In Memory Of
Dr. William Murphy
1950
2018
Dr. William Murphy
January 14, 1950 — August 18, 2018
Dr. James William "Bill" Murphy, 68, peacefully passed away Saturday, August 18, 2018 surrounded by loved ones. Bill was born January 14, 1950 in Jonesboro, Arkansas to Charles and Mary Cecilia (Gatz) Murphy. At an early age, Bill knew that becoming an educator was his passion. After graduating with his Doctorate of Education, Bill taught at Memphis State, University of Louisiana-Monroe, Pittsburg State University, Western Kentucky University, and Winona State University.
Although instilling a passion of learning in others was important, the pride of Bill's life was his family. Bill and Carol (Heitz) were married in 1983. They then spent the next 34 years raising and enjoying their four children and two grandchildren. Beyond their family, Bill and Carol also enjoyed supporting one another in their careers and interests. Bill will be remembered each time one of his baked goods or recipes is enjoyed.
Bill is survived by his wife Carol, children: Dr. Kimberly Murphy, Rock Island, IL; Kyle (Bridget) Murphy, Bellevue, NE; Kristina Murphy, West Liberty, IA; and Kristopher (Barbara) Murphy, Topeka, KS, and grandchildren: Joseph and Kendall Murphy, Bellevue, NE. He is also survived by his sister Mary Beth Williams and her children Connie and Cecil and their families, as well as in-laws Marilyn Heitz, Mark and Lisa Heitz and their daughter Kara and her family, and Lynne Gleason Murphy and her daughter Missy and family.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents, his parents-in-law Joe and Hazel Heitz, and his brother Joe Murphy.
A Memorial Mass Of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Topeka where the family will receive friends from 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. and a Rosary will be Prayed at 9:30 a.m. Graveside inurnment will take place in Garden of Memories Cemetery in Pittsburg, Kansas at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to an educator or educational facility of the donor's choice.
Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. in Topeka is assisting the family.
To leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.
Although instilling a passion of learning in others was important, the pride of Bill's life was his family. Bill and Carol (Heitz) were married in 1983. They then spent the next 34 years raising and enjoying their four children and two grandchildren. Beyond their family, Bill and Carol also enjoyed supporting one another in their careers and interests. Bill will be remembered each time one of his baked goods or recipes is enjoyed.
Bill is survived by his wife Carol, children: Dr. Kimberly Murphy, Rock Island, IL; Kyle (Bridget) Murphy, Bellevue, NE; Kristina Murphy, West Liberty, IA; and Kristopher (Barbara) Murphy, Topeka, KS, and grandchildren: Joseph and Kendall Murphy, Bellevue, NE. He is also survived by his sister Mary Beth Williams and her children Connie and Cecil and their families, as well as in-laws Marilyn Heitz, Mark and Lisa Heitz and their daughter Kara and her family, and Lynne Gleason Murphy and her daughter Missy and family.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents, his parents-in-law Joe and Hazel Heitz, and his brother Joe Murphy.
A Memorial Mass Of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Topeka where the family will receive friends from 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. and a Rosary will be Prayed at 9:30 a.m. Graveside inurnment will take place in Garden of Memories Cemetery in Pittsburg, Kansas at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to an educator or educational facility of the donor's choice.
Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. in Topeka is assisting the family.
To leave the family a special message online, please visit www.DoveTopeka.com.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Dr. William Murphy, please visit our flower store.
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Tuesday, August 28, 2018
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