RONALD JAMES MURPHY, (USMC Ret.), 72, passed away July 10, 2012. He was born April 18, 1940 in Johnson City, NY to Susanne Edenfield and James Harrison Murphy. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Libby Morrissey Murphy; one daughter and two sons, Teri Canup (David), Ronnie Murphy and Michael Murphy (Jennifer). He is also survived by his step-children, Catherine McCollum (Dale), Ann Lowry and James “Buddy” Coop (Jayne). He was known as Pepaw to his loving family including 10 grand-children and four great-grandchildren. He retired from the US Marine Corps after 20 years of service and proudly served in the Vietnam War. Ron was a graduate of Embry Riddle University with a Bachelors of Science degree. He also received two Associate Degrees from State Technical Institute in Memphis. He retired from Federal Express after 26 years and enjoyed being a member of the FedEx Retirement Club. He also volunteered for the American Cancer Society. He was a member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Collierville. Service will be held at St. Andrew’s on Saturday, July 14. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to St. Andrew’s Church of the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made at
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