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Kimberly Murphy Obituary
Shrewsbury - Kimberly A. Murphy, 48, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, April 9, 2018. She leaves her mother Mary E. (Hally) Murphy, 2 brothers- Michael Murphy and Brian Murphy of Worcester; 2 aunts- Geraldine Colby of Charlton, and Rita Raleigh of Worcester; 2 nieces, a nephew, many cousins from Texas, Florida, and Virginia; and many close friends at the post office including Patty Dooley of Millbury, who has been an especially big help to the family during this difficult time. She was predeceased by her father Warren P. Murphy and by her brother Kevin J. Murphy formerly of VA.
Kim was born and raised in Worcester. She graduated from St. Peter Marion High School and worked for over 25 years as a mail handler at the United States Post Office in Shrewsbury. She was a member of St. Joan of Arc Church, was an avid Boston sports fan, and enjoyed traveling, playing Keno and going to the casinos.
A memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at 11:00 a.m in St. Joan of Arc Church 570 Lincoln St. Worcester. Burial will be private. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations in Kim's memory may be made to St. Jude's. To leave an online condolence message, please visit
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Betty Murphy
September 1, 2019
The Family of Kim's Uncle, Alan, Archie, J. Murphy want you to know Kim was a true treasure and her family in Virginia Beach loved her.
A gentle soul, always kind and caring. Her Mother Mary was her best friend and the light of her a Father Warren's life..
Rest In Peace Kim.
Bob Nystrom
April 26, 2018
Mary Mike and Brian I am so sorry for your loss.
Margaret Valis
April 24, 2018
Neighbors of Kim at the Commons send condolences to her family.
Maureen Bagley
Maureen Bonzoli
Mary Fossey
Bev Loomis
Margaret Valis
bruce wilcox
April 23, 2018
mike my condolences
Paul Sullivan
April 23, 2018
Dear Mrs Murphy, Michael and Brian,
Please accept my sincere condolences for the passing of your sister, Kim. I will remember all of you in my prayers during your time of sorrow.
Respectfully,
Paul Sullivn
Sandy White
April 21, 2018
She was such a quiet person. She has gone much too soon. I enjoyed working with her. You have my deepest sympathy.
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