Murphy was born June 15, 1947 to the late Minus Paul Gary and the late Ada Menard Gary, and was one of four children born to that union. He last worked as an Electrician with Trahan and Smith Electrical, but most know him from the many years he owned and operated Gary’s Seafood on Jefferson Island Road and Hwy 90.
His children recalled their father’s love of the outdoors and nature. Murphy enjoyed camping and visited many camp grounds in the area with Lake Fausse Pointe being one of his favorites. He also had a farm and raised every animal you can imagine and a pond filled with goldfish and Koi. It was what brought him peace and relaxation.
Above all, Murphy’s greatest love was for his family. His memory will live on in the hearts and thoughts of all who knew and loved him. Rest well for you have earned your heavenly reward.
Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Angel Marie Breaux (John), Murphy Gary, Jr. (Holly) and Sierra Morvant (Brandon); his grandchildren, Kaitlyn Gary, Gunnar Breaux, Collin Breaux, Brayton Gary, Aniya Gary, Hosea Morvant and Zane Morvant; his great grandchildren, Kayden Gary and Londyn Koenig; a brother and sister, Carroll Gary and Elsie Jo Gary; and his former spouse and mother of his children, Mona Byford.
Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Carol Ruth Gary; and Shane Henry whom Murphy looked upon as his own son.
Funeral services celebrating Murphy’s life will be held at Evangeline Funeral Home at 10:00 am Thursday, April 28, 2022 with Fr. Ed Degeyter officiating. Following services Murphy will be laid to rest at Holy Family Mausoleum.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at Evangeline Funeral Home on Wednesday from 2:00 pm until 9:00 pm, with the Rosary being prayed at 6:30 pm. Visiting hours will resume on Thursday from 8:00 am until time of service.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers are John Breaux, Gunnar Breaux, Brandon Morvant, Brayton Gary, Adison Gary and Bryson Myers. Randy Henry will serve as honorary pallbearer.
Relatives and friends are encouraged to share their condolences and memories with the family by visiting Murphy’s memorial page at www.evangelinenewiberia.com
Evangeline Funeral Home of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.
