Ann Murphy

Ann Murphy (Dickin) passed away on January 15, 2025, at the age of 89 in Stony Brook, NY. Born on March 2, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York, she was the beloved daughter of the late Anna Dickin and William Howard Dickin. She was a proud graduate of Oceanside High School.

Ann was an amazing Mother and raised her children to always be respectful, honest and hardworking. She met her late husband Patrick working at the Long Island Lighting Company. She served with dedication as a customer relations representative. In her leisure time, she found pleasure in boating, socializing and relaxing at the beach, reading, quilting, crocheting, and the occasional joy of retail therapy.

A faithful parishioner of St. James Roman Catholic Church, Ann donated generously and upheld the values of her faith throughout her life.

She is survived by a circle of loving family members: her daughter Jeanne and son-in-law Stephen Kannengeiser; her son Thomas Murphy; her daughter Ellen Murphy; her brothers William Dickin with his wife Pennie, and Jack Dickin with his wife Joy. She will be remembered fondly by her nieces Peggy, Kelly, Irene, Aileene, Stephanie, Mary Beth, and Allison, and her nephews Billy Dickin and Patrick Mc Bride an She was predeceased by her cherished husband, Patrick John Murphy; her dear sister Gertrude, brother-in-law Steve and their daughter Katherine, her brother Geoffrey; and her parents.

The family invites friends and relatives to pay their respects at the Bryant Funeral Home in East Setauket, New York, on Sunday, January 19, 2025, from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM. Anns memory will be honored in the hearts of those whose lives she touched.
Funeral services will be held on Monday January 20th at St. James Roman Catholic Church in East Setauket, New York at 10:45 AM.
A Celebration of Ann Murphy's remarkable life will take place at a future date and invitations will be extended