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George Murphy Obituary
Aug 9, 1933 - Apr 30, 2013
Preceded in death by wife, Judith Murphy; son, George D. Murphy; and parents, George and Ruth Murphy. Survived by sons and daughter-in-law, Michael and Angie Murphy, and Kevin Murphy; grandchildren, April Cruse and husband Tyler, and Amber Murphy; and great grandchildren, Isabel, Ema and Sophia.
SERVICES Monday 11am at the John A. Gentleman 72nd St. Chapel. Interment, Forest Lawn Cemetery. VISITATION with the family Sunday 4-6pm at the 72nd St. Chapel. VIEWING begins Sunday 12Noon at the 72nd St. Chapel. Memorials to the American Cancer Society. JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
72nd STREET CHAPEL
1010 North 72nd St. 402-391-1664
www.johnagentleman.com
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Memories and Condolences
for George Murphy
Robert Perrigo
April 25, 2024
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wfWLILN_mk
Robert Perrigo
April 25, 2024
Still thinking of our 7-Swing days George.
Patrick Turner
February 25, 2021
I'll always remember being entertained by George. Lived in Omaha during the 60s and 70s
Robert Perrigo Sr.
February 10, 2021
The time, 1967, I got wind of a dance show at KETV and went to be on it, it taped on Monday nights right before ALL STAR WRESTLING aired live. I started talks with George and soon he picked me up one his way to tape 7-Swings, in 1967 I was 15 but looked 17 and passed to be old enough for the show. I remember standing on the same corner on Saddle Creek and he picked me up in his blue Oldsmobile Vista Cruser station wagon. I also rode with him to do 7-Swings remotes at the Southroads, Crossroads, and Peony Park. We talked about our week and always tried to out joke each other during the ride. He didn't have to always give me a ride but he always did and I really looked up to him, and just riding and talking, I got to hear the other George voice and he did have a golden voice. I left Omaha in 1975 but in my teen years, I had the honor of knowing George The Voice Murphy and my best teen life friend and mentor. God Bless my friend.....GEORGE
May 19, 2013
George you will be so missed. Terry and I will always be thankful for you taking us to vegas. We were also honored in you bringing in the new year with us, all those years we performed at Anthony's. God bless, Terry and Lydia Edwards
Cindy Lansman Goforth
May 8, 2013
George you will be so missed, always enjoyed the old story's from years ago at Anthony's, will never forget your orange car and my yellow camero racing down "L" St, the time you needed a trophy girl last minute at Sunset, Keyboard Castle commercial and I didn't want to do none of them, but I did for you!! Your awesome 4th of July party's with your Canon, oh, the mess in the street! Great times, Thank you my friend. My thoughts and prayers to George's family, RIP George
Kim Cox
May 8, 2013
Many memories, July 4 at his house, visiting at Anthony's, or all of his wonderful commercials. George was a very kind and warm person. Kim and Tracie Cox
Sari McLaren (Cox)
May 6, 2013
George was a wonderful man, he was a great friend to my Mom and a great supporter of my not so wonderful talents. George gave me my some wonderful memories, Being the model for the Ratigan Rhoden commercials during creature feature, Murph at the Movies, the Jerry Lewis Telethon, and many shows for City slicker magazine. George had a dynamic voice, but even a bigger heart! Many wonderful times at Anthony's and where ever we ended up celebrating the night!Thanks for your friendhip and all the very fond memories. May God keep you announcing, he probably made room at the pearly gates! You will be missed, God Bless!
Lyle Kline
May 6, 2013
Over 40 years of 1, 000S of jokes, buckets of cocktails and lasting memories that will not be forgotten, you will be missed!
Lyle Kline
tom TJ johnson
May 6, 2013
A longtime friend who will be missed by many, including me. My thoughts and prayers for his family. RIP friend.
Deb Scoular
May 5, 2013
Murph, I have known you for a long time. I have a birthday card from my 5th birthday that is signed by you, Lee Terry Sr. and some others from back in the day. My youngest daughter remembers you most for your commercial voice and for you filling her overall pockets with candy when we would visit you at your house. Your voice was golden... Your jokes and stories, never fell on a deaf ear.... I will miss you, but knowing that you are with your beloved wife, and with George Jr. brings some peace. You were a kind and giving man. God is gaining an angel... †
Jim Brennan
May 5, 2013
I remember George from his Channel 7 days, as the voice of Sunset Speedway. I'll never forget when I was chosen to drive the mystery car at Sunset. George interviewed me and I think I was lost for words. Also remember George with his wrestling announcing for the old AWA. Occasionally will see him on ESPNClassic when they show some of the old matches from different places. My dondolences to the family. Rest in peace George.
Jim Brennan
Shannon Schrum
May 5, 2013
The Night Before Christmas read by George Murphy was a highlight of each and every Autumn Festival.
Shannon Schrum
May 5, 2013
George Murphy with juggler Brian Wendling.
Shannon Schrum
May 5, 2013
One of the greatest voices in show business.
Shannon Schrum
May 5, 2013
eric Bohrer
May 5, 2013
What a great entertainer. I loved him on "7 Swings"
George Cooperrider
May 5, 2013
Thank you for the memories from KETV, at Sunset Speedway, & at the Pro Wrestling matches at the Civic Auditorium in the 70's.
RIP George!
Bill Todd
May 5, 2013
to the Family of George Murhy I did not know him personly but remember him from when I grew up & saw him on the news you are all in my Prayers may God BLESS you all
Gerry (Goetz) Cordes
May 5, 2013
I'll always remember George & his wife Judy as such great friends & neighbors on Ogdan St. I babysat their 3 boys regularly. When he asked me to get my friends together for the first 7 Swings show, I was delighted. I had such a great time each week being with George on this fun adventure. His voice was so distinctive! When I heard it I always knew it was my friend George. Sending thoughts & prayers to Mike, Kevin & your families.
May 5, 2013
Thanks for everything George! R.I.P.
David Koltes
May 5, 2013
A Big Personality and very generous--Will be missed--
Jim Hitzemann
May 5, 2013
My grandfather was GM at KETV and we used to go on the Pirate Pete show every once in awhile...As a former Sunset Speedway employee we would sit and listen to the Golden Voice's stories and had many laughs with him! God Speed and RIP George!!! Keep 'em all entertained up there...
Donna & Jim Huffman
May 4, 2013
Thank you George for all the years of friendship, your jokes, your hugs, your distinctive voice on our ads & on stage as M.C. @ our Spring & Autumn Festivals. You're irreplaceable! Thanks for all the memories.
Luke (sunset outlaw) Cochran
May 4, 2013
I remember George From the time I was a child . I remember his days on television and the radio .
He was a great personality . My self as a racer at Sunset Speedway , I remember him BEST . GOD SPEED GEORGE . You will be missed
May 4, 2013
George, Thanks for all the memories and your friendship .
Will miss our talks & Dinners at Anthony's . And all the good stories
And when we meet again I know you will have more stories to tell.
We Love Ya . Ed & Fran Morris
Carl Jennings
May 4, 2013
Murphy family, friends.
Sorry to hear the news about George.
Remember him well at PEONY PARK for the show "Seven Swings" Omaha Channel Seven. Always a really nice guy.
Best to all.
Carl Jennings
Peony Park 391-6253
Bettie Holmes
May 4, 2013
Sinere Sympathy to George's Family,
and Friends.....
Remember all the good times, 4th of July's at the Murphy's..... Remember the canon..... remember Mother Murphy, Ruth....... Good times, good friends...... A voice is silenced.... from years ago at playland park, channel 7 Dance show,,,,, many would know George by his Voice.... We had the honor of knowing, George, more than a voice...... get togethers, at Maria's... with friends..... God Bless you George , til we all meet again..... RIP Dave and Bettie Holmes and Family.....
Pat
May 4, 2013
George was one in a million. Once a week we would all gather at KETV to dance on his show "Seven Swings". He was so funny and everyone loved him so much. R.I.P. George.
Shannon Schrum
May 4, 2013
What an honor it has been to have George Murphy as a friend for the past 25 years. Countless memories of great times on the road as we worked variety shows together. I cherish both the time on stage and at restaurants with him. His sense of humor is unforgettable. His voice was one of the best in the business.
May 3, 2013
You will be missed by all who knew you George. You were a friend, a mentor, and one heck of a guy. Tom and I feel priviledged to have called you a friend and part of our family!! We are better people having known you. Until we meet again! Linda and Tom Knipp
Randy & Kathy Burris
May 3, 2013
It was an honor to have worked with you. We will forever remember your professionalism and the wonderful times we spent just talking with you back stage. Thanks, George, we are proud to have known you.
May 3, 2013
Mr. Goldenthroat!!!!
Jack Brady
May 3, 2013
Mr. Goldenthroat! 25 years of shows with you George...gonna miss you buddy...always the life of the party...
I used to sit and watch him at the shows reading his joke books...ready to tell a new one next time on stage.
He was part of our family...you will be surely missed.
Kathy Sortino
May 3, 2013
My memories of George will be cherished!
Always had a lot of fun with him at the Ozone. My sympathy and prayers to his family and friends. Kathy Sortino
Johnny Ray Gomez
May 3, 2013
We will all miss you and your personality George. God Bless.
LouAnn
May 2, 2013
I am deeply saddened by the passing of George Murphy. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I feel very fortunate that I got to know him over the years and serve him a cocktail or two at the Ozone. George always had a great story and always made me laugh with his jokes. He was a great presence at the Ozone and will be truly missed. May his spirit be with us forever!
J Kidd
May 2, 2013
Really going to miss your jokes George.
The Ozone wont be the same.
Prayers go out to the Family.
Robyn Skalberg
May 1, 2013
I have known George for many a years and am proud to be able to say that. He was a very kind and wonderful man and I totally loved hearing ALL his stories, no matter how many times I heard them!! I first knew George as a younger woman as "The Voice of Nebraska". His voice was One of a Kind! I enjoyed the many times I got him out of his chair to dance at "Anthony's". He loved dancing to the song "Celebrate"!
I always loved seeing George and I will forever be missing him until we see each other again some day.
Good Bye George.
Dan Nano
May 1, 2013
Are Prayers Are ith Your Family. Will Miss seeing him at The Ozone. Linda and Dan
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