Joseph Peter Murphy
Visitation will be held on Tuesday one hour prior to the service, from 10 -11 AM at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Goderich.
St. Peter's Catholic Church

Cemetery:
Kingsbridge
In Memory of
Joseph Peter Murphy
September 14th, 1930 - May 7th, 2015

Place of Death

Stratford General Hospital

Obituary

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joe Murphy on May 7, 2015 at Stratford General Hospital at age 84. Beloved husband of Flora Murphy of 58 years. Loving father of Colleen, Shawn, and Diane Dodge (Brian). Cherished papa of Cole, Mackenzie, Meghan, Riley, and Ryan. Also survived by his sister Leila McLaughlin, brother-in-law Rick Kerr and nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Patrick and Irene Murphy, and his sisters Mary Kerr, Bernice Maisonville and brother Raymond Murphy. Joe was employed with the MTO for 30 years until his retirement. His favourite hobbies were fishing as well as woodworking in his garage creating many designs of bird houses and country crafts. He will be remembered for his extreme generosity shared with his loved ones especially his grandchildren. Friends and relatives may call at St. Peter's Catholic Church, 156 North Street, Goderich on Tuesday, May 12th from 10:00 am until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11:00AM. Father Dan Vere officiating. Interment at St. Joseph Cemetery, Kingsbridge. Donations to Stratford General Hospital or St. Joseph's Building Fund, Stratford are appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

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Message from Ron and Kim Austin2015-05-15 21:38:48
Sorry to hear about the passing of Joe, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Ron Kim Austin, and Family
Message from Colleen (Weishar) Scott2015-05-12 21:06:39
Sorry to hear about your family's loss. He is never further from your heart. Keep the memories alive in your conversations. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Message from Pat Hagedorn2015-05-12 10:18:55
Shawn and family, Our condolences in the passing of your Dad. Hagedorn Family
Message from The Green Family2015-05-10 21:37:05
Diane, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family. May you find comfort in your memories.
Message from Marlene Deith2015-05-09 09:43:32
Dear Aunt Flora and kids Please know how sorry am I that Uncle Doe is no longer with us. He was so good to me. I will miss his fun and loving nature. God Bless you all.
Message from Diane Dodge2015-05-09 07:34:16
We will miss you, dad. May you rest in peace. Your grandchildren will miss you dearly.