Jack Murphy
Holt
Age 93, passed away May 12, 2017, in Holt. He was born August 12, 1923, in Stonefort, IL, to the late Roy and Pearl (Thompson) Murphy.
Jack was a longtime employee at Michigan State University as a maintenance supervisor. He was an expert gardener, as well as a Spartan fan.
He is survived by his children: Mary (James), and Mike (Laura); grandchildren: James, and Stephen; and a sister, Sally. He was preceded in death by his wife Betty, daughter Nancy, and grandson Jonathan.
The funeral for Jack Murphy will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel with interment to follow in Felt Plains Cemetery, Leslie, MI. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the SIDS Foundation.
7 Messages to “Jack Murphy”
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Carl and Donna
May 17, 2017 at 12:47 amSo sad for you all on this day. Although we only met briefly, it was obvious that Jack was such a nice guy. We know he will be missed. Peace and Hugs to all.
Melissa Lininger
May 17, 2017 at 9:54 amIt was a pleasure to be a part of Jack’s life. He was very caring and enjoyed watching his soap opera and Tigers baseball. He will be missed.
Social Worker, Grace Hospice
Ashly Buckingham, Grace Hospice
May 18, 2017 at 2:54 pmThank you so much for allowing Grace Hospice to be a part of Jack’s life. He will be greatly missed.
Ashly Buckingham , Grace Hospice
RN Director of Clinical Services
Vanessa Morrison
May 18, 2017 at 2:57 pmDear Family and Friends of Jack:
Thank you for the privilege and honor of being part of his life and care. He touched our lives in a very special way and brought a smile to our faces with each encounter we had with him.
Jack will be missed and fondly remembered.
Blessings to you,
Vanessa Morrison- Grace Hospice Administrator
Darlene Hunt
May 18, 2017 at 7:09 pmIt was a great pleasure to get to know Jack. He knew what he wanted and when he wanted it. I enjoyed taking care of your father. Thank you for letting Grace Hospice help your father and family
Darlene Hunt (bath aid)
Clifford Cozart
June 9, 2017 at 9:12 pmSo sad to hear of Jack,s passing. Would like to hear from you all. We cousins need to get together. Love and prayers to you all.. Clifford, Rhonda. Metropolis Illinois
Chas Harper
May 27, 2018 at 3:03 pmHis brother was my uncle elmo aunt Bernice