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Murphy, Daniel E.
DEFOREST - Daniel E. Murphy, age 49, lost his battle with lung cancer on Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, surrounded by family at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg.
He was born on March 10, 1972, to parents, Michael and Judy (Munger) Murphy. Dan graduated from DeForest High School, then worked for the city of Madison Streets Division for 19 years. Dan had a strong bond with his three Great Danes, Amber, Tanner and Bode.
Dan is survived by his parents; brother, Eric (Megan); sister, Meghan (Ben); nieces, Makayla, Ariana, and Brooklyn; nephews, Lain and Easton; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. In addition to family, Dan is survived by four lifelong friends, Jeff, Ryan, Steve and Jon. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harold and Josephine Munger, James and Gladys Murphy and Harold and Dorothy Nemtiz.
The family would like to thank the staff at UW Hospital and Agrace HospiceCare.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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Lauren and Eric Ziegler
November 1, 2021
Dan, you made the days at Lake Wisconsin so much more fun. We are so grateful to have gotten to know you over the last few years. Thanks for all of the amazing summer memories, great conversations and many laughs. In addition to our lives, you impacted every one of our friends who ever came to visit. Such a true testament to your warm character and razor sharp wit. We are going to miss you so very much.
Dean, Shelly and Alec Isely; Lauren and Eric Ziegler
October 31, 2021
Dan, you will be missed terribly. We loved the day´s spent with you at the lake and your quick wit and humor always made us smile. RIP dear friend.
Dean, Shelly and Alec Isely; Lauren and Eric Ziegler
October 31, 2021
Dan, you will be missed terribly. We loved the days spent on the pier with you. Your wit and humor made everyone around you smile. RIP our dear friend.
Marc, Sherri, Brooke & Katelyn Isely
October 24, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss Dan so much.
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Diana L Price
October 24, 2021
I am so so sorry for your of Dan(ny)! You family has always been in my thoughts of my teenage years! Big hugs to all of you!!
Gene and Judy Engelke
October 24, 2021
So sorry for your heart breaking lose.
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