Joel Matthew Murphy

Joel Matthew Murphy obituary, Frankfort, KY

Joel Matthew Murphy

Joel Murphy Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Clark Funeral Home - Versailles on Dec. 31, 2025.
Joel Matthew Murphy, 70, husband of Pamela Miller Murphy, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. He was born in Danville on July 30, 1955 to the late Kelly and Nellie Murphy. Joel was a harness horse trainer and worked at Keeneland.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Phillip Murphy (Terry), Christina Murphy, Christopher Murphy (Courtney), Joey Hacker (Amanda), and Jonathan Murphy; his sister, Donna Cheatham (George); his brother, Gregory Cheatham; his grandchildren, Nathan Murphy, Ben Brandenburg, Jordan Murphy, Kristyn Murphy, Cole Murphy, Mason Murphy, Cooper Hacker, and Parker Hacker; as well as 1 great granddaughter.

Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 1:00pm until 3:00pm on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Clark Legacy Center, Versailles Rd, Frankfort. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or (Hospice) Bluegrass Care Navigators.

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Shirley Bond

Yesterday

So sorry to hear this Pam. May God be close during this time.

Olena and Sandy Redmon & family

January 1, 2026

Pam and family.... We are so sorry to hear about Joel.... Holding you all in our hearts and prayers

Becky Miller

December 31, 2025

Pamela I am so sorry to learn of your husbands passing. Thinking of you and sending prayers n hugs.

American Heart Association

December 31, 2025

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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