John W. Murphy

John was a dear friend. He was my campaign manager and treasurer when I ran for Judge in 1978. He did a great job. He was a man true to his word and devoted to family and profession. He will be missed by all who were associated with him.

So sorry to hear of Mr. Murphy's passing. My husband and I worked many years with wife Sue at SVMC. What a wonderful family to know. Thoughts and prayers for all of the family. Duane and Lisa Johnston

Thank you for allowing us to be a small part of John's life for a short time. We are very sorry to hear about your loss.
Remember:
He has his wings and you have your memories.

John had a profoundly positive influence on me when I was a new lawyer. Sometimes I would see him or call him and ask a legal question. His answer, invariably, was "Gerry you can figure it out". He never hired me, nor referred clients, but he gave me confidence in my ability to practice law, and that was invaluable. I have been in practice for 39 years and have tried to pass on his encouragement to other new lawyers. He was a hero, and like me, an Irishman: thank you John for your leadership and friendship, we will miss you.

Down to Rusty's tavern for a beer and an egg after pretending to STUDY - yes I have memories

Condolances Susan

We've lost a fantastic difference maker with the passing of John. He touched so many lives, so many people....Our thoughts go out to his family. Your rent has been more than been paid John. Barney & Marie Barnett.

Dear Susan and family,
We were so sorry and saddened to hear of John´s death.
John Erbstoeszer first got to really know John Murphy in September of 1992 when they both were part of a guy´s canoe trip to the Bowron Lake Provincial Park in British Columbia. Fall was supposed to be a good time for this adventure. However, Mother Nature decided that fall would come early. Snow and freezing rain added a wrinkle to this adventure and challenged everyone.
Both of us enjoyed getting to know John better through our shared times at the old Skagit Valley YMCA. The Saturday morning group cycling class was a favorite for John and we also became regulars. It provided a great opportunity to have fun discussions with back-and-forth banter. John always added wit, humor and wisdom to the discourse. We also learned a lot about his law career and his later years of emphasis on defending vulnerable victims of abuse. We certainly respected and admired his work on these difficult, challenging and often heart-breaking cases.
We´re so sorry his final year was so difficult following his stroke. We send our sincere condolences to all of you.
John and Marie Erbstoeszer

I was John's housekeeper for a few years recently and I'm so sad to hear of his passing.. He loved his job and his sweet dog Lady, and his children. I lived our visits every 2 weeks, he was great to work for and always appreciative. My sympathies to his family

John and I were good friends over the last 15 years or so. We each considered this an accomplishment.
He is missed.

Thank you for your time, you will be in memory of a multitude of humans you have touched.....

I'm so sorry to read of John's passing here. When I was a young attorney, John worked closely with me on a couple of different cases. I appreciated his care for the details and the clients, his legal insights, and his candor. He was an excellent attorney and a good role model. John always had a big hello and smile when I ran into him around town in the years since. I will miss him. My best wishes to his family and close friends.

My condolences to the Murphy family. John was my god father I didn´t know him well. So sorry for your loss

You brought a lot to the party my friend. Thanks for being who you were. I wish your spirit to be at peace. It was a privilege to have known you.

I remember meeting John first when he was my neighbor. Our paths crossed many times throughout the years. He helped me so much. I'm sorry for familiy s loss.

I am so sorry. I remember meeting John when he was our neighbor. We crossed paths many times in our lives.

John was a warm, kind open hearted friend, and a tenacious, dedicated, hard working advocate.

Loved the guy! Went back with him years. Missed and remembered always. Rob Keefe