John "Murph" Murphy

John had a good run in Sports Car Club of America's Formula Atlantic class in the late 1990s - here are some photos from Lime Rock, Watkins Glen, and the Valvoline National Championship Runoffs at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Club where finishes of 8th in 1998 and 6th in 1999 were attained

Looking up at 6´+ plus of our "cousin" was never an intimidation but a source of laughter for memories that epitomize the life he lived. From sledding in a small red sled that never fit his legs to horseback riding on a horse that wouldn´t go, he will be thought of in love and prayers. I am thankful for him being a part of my life.

John Murphy AKA Uncle Jong to my daughter Riley....he was a colleague to me at Skip Barber and a friend of her dad's and could be labeled as the best unblooded Uncle. His great big smile and warm ways when she was just little and toddling along. She would command his attention and he would show up fully. Couldn't tell who brought the best out of each either and it doesn't matter they just had a sweet thing. Every time John was around he always brought his bright smile, hilarious humor, and care. If Jonathan called he would be there, mostly mechanical car racing things and never the less he brought his whole self. Incredibly sad that he no longer walks this earth. My prayer is he beholds nothing but ease, joy, weightlessness, and love where he is. My other prayer is that all who knew John support Jennifer and all the beloveds he has left behind. It takes care love and support of a community to move through such a great loss. Be well Murph, see you there. Aimée D Davis

I´m very sorry to hear of Murph´s passing. We were fierce competitors in SCCA Formula Continental and he was always someone I could count on to do the right thing on the track or in the paddock. Good guy, really good guy.