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John Murphy Obituary
Dr. John E. Murphy III, 75, of Bellbrook, Ohio, passed away on Dec. 5, 2024. A celebration of life service will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 at Crossview Christian Church in Waynesville. Conner & Koch Funeral Home, Bellbrook, Ohio, is serving the family.
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Evan
February 1, 2025
Had it not been for Dr. Murphy III, my wife and I would not have lived so many healthy years. His talents, his drive, always seemed to be directed at helping others. He had a patient oriented attitude and a great sense of humor to ease one's fears. He was one special individual!
John and Jason Fisher
December 28, 2024
Dr Murphy always had the best stories and was a very compassionate person. He was me and my son´s doctor for many years and we will miss him.
Phyllis Jones
December 22, 2024
So sad and sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. John, he was not only a great doctor but a good man as well. He will be greatly missed. Will keep you and your family in my thought and prayers.
Emily Conklin Kaufman
December 17, 2024
My parents were long time friends with the Murphy family. Bob and Wilma Conklin. So sorry to hear this. I too visited the office as a young girl
Peggy and Joe Abbinante
December 11, 2024
Our deepest thoughts and prayers to John's family and loved ones. John was a wonderful, caring man.
Karen Miles
December 10, 2024
We are both sorry to hear about John's passing. We used to see him at Kettering Family Practice before he moved his practice over to Bellbrook. He was a very caring person. Your family is in our prayers.
Karen and George Miles
Mike link
December 9, 2024
Dr.murphy and family are the best he was our Dr.for 30 plus yrs.I´m sorry we can´t pay our respects due to illness since 2022,sue and Michael link
Bull
December 9, 2024
Doc Murphy was the best... We will miss you terribly prayers for your family
Allen Mescher
December 9, 2024
Our deepest sympathy extended to the Murphy family and friends, Dr. John was a wonderful Dr., coach, and father.
Jennifer Fulcomer Mooney
December 8, 2024
Dr. Murphy was one of the best. Such a kind heart and very intuitive. He will be missed. So very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for comfort to the family.
Vicki Beegle
December 8, 2024
Wonderful man and doctor. Condolences and prayers to his family.
Audrey Stephenson
December 8, 2024
Dr. Murphy was the best! Our sincere condolences to his entire family. You are in our thoughts & prayers. The Richard Stephenson family.
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