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William J. "Murph" Murphy Jr.

William J. "Murph" Murphy Jr. obituary, Joliet, IL

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William Murphy Obituary

Murphy Jr., William J. "Murph" Age 80. Suddenly Monday, August 5, 2013 at Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center. Born and raised in Chicago, the son of the late William Sr. and Ruth (Clark) Murphy. A U.S. Army veteran. Retired from Illinois Bell/SBC telephone in 1978. Former member of I.B.E.W. Local #165, serving as treasurer. Surviving are his loving wife of 43 years, Mary (Rozynek) Murphy; his son, William Michael (Heather) Murphy; daughter, Jennifer (Michael) Hoffman; three grandchildren, Chloe, Amanda and Riley. A Memorial Service for William J. Murphy, Jr. will be Friday, August 9, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet. Private inurnment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to Disabled American Veterans, 2122 W Taylor Street, Suite 104, Chicago, IL 60612 or www.dav.org. Family will receive all friends and relatives from 4:00 p.m. until time of service. For more information: (815) 741-5500 or www.fredcdames.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 7, 2013.

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William Murphy

August 10, 2013

Dad saying good-bye to you was the hardest thing I have ever done.we always wish for just one more day,but alas it wasn't meant to be. I am thankful that you are not suffering anymore,because that was such a painful thing to watch. Rest In Peace my dear Father and may God keep you safe until we can play catch together again.

John and Janice Musson

August 8, 2013

Mary, Bill and Jen; John and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and your families on the loss of a wonderful husband/father. John is sorry that he can't be here for Bill's service to honor his memory. We always enjoyed visiting with Bill at our family functions. He will be remembered with fondness and greatly missed. We love you all.

August 7, 2013

Rest in peace my dear husband. You suffered much , but now you know eternal peace with no more pain. I will miss your funny smile and wonderful humor I love you

Christmas 2007

Heather

August 7, 2013

My heart aches for this great loss.

Kathy & Jarry Zehetner

August 7, 2013

Mary and Family,
We send our sincere condolences on the loss of Bill. Hugs to you!!
Kathy & Jerry Zehetner

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