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Edwin Murphy Obituary
born March 27, 1927 in Houston, Texas died January 3, 2012. He was one of the founders of the Murphy Bros. Paint Co. He was a Mason, Scottish Rite, and a Shriner. He was the youngest of four boys born to James Melvin Murphy and Emma L. Murphy. He is preceded in death by his parents, his 3 brothers; James Melvin Murphy Jr., Charles Parnell Murphy, John Thomas Murphy, and his beloved wife and mother of his 3 children Margaret (Jeanie) Jean Murphy. He is survived by his 3 children, Linda Brownfiel and her husband James, Ed Murphy Jr. and his wife Karen, and Susan Sims and her husband Gary. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren, Jeanie, Jamie and Julie Brownfiel, E.J. and his wife Heather, and Wesley Murphy and Stefanie and Jeremy Blakley. Also, his sister-in-law LaMerle Murphy, numerous nephews and nieces and his current wife Dixie. A visitation will be held at Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home on Thursday, January 5, 2012 from 5pm to 9pm. Funeral service will be held at 11:00am on Friday, January 6, 2012 at Sunset United Methodist Church, 709 Allendale, Pasadena, Texas 77502. Interment to follow at Forest Park Lawndale Cemetery.
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Patti Stewart
January 7, 2012
Mr Murphy had a story for me most times when I saw him. No matter how busy I was-it was usually worth stopping to hear his words of wisdom. I can't say I ever heard him say he would do anything different-so I would have to say he led a full and fulfilling life. May he rest in peace with his memories living on with his loving family.
Maureen Sanders
January 6, 2012
So glad we had the privilege of knowing Ed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Love,
Joe, Maureen, Morgan & Jordan Sanders
MICHAEL ALBRECHT
January 6, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
January 6, 2012
Ed,
I am very sorry for your loss. If was a pleasure knowing your father and I wish you and your family the best during this difficult time.
Regards,
BILL MOSS
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Tom Addison
January 6, 2012
Ed was a self made man and his passion was the paint buinsness. Ed started by selling paint out of a shed and grew his business with the help of his family to what is today. Passing his goals and exceeding all expectations.
Now Ed can rest in peace.
Condolences,
The Addison's
Danny Cavazos
January 5, 2012
The Murphy Family, we are so sorry for you loss. Our prayers are with you all at this time of need. Love & Prayers
Always, Danny,Sylvia, Stephanie & Irene
Cavazos.
January 5, 2012
Dixie and family,
I am sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed hearing Ed's stories when we visited. Love you, Debbie and Skip
January 5, 2012
Dixie and family, I am sorry for your loss. Ed was full of fun stories that I enjoyed listening to. Love you, Debbie and Skip
Jay Miller
January 5, 2012
When I think of Mr. Murphy I remember his laughter and his wisdom. He was always kind to me and was one of the men who shaped my life. God Bless all of the Murphy family.
Thomas Pickford
January 5, 2012
To the Children of Ed Murphy Sr.:
Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you all.
Tom Pickford
January 4, 2012
My deepest condolences to all his family. We love you, Wendy & Cole
January 4, 2012
Ed, Karen, EJ & Heather, and Wesley Murphy loving son, daughter-in-law, grandson & wife and grandson. We will miss you!
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