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Edward Murtha Obituary
11/19/2024
Edward J. Murtha passed away Nov. 19, 2024, in Queen Creek, Arizona. Ed was predeceased by parents, John and Anna, and sister, Barbara. Survived by brothers, Larry of Queen Creek, AZ, and Steve of Corrales, NM, and family in the New York City area, Germany, and Switzerland. Ed was a proud member of the Class of 1967 Archbishop Riordan High School San Francisco and served in the US Army. He earned a Masters of Library Science from San Jose State University and retired from the San Francisco Public Library. Committal service at Holy Cross Cemetery Colma, CA, April 17, 2025 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Riordan HS.
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Dolores Dalton
March 18, 2025
Sending our very deepest sympathies from the entire Dalton family. We were all so fond of Ed, and have the happiest memories of the Martha and Dalton families together. Sending love and support, Dolores and all of us
Bob Darling
March 16, 2025
Our condolences to the Murtha family. We lost a follow a follow Riordan HS class of 1967 classmate. Also appreciated his military service.
Barbara Colvin
March 15, 2025
Our sincere condolences
I met Ed at woodlake condominium
We had a lot fun time spending chatting and go out to lunch or dinner etc
Miss you
Ed, you died too soon
Hugs and love
Vikki Garrett
March 15, 2025
My Dad and I were longtime neighbors of Ed´s at Woodlake. He will be remembered as a kind, gentle soul who was liked by many. Condolences to his loved ones.
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