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THOMAS MURFEY Obituary

Thomas P. Murfey, Sr. Thomas P. Murfey, Sr., age 71, passed away on Friday, March 23, 2018. Thomas is survived by his brothers, James Murfey III and Gerald Murfey; nephews, Dan Murfey, Peter Murfey, Alex Pankiewicz; and niece, Monica (Murfey) Edwards. Preceded in death by his parents, James C. Murfey Jr. and Veronica Murfey; brother, Paul Murfey; sisters, Philomena and Joanne Murfey; and son, Thomas P. Murfey Jr. Thomas graduated from Andrean High School in 1964. He served honorably in the United States Air Force. He worked many years for the Chicago and North Western Railroad. In his spare time, Thomas enjoyed building model trains and watching his beloved Chicago Bears. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Veterans Home located at 1 Veterans Dr, Manteno, IL 60950 would be appreciated. A committal service will be held for Thomas at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 11:00 AM. Obituary and Tribute Wall for Thomas P. Murfey Sr. at www.tezakfuneralhome.com or for information, 815-722-0524.

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Published by The Times on Apr. 3, 2018.

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Tony Rizzo

October 6, 2018

Apologize. I think I submitted a previous entry and made a name error on last one. So sorry. Age and mind sometimes confused. However my heart is inline with my sincerest sympathy for such a wonderful man.

Anthony Rizzo

October 6, 2018

Remembrances are gifts from God. I have nothing but good about Thomas. A gentleman, a scholar,a superb actor and my good friend and classmate. May you rest eternally with God and His Angels this day Jim.

Jim Foley

June 8, 2018

Deeply saddened to hear of your passing. My very close friend at Andrean and for many years after. RIP Tommy.

Tom Murfey, Andrean Class of 1964. RIP

Patricia Bartley McCulloch

April 3, 2018

Tom and I were very good friends at Andrean. We lost track of one another after graduation although we did see one another at the 15th Reunion. We even went to Senior Prom together. He was one of the nicest guys that I have ever known. We will meet again in Heaven Tom. Rest in peace dear friend.

Anthony Rizzo

April 3, 2018

To another friend and classmate called to God. This ending journey of life we must all traverse. So many have gone before us, and many more will follow after us. I extend my deepest respect, thoughts and prayers to the entire Murfey family. Be with God and His Angels this day Tom. I remember some classes we shared. All good times must end. RIP my good friend.

Laura Christy

April 3, 2018

Mr. Murfey will always be considered a HERO for serving our country. Thank you Sir and May God hold you in his loving arms. Rest in Peace.

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