April 20, 2010
I am a Viet Nam Vet. Hat's off to Pam Murphy. She is a true patriot. Not many left like her... She will be sorely missed I'm sure...
BJ Cassady
April 20, 2010
As a vet, I respect and admire those who serve and serve others. Rest well and may peace be with you. Say hey to your husband. BJ Cassady, Guthrie, Oklahoma
Micheal Brown
April 20, 2010
If we had more people like Mrs. Murphy helping out our vet's, we'd be a lot better off. My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Donald Jack
April 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 19, 2010
Terry and James
Your mother will be long remembered for her service to the Veterans she worked with so tirelessly. Thank you for sharing her.
LTC and Mrs Charles L. Miller, USA, Retired
Leo Nored
April 19, 2010
I am a WWII vet. I appreciate all that your mother did for the vet`s.
David Wright
April 19, 2010
You were - and still are - an inspiration to many of us.
Dennis Barlow
April 19, 2010
May God Bless You!
Clarence E. Charity, Jr
April 18, 2010
To a special lady from a greatful veteran, I salute you, Ms Murphy. Words could never express the thanks for all that you have done for the last 30+ years in service to veterans and never seeking any glory for it. I salute you special lady and may God grant you peace. God Bless.
Delmar Wrensch
April 18, 2010
Thank you for your caring and support of the veterans in need.
I salute you.
From a vietnam army veteran
Janet Heine
April 18, 2010
Thank you for all you have done for our Veterans - may you rest in peace -
Edward Walz
April 18, 2010
Rest in Peace and thank you for all you have done here on Earth. Now you will be with your husband.God Bless.
Ronald Hartnell
April 18, 2010
April 18, 2010
God has surely blessed us with her presents here on earth, as he will surely bless her in heaven. You see there were and are very special people blessed by God. Rest in peace knowing that you helped some other very special people. You will TRULY be missed!!!!!!!
Ron Hartnell, Manistique, Michigan
Cliff Klingbeil
April 18, 2010
May you always be remembered. Thank you.
Stephen Pommer
April 17, 2010
Mrs. Pamela Murphy, you did Our Lord's will, while here on earth, and many of us vets, loved you, and all you did for each of us. Rest in peace, and may you join with the soul of your late husband, Audie Murphy, in peace forever.
Steve Perry
April 17, 2010
Your mother must have been a special woman. God bless her for the work she did for the veterans at the Sepulveda VA Hospital. She did God's work on earth. Now she is sitting on the right hand of God along with your father. She is at peace and well deserved.
Juan C. Gonzales
April 17, 2010
I know that people like you have a special place with the Almighty. Rest in peace and thank you for everything you did for my brothers and sisters.
Brian Penix
April 17, 2010
Rest in peace Mrs. Murphy.You will be missed by many.You are a true Patriot!
Dewey Fambry
April 17, 2010
Pamela, you were a ray of hope in a ever dimming world. we need more like you and Audi. [email protected]
Clare Bombard
April 17, 2010
A great loss to all.
Roger Ellis
April 17, 2010
My you rest in Peace and I know that your back in his arms with a wonderful Hero who I admired my entire life both because of his couragous service to our country but also for his acting abilities on screen..
Roger Ellis, Senior Vice Commander, VFW Post 5168 Forsyth,MO
Robert Ryan
April 17, 2010
Rest in peace Mrs. Murphy. You are with your hero again. Thank you caring for us. I am a Vietnam Veteran andknow you will be missed by the Vets you helped.
ariel cintron
April 17, 2010
you are dearly missied allready,may the lord hold you near.
Gay & Sarah Rushing
April 17, 2010
Thank God for people with the caliber of Mr & Mrs Murphy.
Kathryn Borger
April 17, 2010
Rest in peace sweet lady.Thank You for your years of service to our men and women in uniform.You made a huge difference in the lives of so many by showing them respect,with dignity, you cared about them all.Thank You
donnie henderson
April 17, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time and may God be with you all.
April 16, 2010
So sad to hear of your loss. It is a loss to all of us. Be Blessed. Michael "Boats" Turley
Gary L. Guy
April 16, 2010
God bless Pamela for all she did for the veterans. I myself am a veteran and I spoke with her many times at Sepulveda VA Center but I never new who she was. She will be missed, with sincere sympathy.
Charles E. Weible
April 16, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
RICHARD LOVEJOY
April 16, 2010
MAY GOD HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN HEAVEN FOR A VERY SPECIAL PERSON AS YOU.
GOD BLESS YOU.
Drew Leyda
April 16, 2010
Carry On..............
Charles Carter
April 16, 2010
Arlington would have been an appropriate place for this lady to be buried.....She served her country well.
James Granfield
April 16, 2010
Will miss you so much, especially your smiling face at the VA Hospital.
Well you are in Heaven with Audie.
God bles you. Thank you.
Dan Cedusky
April 16, 2010
God Bless Mrs Murphy, a trye veteran's advocate. Audie was always a favorite hero of mine. Many years ago she sent me a picture of Audie, which I still have. I am also a vet advocate, and have heard of & followed her work for many years. Pam to you I say Ole', well done, rest in peace.
My heart and prayers go out to the Murphy Family. "ColonelDan"
April 16, 2010
May the Lord bless the Murphy family....what an honorable LADY!.....I pray for the family to be at peace in this time of sadness. You are the heritige of a patriot! Robert Archibald
John Bourdage
April 16, 2010
Mrs. Murphy was an incredible person. She has done so much for the veterans. She will be missed by all. My heart goes out to the family. My thoughts are with them.
Virginia Emby
April 16, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this sad time.
Richard May
April 15, 2010
R I P Pamela.
and my thoughts and prayers go out to you family
Sharon Young
April 15, 2010
Terry and Skipper:
Your mother was an amazing woman and an inspiration to witness all she did for veterans for so many years. Your father was very dedicated to the veterans in hospitals and she certainly did him proud with all her work on their behalf. I hope they had a joyful reunion.
Sincerely, Sharon Young
Sarah Lynch
April 15, 2010
Terry and Skipper my thoughts and prayers are with you in the passing of your beloved mother. I was so saddened to hear of her passing i wish i could have met her.God bless her for all she did for Audie and all of are veterans .She truly was an angel sent from God to take care of all of are Soldiers. She is now in heaven with her beloved Audie for eternity.I know she is full of love and joy to finally see him again.They both now are watching over you both from heaven .May God Bless you both and your family you have my deepest sympathy and prayers.God Bless Sincerley Sarah,Helen and Tom Lynch
April 15, 2010
May all the hearts of a Veterans send Pam to walk with Audie in our memory as her way for us soldiers. May God wak with them both.
John Ellis
Georgana Davis
April 15, 2010
Terry and Skipper: Please accept my deepest sympathies for the loss of your mother. She was an incredible woman and a blessing to thousands of people. She was a fine lady. May God Bless you in this sad time and in the future.
Shirley Paulk
April 15, 2010
Terry, Skipper, and family, please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. She was an angel sent down from heaven by God for all the veterans that needed her help. May she now rest in peace and be loved and happy in eternity with her one true angel, Audie. Please know that her suffering is now over and that she is where she wants to be next to Audie. Sincerely, Shirley Jean Paulk and Family
April 15, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Pamela. God Bless!
Joyce in Pa.
Jim Edgington
April 15, 2010
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.
Lynette Smith
April 15, 2010
May GOD bless your family in your hour of need your mother is at HIS side and she is watching down over you
David & Debbie Williams
April 15, 2010
When God made woman, He must have had Pamela Murphy in mind. She was a strong courageous lady who loved everybody she met. Now she is with her Audie again. God Bless her and Terry and Skipper.
Ken & Betty Tate
April 15, 2010
Terry and Skipper, please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. She was a true lady and will be missed by all whose lives she touched. She rests in the arms of God. May He bless you both in the days ahead.
Dianne Ruiz
April 15, 2010
Thank you Terry and Skipper for the great memories I shared with your mother in her final days.
Dianne Ruiz
April 15, 2010
Thank you Terry and Skipper, for the great memorys I shared with your mother in her final days.
Adeana Patterson
April 15, 2010
Prayers from your Killian Family in Texas are with both of you..your mother made us proud
tex whitson
April 15, 2010
I worked with Mrs Murphy and Spec McClure getting Audie Murphy into the California Country Music Hall of Fame. She was such a Lady.
Very Bright and positive.
She gave a lot of time and energy into the project. I visited the VA Hospital where She was adored by the patients. No doubt about her contributions to our Vet's.
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