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for Geri Karp-Garcia
Ken Murphy Ex Son n Law
April 15, 2022
Hey Mama,
I have to be honest. I will always love you. And miss you!
K Murphy
April 16, 2020
Mama,
I still think of you often! Time and time again I think I see you out in Public. Hopefully you can see the amazing blessings God has shown all of us. Brinna had a beautiful baby Girl last August. And Matt and I have grown much closer.
Your memory definitely lives on! Time and time again I am still reminded of you and your joy and the silly times we shared and the serious ones too. You made an everlasting impact on me!
I truly hope you are at peace and jammin on that bass in the sky Mama!
Love Ken.
Ken Murphy
April 16, 2019
Mama,
Wow! 10 years has passed. And I honestly still think about you often and the hilarious times we shared quoting movie lines and the serious times discussing life and marriage! It is ironic Jessica shared that she thought she saw you! I too had that happen while on a Harley run to the Bay Area. We had stopped toward your old stomping grounds and we were fueling up and I saw a women that looked so much like you it was ridiculous! I too froze in my tracks and as we locked eyes the lady smiled slightly which left me confused.
Just a stranger smiling? Odd.
You are still loved and missed. So much has changed as you know! And wow! Matty & Brianna are expecting! How totally awesome! Just wish you were here to share in it physically! Anyway Mama. Your Legacy lives on!
Love ya! Silence! Lol. Ha ha.
Love your Son Ken
Natalie Handy
April 23, 2013
Auntie G-
You were always one of the most kind and generous people that I have the honor of saying I am related to! You always remembered to send a birthday card my way! It's the little things in life that we tend to remember and be thankful for. I miss you dearly and hope that you have found a nice comfy place in the heaven above to sit down and watch over us all! It's still unreal to think that you were with us only a few years ago! I wish I could have spent more time with you while I was growing up. I pray and wish that you have found a much better world to be in. One that is full of happiness and no pain.
With all of my love,
Natalie
Jessica Attard
April 22, 2013
Auntie G,
I froze in my tracks last week when I swore I saw you in a restaurant. As this lady walked towards me, I stopped.. Thinking 'No way! No way!' Then she walked straight past me, and my heart sank. I was secretly wishing it was you and you'd crack a joke or nudge me as you walked by. But nope... Nothing. It hit me how much I miss your beautiful face, and I realized that although she wasn't you, you were there with me at that exact moment. A calm feeling came over me as I remembered your amazing smile, your always kind words, your contagious laughter, and your generous heart. Despite your own trials and tribulations, when Natalie reached out to the family for help with my medicine I could not afford, you had only concern in your heart. You volunteered and helped me very much. No questions asked. You were always so generous. Every year I had a birthday card sitting there on my birthday from you. You went above and beyond to love your family. I know it's been 4 years, but I will always love you and miss you. I am grateful for an Auntie like you. Thank you for everything. Please come visit me more. Even play a trick or two on me. I love you. XoXo ~jessie~
Cathy Ibarra
April 22, 2013
Mi Hermana.."Geri-Ann"
I have learned alot from you growing up--all those talks we had, listening to music, dancing until we laughed so hard we cried! I miss you, "Ann" and the special times we shared.
I remember you with joy & laughter, not sadness & tears for I know God blessed me with an Angel not just a big Sister. We all have been blessed with the incredible pleasure of having you part of our lives. I love you!---"Cathy-Ann"
KM
April 18, 2013
Mama, many days when I rise early in the morning to start my day I think of you! I pour my coffee and venture to the porch for my quiet time and reflect on the times we laughed in your kitchen! Just recently I began playing drums again. My close friend Rob has thousands of albums and we "jam" together and listen to Lps. It always brings a smile to my face to think of you and your spirit! I hope you are having a blast in Heaven! SILENCE!!!!! LOL Love KM
M
April 17, 2013
Here's to you, Ger. For all the times you lit up my life with your smile and laughter.
Marian
April 17, 2013
Dear Big Sis-Yesterday, on the fourth anniversary of your passing, I was talking with Amanda about that day and my voice was still cracking and eyes were welling. Still seems like yesterday and I miss you so much...always will. When I think of all the memories we've shared, not just with the whole family, but the ones of just you and me, I can't help but laugh at the fondness of them and cry because I miss you. I think you laugh every time I enter the password for all my apps and programs. The plant lives on, despite the cats liking to chew on it. It even bloomed this year. Surprise! I think you had a hand in that and I love all the signs you send. In some small way it helps to fill the void. Stay close, Geri, and thanks for the hugs. Marian
Bro.
April 17, 2013
Has it been that long? I'm with you every day and not one goes by that I don't feel your presence somehow, mostly with music! Rock on, Sis! I'm listening.
Deets
April 16, 2013
My sweet, beautiful sister, it has been 4 years since you left us. I miss you so and I miss the joy and laughter of being around you. Looking back on our time together, I am in awe at how much of an impact you have had in all our lives...your humor, your kindness, your loving spirit and positive energy. Your loving light continues to shine on all of us. I can now smile at all those memories you left us and see them as the beautiful gifts they are and I am forever grateful you were in my life. I feel your presence often so I know you are still around us...being a big sister. We will be together again someday...what a family gathering that will be!! I love you, Davey!
April 16, 2013
MaMa - four years have gone by and well, you already know all that has happened. I feel your presence daily, hear you laughter and singing, and am comforted by your "Ya-Ya's". Your legacy lives on in my and my crew. I miss you and love you so much. Love, Me
April 16, 2013
Hey Ruffles--
It's been 4 years today, since you left this Earth for higher (less hectic) grounds! I feel your love shinin' down on me everyday. Especially since I've got your sweet movie chair reclining leatha (say that with a thick thick new york accent)couch. I miss you like crazy, but can't help to laugh when I feel a tear come on. I walked pass your work the other day and couldn't help smile because I remember when you'd take me for a lunch we'd grab a cuoffee tualk with Wally, and you'd give me a herrcut in your cubicle!! those were the best of times. Thanks for always making time for me on those surprise visit days! You'd always greet me with a smile and love. Here's thinkin' of you kid!
Love always,
Your Lola (Niki)
Picnic @ Samuel P. Taylor 3.28.08
April 16, 2013
Ken Murphy
April 17, 2010
Mama, It has been a year and one day today that you left us for us better place. I cant help but feel sad at the loss of your prescence here, but Grateful for your prescence there in Gods home. I am at a loss at times how to comfort your daughter she misses you so much!!! I pray for strenth to be the husband that you often encouraged me to be, I remeber sitting in your kitchen and you would say, "be good to her she's your friend too!" I have relised how important lately that is. Thank you for your love and always excepting me with open arms and Mama hugs.You were a great comfort for me after my Mom left and still I hear your words! Love ya Mama!
Love Ken
Debra Murphy
April 16, 2010
Mama - One year ago today you left us to continue your journey. I miss you somethin awful. As I sit here in the exact seat I sat with you many times during your last days on earth I can't help but cry because you are not physically here to hug and hold and laugh and cry with. I know you are in a better place, with no more tears and no more pain. I know you look down on us and remind us to love one another and to continue our journey on earth. I ain't gonna lie (i know, i know - not proper english :) .... I cannot wait until I see you again. That day where we will be reunited in God's kingdom with you, Gramma, Granpa and all our loved ones (family and friends). I cannot wait to hear you and Gramma singing - with Granpa whistling in the background. God gives me that Hope...you give me that Hope. Until then, Mama I will enjoy all the memories you made with us and I will pray for all our loved ones here on earth. I love you and miss you. Love ~ Me
Bob Welch
April 16, 2010
Dear Geri, Although you are no longer with us physically you are forever in my thoughts. Your memorial service was really beautiful and I wanted to stand up and tell everyone what a dear friend you were, but emotions would not let me do so. It was comforting to see you were surrounded by a truly wonderful family. I'm sure your time together after leaving DOL was rich with lots of love. I miss you very much and hope you are looking down on all of us in DOL shaking your head in dismay, wondering if we are going to make it through this new NCFMS financial system conversion. While I would love to have you here to laugh and commiserate with, I'm glad you don't have to go through this very painful process. We all learn lessons from those we work with, everyday, but it's the people who are not with us any longer who have the most profound impact on our lives. I thank you and your family for allowing me to be a part of your life while you were here. I'll always remember and miss your gentle laughter and your incredible sense of humor. The other day I was cleaning off my roll-top desk and found the program for your memorial. Seeing your picture again made me smile because I immediately thought about how we used to sit together at the tenant meetings before the new federal building was a reality. In the lobby of our building we have a wall of television monitors, each presenting something different. Every time I pass the monitor showing the time lapse photography of the building going up I think of the years we devoted to getting it built and staff settled. Shine down on your loved ones and your glow will make them just like you, the BEST. I miss you so much. Bob Welch. Admin Officer, Job Corps
The Four Musketeers
Li'l Sis Marian
May 12, 2009
My Dear Sister, I miss you so much. Nothing is the same without you and I wish we had had more time together. Thanks for being the wonderful sister you still are; my sister, friend, confidante, and so much more. Thank you for the memories and the laughs; for being there for everyone everytime you were needed. You are the perfect Big Sis. There are so many signs that you're still around and they all make me smile. ILY and always will.
Brother Bob
May 4, 2009
Sis, your legacy lives on. Daughter, sister, cousin, wife, mother, aunt, grandmaother, friend! With me, your life continues in the music I listen to, movies that I watch, the candles that I burn, the daily activities that we all took for granted. I feel your presence and you are one dignified woman! Not sure what life will bring but mine is so much easier knowing you've got my back. Hope to do you justice. More than being my sister, you were my friend! God be with you and God bless us all!
Amanda Lujan
May 1, 2009
Dear Auntie Geri~ It's true what they say, "You never know how much someone means to you until you lose them." And unfortunetly we tend to not pay attention to the little time we do have with those we care about. We get caught up in our lives that sometime we go months with out seeing eachother... I just hope you knew that i thought about you everyday and still do. There will never be a day i don't miss you & wish you were still here. The only thing that keeps me going is knowing u are free from everything this earth binds us of, including pain, which I hated seeing you go through. God does everything for a reason and I know he's taking good care of you... I can't wait to go home & see you again... Oh and the first thing i want when i see you is a great big hug ok? Much love from your niece, Amanda/ Ashanti R.I.P.
Nancy Gonzalez
April 28, 2009
Hola Chica!
I met you back in 1976. We became friends quickly. I will miss you at our retirees luncheon. I am sad that you did not get to enjoy your retirement. I will keep you in my thoughts and know that you are free of all pain. See you later Chica!
Kevin Lujan
April 27, 2009
What can I say, your passing came too soon. I will always remember the good times we had at the family events. You will always be in my heart. Love you Boneface.
Paul Kelly
April 24, 2009
Geri, although Carol and I never met you personally, we feel we knew you through your wonderful daughter, Deb, who's every thought was of you. We know that through Deb we will get to know you better in the years to come, so we will know you in heaven as well.
Mike Campbell
April 23, 2009
Geri, I regretfully missed the opportunity to meet you. In times to come I will get to know you through your family. I know that you are loved dearly, that you touched many lives and are missed so very much.
pete castillo
April 23, 2009
to Anita and Debbie and family
we are sorry for the lost of your mother ours prayers and thought are with you love uncle pete and julie and nicole
Joan & Marcello Barbero
April 23, 2009
I will always remember Geri for her kind happy smile. I'd see her at BART and she would immediately brighten my day. She made our first date something special with her stories and sense of humor.
Our sympathy goes out to John and her children, we know she'll be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Monica Beary
April 23, 2009
Geri,
You helped me so much with my job of providing customer service for BLS and/or getting BLS information when needed. I always appreciated working with you and how you kept such an even keel. I'll miss you.
Robert Avila
April 23, 2009
John...It has been many years since you and Geri have been in my home for an evening of my cooking, our dancing about my kitchen,and enjoying fine wine, music, and the fellowship of friends.
We will miss Geri...
Linda Strazzullo
April 23, 2009
Geri, you've been my friend for a long long time, though we didn't get together as much as we should have I will miss you greatly. But I'm glad you are no longer in pain.
Love ya, Weed
Francine Roby
April 22, 2009
Geri, my friend and coworker- You will remain genuine, kind, and wise in my grateful memories of time spent with you. My deep felt sympathy is sent to your family and circle of friends.
Joseph Barnard
April 22, 2009
Geri was always there! She was a great teacher, friend and listener. I will always miss the laughter we shared together and good time's that we had. My heart will forever hold a place for her; she is a big part of who I am today. I will miss you Geri everyday thank you for being a part my growing up.
Buddy Joe
Missin' You
Anita Earl
April 22, 2009
Ronayne Shaw
April 22, 2009
I met Geri when I was hired to BLS in 1974. She showed me the value of professionalism, friendship, motherhood and being a grandma. She holds a big space in my heart. Farewell Bufo! ("Beautiful" in kids language).
Vicki Cooper-Mruphy
April 22, 2009
Geri, I met you back in 1979 when I came to work at BLS, I rember the many convesations we had about our daughters and grand babies. We kept in touch through emails when I moved to San Deigo. I am truly going to miss your friendship.
Rest In Peace KARP, love ya Vicki.
Anita Earl
April 22, 2009
Mommy, I miss you so much. The sorrow I feel is my own selfishness that still wishes you were here with us. I know that you are singing and dancing in Heaven. I know that there is no more pain & discomfort you are a free spirit. I know you're listening to me as I call out to you everyday & until I see you again, I love you Bunches Your "Mijita" Anita
Michael Levine
April 22, 2009
Geri,
Thank you for being such a good friend and always remembering me on my birthdays and at holidays. It was always terrific to speak with you, email, and see each other at meetings and conferences. You are a terrific person. I will surely miss you. May you finally rest in peace.
Ken Murphy
April 21, 2009
Mama, I love you and miss you already, I praise God I was at your side during the end and will look forward to seeing you again. Please say Hi to My Mom in Heaven. You are a blessing in my life and always will be. Deb and Anita are doing good but then you know that!!!! We love you see ya soon.......Love your Son Kenny
Laura Trizuto
April 21, 2009
Geri, I am so thankful that we became friends. You touched my heart with the miracle of you. I miss you. I love you. Rest in Peace.
Diane Roy
April 21, 2009
Geri, Mahalo for getting me through all the meetings and sharing your times and breaks with me. I miss you. Aloha oe!
Nicole Barnes
April 21, 2009
Nonna Mia--- Thank you for being a pal, a mentor, a strong soul that will forever live in my heart through memories of love, laughter, and wisdom beyond compare. I miss you. Your LoLa----Nicole
Jamie McMullan
April 21, 2009
I look forward to meeting you one day. I am glad you are no longer in pain and resting in the arms of Jesus.
Love in Christ,
Jamie
April 21, 2009
Geri - I'll miss you but I know you are at peace and looking down on all of us. Thanks for listening to and understanding my humor during the move to the new federal building. You will be in my thoughts forever. Your Friend Bob Welch
Debra Murphy
April 21, 2009
My Mama - My Friend, I am so grateful you are no longer in pain. I miss you. I love you. I look forward to our reunion. xoxoxoxo - Me
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