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MICHAEL MURPHY Obituary
Of Ross Twp., on Monday, November 27, 2017. Beloved husband of 51 years to Patricia L. (Joyce) Murphy; loving father of Sean P. Murphy (Alison), Seamus M. Murphy, Stephen P. Murphy (Rebecca), Colleen M. Straub (Benjamin) and the late Bridgett Murphy; proud grandfather of Michael, Colin, Logan, Seamus, Josephine, Stephen, Cole, Aubree, Liam and Bridie; son of the late Stephen Murphy and Clara May and Sylvester Schickel; brother-in-law of Kathleen Joyce (Bruce Garry). Friends received Thursday and Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Cyril of Alexandria Church Saturday 10 a.m. Michael was the business manager of the Boilermakers Local Lodge #154, Pittsburgh, PA and retired International Vice President of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers. Please go to devlinfuneralhome.com to view this tribute or make an online condolence.
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Joseph (Michael) Dzugan
November 23, 2019
Michael and I have been good friends since the 3rd grade in St. Peter's and at Allegheny High School. He was a big brother and looked after me when I joined the local #154 Boilermakers Union in Pittsburgh, Pa. Michael's smiles and laughter is greatly missed.
Jim Brooks
November 23, 2019
Missed always
james brooks
January 13, 2018
Patty and family just received notice of Mikes passing, my heart goes out to all. Cousin Jim
Mary Louise Bilby
January 12, 2018
To my cousin Mike's family, deepest sympathy, my heart goes out to you all. I have such fond memories as a child ~ Mike always looked after me when I would visit. He was my Big Brother back then.
When we moved to Rhode Island there was a great distance between us but, in my heart I always loved Mike. He came to visit me this year, August 16th and took me out for dinner that is when he mentioned he was ill. I did not know until today when I left a message Happy Belated Birthday that he was in Heaven.
You will always be in my heart Mike.
Your Cousin ~ Mary Louise Bilby
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Barbara Balzer bauman
January 6, 2018
Patty this is Barbara balzer Bauman Betty's daughter I am so sorry for your loss I just found out tonight about Mike's passing you have my deepest sympathy
Linda Henson
December 23, 2017
Patti and family
So sorry to hear Mike passed. Prayers and thoughts at this time.
December 13, 2017
In memory of a good friend.
Michael and I have been good friends since we met in the 3rd grade at St. Peter's grade school and have been good friends ever since.
We grew up in the same neighborhood, played sports and knew the family well. Michael was full of jokes and we had a great deal of laughs together. He was a kind and generous person who would go out of his way to help you in anyway he can. A great man, he will be missed, and I truly will miss his friendship.
Joseph (Joey) Michael (Dzugan)
D.A. Rotolo
December 4, 2017
My sincere condolences to the Murphy family
December 1, 2017
Dear Patty and Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. I'm remembering the happy times we shared long ago. May happy memories sustain each of you.
With Sympathy,
Mary Lou Quinn and Family
Sammy DeMarco
December 1, 2017
A Brother , a Mentor , someone I strived to Emulate ! God Bless Big Murph , You taught Us All So Much and indebted to You for Many reasons , but most important , was to Put the MEN First ! Love You and Will See You on the Other Side ! God Willing ! Prayers for Your Family ! A Great One ! To Patty , Sean , Shamus , Steven and Coleen ! We All Lost Someone Special ! So Glad that You Guys Were part of Our Life , Dad Loved Big Murph Too ! God Bless !
Sammy DeMarco
December 1, 2017
A Brother , a Mentor , someone I strived to Emulate ! God Bless Big Murph , You taught Us All So Much and indebted to You for Many reasons , but most important , was to Put the MEN First ! Love You and Will See You on the Other Side ! God Willing ! Prayers for Your Family ! A Great One !
Pat Smith
December 1, 2017
Dear Patti, Sean, Seamus, Stephen and Colleen,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your loving husband and father. I know it hurts but rest assured he is in heaven. I want you to know that I feel a deep loss as well. Mike Murphy was the big brother that I never had. He was a inspiration to me both professionally and personally. Never more important than or ignoring of those in his presence. His friendship and guidance will be missed forever by me and everyone who knew him. He was loved and no man can have more in life!
C T
December 1, 2017
Please find comfort from God's word during this time. Psalm 68:20
Elaine Rafferty
November 30, 2017
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
What fun we had at NC State games and afterwards.
Love, The Rafferty family
Dawn Botsford
November 30, 2017
To the Murphy Family,
May the memories dearest to you forever keep him alive in your minds and hearts.
Larry Cutler
November 30, 2017
Pat,
I am so so sorry fro your loss. My Donna and I had so many good times with You and Murph ! I'll never forget the fun we had when Murph took us camping. God gave you 51 wonderful years with him, and I am sure he is smiling down at you for the wonderful life that you gave him. I will pray for him and your entire family....May God bless you during this tough time !
Larry
Cesare Cicco
November 30, 2017
Mike Murphy Family:
My Deepest Sympathy In The Passing Of Mike he was a great man to be around and work with. He did a lot for me as the ba. He will be deeply missed. May God Bless Him In Heaven.
Thomas Saceric
November 29, 2017
Patty and Family, needless to say how bad i feel with Mikes passing. We were so close those many years ago working together, living together,spending so much quality time together,our birthdays were even the same, (jan,16th). I always tell everyone that Mike was the most goodhearted and generous man i knew. I could tell countless stories about Mike.i can honestly say that i witnessed many incredible acts of kindness like when we bought horses when we worked in Michigan and Mike took a little girl to the tack shop and bought her a new saddle, bridle and all that goes with it because her parents could not afford it.. This is the kind of fine man he was.He and Patty even returned to Michigan to be best man in my wedding.. noone could ever ask for a better best man. It is a shame how sometimes people drift apart but in my heart Mike will always be my brother..
christopher musser
November 29, 2017
I first met Mr. Michael Murphy about 15 years ago. I liked him immediately and we became friends. He and his wife, Patty are very good people and I enjoy living in the small house I rent off of them. Michael had a wonderful mother and she helped him to become the man he was in life. Michael was a fair man, but set in his ways. I learned from Michael and he was an inspiration to me. He was kind and compassionate and would give you the shirt off of his back; all you had to do was ask. I am sorry of his passing and the suffering he endured, but Michael never complained! He was brave, a very good father and husband and he will be in my heart as a testament to how loving and caring a person can be in this world. Michael worked hard and never asked for anything, but he gave willingly and from his heart! May Michael be at peace and take his place in Heaven with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Thank you Michael for being who you were! Chris Musser, your friend.
Brian Loftus
November 29, 2017
Mrs. Murphy, Sean, Seamus, Stephen & Colleen. I am very sorry for your loss. Lot's of great memories and laughs with Mr. Murphy! I will never forget him. May he rest in peace.
Brian, Patty, Mary Kate, Maggie, Brian, Mallory, & Danny Loftus.
Mary Grazier
November 29, 2017
Deepest sympathy
Gary and Lori Dernus
November 29, 2017
Dear Patti,
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Mike. We will forever hold dear the memories of our family get togethers with your family, Clara Mae and Gary's mom. Those were great times and with great people. Our heartfelt prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. Love you guys,
Gary and Lori
Tony & Audrey Murphy
November 29, 2017
Dear Patti and family we are so sad to hear of Mike's passing. Your family has and will always have a special place in our hearts. Our prayers are with your family this day and forever more.
Jennifer Medford
November 29, 2017
To the Murphy Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Jennifer & Mark Medford
Denny & Helen Cribbins
November 29, 2017
May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept our sincere and heartfelt condolences. God Bless You All
Laurie Yakemowicz
November 29, 2017
I know that words can do little to ease the heartache you are all feeling right now. I hope that the prayers and support from family and friends will help you to get through this. The cherished time he shared with everyone is now a memory that will be treasured forever in your hearts. God called him home and he is now the Angel that will watch over you.
Laurie Yak
Tom Welch
November 29, 2017
To the Murphy Clan,
So sorry to learn of your loss. Mike was so proud of his family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless the Murphys.
Larry and Jill Wargo
November 29, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss.
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