Paul "Murph" F. Murphy, age 86 passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023.
Born in Weymouth, Mass. to John and Kathleen Murphy. Family moved to Tucson in 1948 and Paul graduated from Tucson High School in 1955. One year later, he landed a job at Tucson Gas and Electric where he was proud to work in electrical line construction for 40 years.
He married Sheri Gates in 1958 and fathered Sheryl, Patricia, and Erin. He married Nancy Rice in 1971 and gained three step children-- Lorie, Paul and Matt. Many vacation trips were to the National Bowling Tournaments or to the summer home in Showlow.
He is survived by Nancy, five children 11 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren, his brother, David (Pauline), and sister Rosemary.
No service is planned at Paul's request.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.eastlawnpalms.com for the Murphy family.