Kurt Richard Murphy

Kurt Richard Murphy was released from his earthly bond on July 4, 2024. He was born to Eleanor and Rick Mauerer in Chicago, IL on November 26, 1952. Robert Hugh Murphy raised Kurt from a very early age and formally adopted him at the age of 17.

Kurt graduated from the University of Illinois at Champaign Urbana- where he also received a Masters of Library Science in 1981. He received a Masters in Business Administration from Arizona State University in 1988.

From 1981-1984 Kurt was Systems Librarian at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. In 1984, Kurt married Yvonne Fiala. The couple moved to Eugene, OR in 1984 when Kurt accepted a position as Systems Librarian at University of Oregon-Eugene. In 1985, Kurt and Yvonne moved to Scottsdale, AZ where Kurt continued his career at Arizona State University, first as Head of Bibliographic Records and then Associate Dean of Personnel until he retired in 2009. As a member of the Administrative team, his responsibilities covered all five campuses of ASU. He is remembered by his colleagues for his long career where he earned their respect and trust. He effectively managed with intelligence and empathy for his employees.

"Kurto" as he was known to family and friends was passionate about music and was a skilled player of electric guitar. He had a wry sense of humor and was loyal and readily supported family during life's ups and downs.

His daughter, Nicole Murphy, predeceased him in 2008. He is survived by his mother, Ellie Murphy, sisters Sara and Courtney Murphy and close friends Yvonne Murphy and Mario Vavra.

Memorial gifts may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association, Compassion and Choices, or a charity of your choosing.

Always missed, never forgotten, always loved.