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John Murphy Obituary

John M. Murphy of Marshfield, passed suddenly on February 8, 2019 at the age of 59. Beloved husband of Kimberly (Poeschl) Murphy, he was the loving father of Charlotte Boddell of Cohasset, Mark Maddy of Plattsburgh, N.Y., John M. Murphy, Michael Murphy of Ohio, Ian Murphy and his wife Kimberly of Halifax, Joshua Burba of Allston, and Brianna Burba of Marshfield, and grandfather to 8 grandchildren. Dear brother of Helen Hyde, Mary Murphy, Frederick Murphy, and the late Edward Murphy and Kay Goodwin. John has impacted so many lives and has done much more than he could have imagined. From coaching youth football and baseball for over a decade, and mentoring countless Marshfield youths, to developing and cultivating the leaders of tomorrow, Murph stands as the example of what a man is to be. His tireless work ethic and dedication to the betterment of all those around him, Murph was one to assist those unwilling to help themselves and the first to come to the aid of those in need. Murph left behind him a legacy and standard that we will all strive to attain and few can achieve. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, February 16, 2019 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Marshfield Elks Hall, 1321 Ocean Street, Marshfield. Memorial donations can be made to The Tony O'Reilly Vocational Scholarship Fund, c/o Marshfield Elks, 1321 Ocean Street, Marshfield MA 02050. For online guest book, driving directions, and other helpful information please visit the website macdonaldfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Marshfield Mariner from Feb. 11 to Feb. 20, 2019.

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Christine Poeschl

February 19, 2019

RIP MURH You will forever be in our hearts we miss and love you so very much
Van (dad) and Chris

Lynne Murphy

February 16, 2019

Love you always n forever xoxoxo

Tammy Arsenault

February 12, 2019

RIP Uncle John

Katie Teufel

February 11, 2019

I have never met a kinder , loving family man. Murph was always good to my children and myself. He never hesitated to help anyone and had wonderful way about him and definitely good for a laugh. God bless him and all the people he has touched. I am so very sorry to Kim, Bri, other children and friends. What a terrible loss . May he Rest In Peace .

Ginny Poeschl

February 11, 2019

My dear, dear Murph you were simply the best - husband, father, son-in-law, friend, I could go on and on. To know you was to love you. You were a very special person who made our lives a lot brighter - thank you for being you. I'll miss you so much. Love, Ginny

February 11, 2019

God will watch over my friend now. He was a true friend and did not know the word no. Bless you John.
Tim F.

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