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Joseph Murphy Obituary
FORTY FORT — Joseph Michael (Mike) Murphy, 77, of Ransom Street, Forty Fort, died on Sept. 19, 2019, at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Vincent and Josephine Fertal Murphy. He graduated from Girard College in Philadelphia.
Mike was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was active with his four children and all their sporting events. He was a coach for Forty Fort Little League, Forty Fort Traveling Girls Softball, and Bishop O'Reilly Head Soccer Coach, just to mention a few.
Mike had resided and was active in Forty Fort for most of his life. He was a member of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Swoyersville, and helped with the collections most Sundays, Forty Fort Lions Club, and PA Soccer Coaches.
He retired from M.S.A as a regional sales manager for 35 years. He then accepted a position with CFI Sales and Service and Northampton Community College as a fall protection instructor as well as an OSHA Outreach instructor.
Mike was a member of American Society of Safety Engineers for 32 years and many safety associations and guest lecturer for many.
Surviving are his wife of 54 years, the former Elizabeth Yatsko; sons Timothy and his wife, Maria, of Dupont, Michael and his wife, Lori, of Sterling, Va.; daughters Colleen Murphy-Blasi and her husband, Mike, of Mountain Top, Kellie Murphy, of Ashburn, Va.; brother Vincent, of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; nine grandchildren, Timmy Murphy, Jordan and Megan Navin, Sarah Murphy, Aiden Murphy, Sarah Murphy, Liam Murphy, Kylie Murphy, Connor Blasi and Mia Blasi, several nieces and nephew.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Swoyersville. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church at 116 Hughes St., Swoyersville.
Friends and relatives may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday evening at Hugh B. Hughes & Son Inc. Funeral Home, 1044 Wyoming Ave., Forty Fort. For more information or to send the family an online condolence visit www.hughbhughes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Murphy
NEPA Chapter American Society of Safety Professionals
September 16, 2022
Thinking of Mike on the anniversary of his passing. Mike reached so many people in his life and I´m grateful to have known and worked with Mike. Rest In peace my friend. - Rich Hettes
Rocco DiPietro
September 16, 2020
Condolences on the anniversary. I'm thinking of you and the many smiles and professional moments we had. You were a true protector of workers across the county. I'm blessed to have the opportunity to work with you in making a positive impact on the lives of so many.
Kerry Schimelfenig
September 16, 2020
Thinking of you and the impacts you made on so many people life, you are truly missed. Rest in Peace and Safely in Gods hands my friend.
Rich Hettes
September 15, 2020
Thinking of you, Mike on the anniversary of your passing. May the impact you made on the people in your life be remembered forever. Rest In Peace my friend.
Judy Szakalun
September 25, 2019
So sorry to hear about Michael. He and I were friends when I lived in Plymouth. Mike was a real nice guy and gentleman. We had some good times together.
Mary Lou Graziano
September 25, 2019
Dear Mrs. Murphy, Colleen and family,
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr.Murphy...May God give you the strength to get through this very sad time and may you find comfort in knowing you shared many ,many beautiful times together...cherish those memories...All my love♀
Marg & Joe Zyblewski
September 23, 2019
Betty & family We are so sorry to hear of Mikes passing. What a wonderful person he, was so kind. Our Sincere Sympathy to you Marg and Joe Zyblewski
Rich Fetzer
September 23, 2019
Mike was a respected colleague and friend. He always went the extra mile and was truly loyal to MSA. If there was a way to accomplish something, Mike was always willing to try. Condolences to his family. In sympathy, Rich Fetzer. EPA (retired).
R Hettes on Behalf of the NEPA ASSP Board
September 23, 2019
The Executive Board of the Northeast PA Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals wishes to extend it's deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mike Murphy. Mike was committed to the organizations he supported and he will long be remembered for that. One could always count on Mike for kind words, sense of humor and depth of knowledge. Rest in Peace.
Aaron Cameron
September 23, 2019
I did not know Mike personally, but I knew of his contributions to the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) and to the local chapter. As Regional VP, I'd like to extend my thanks and gratitude for what he has accomplished for our membership and my condolences on behalf of our regional leadership. May God bless you and your family in this time of sadness.
Marlene Romanko
September 23, 2019
So sorry to hear of Mr. Murphy's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
September 23, 2019
Mike was one of the finest gentlemen I have had the opportunity to work with. As a EHS manager, I can say that he knew his "stuff" and always had a great willingness to go the extra mile for his colleagues and customers. Going to miss Mike a great deal.
Larry Bonczar
InterMetro Industries
Wilkes-Barre
September 22, 2019
We were so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. Our paths crossed when our children attended Bishop O'Reilly and played soccer. Mike was a great guy who had a smile for everyone. I'm sure he will be missed by his family. Cherish your memories.
Jim & Kathy Greger
allyn ferretti
September 22, 2019
so sorry for your loss it will take time but vit eill get better.
September 22, 2019
tim and marie sorry for your loss, it will take awhile but things will get better.
vincent murphy
September 22, 2019
Mike, you were the best brother a person could ever have. I am going to miss our phone conversations we had every seven to ten days. We would discuss our families and our problems and the solutions to these problems. You would tell me about the activities of your grand children. I was surprised to learn that you took collections on Sunday in the same church I attended when I lived in that area. I am missing you so much. I am sure the Lord Jesus is taking good care of you now. Love always - your brother Vince.
John Whitonis
September 22, 2019
As a fellow alumnus of Girard College my condolences go out to Mike's family. I will pray for Mike's soul as well as for the comfort of his family at this most difficult.
Bob Williamson
September 22, 2019
I met Mike in 1981 when I opened a video store at Kingston Corners and spent time with him until we closed in 1997. He actually videotaped each of my 3 daughters weddings. Last time I remember him was in Sam's Club in W-B and consider him a good friend.
Gina Newell
September 22, 2019
We are sorry to hear if your dads passing. Thinking of you at this time.
With deepest sympathy,
Gina and George Newell
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