Nancy L. Murphy

Nancy L. Murphy obituary, Beloit, WI

Nancy L. Murphy

Nancy Murphy Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Daley-Murphy-Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium on Oct. 28, 2025.

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Nancy Murphy, 79, of Beloit, WI, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Dimensions Living.
She was born on July 23, 1946 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Marvin and Kathryn (Attwood) Murphy. Nancy was a Maine East High School graduate. She received her Bachelors Degree from Milton College. Nancy graduated from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater with her Masters Degree. She married Miles Capstick on March 30, 1985 at the Church by the Side of the Road, Rockton, IL.
Nancy was formerly employed by the Beloit School System as an elementary school teacher until her retirement in June 2003. She enjoyed reading and being with her dogs. Nancy loved being outdoors, nature, and looking for eagles. She cherished spending time with her family and friends.
Survivors include her husband, Miles Capstick; step daughter, Dawn (Curt) Brannon; step son, Scott (Jessie) Capstick; many other loving family members.
A Celebration of Life for Nancy will be held at a later date. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Nancy L. Murphy, please visit our floral store.

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