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William Merritt “Bill” Murphy

Birth	:	13 Jun 1907 Nebraska, USA
Death	:	25 Jun 1996 Taber, Lethbridge Census Division, Alberta, Canada
Burial	:	Taber Memorial Garden Cemetery, Taber, Lethbridge Census Division, Canada
Coordinate	:	49.8144800, -112.1514000
Plot	:	B B14 S6 P6
Description	:	William (Bill) Merritt Murphy beloved husband, father and grandfather was 'called home' on the morning of June 25, 1996. He loved every one and was known for his joviality, his cheery laugh and his infectious smile. To his family Bill was very loving and kind. He epitomized the Good Samaritan and was ever ready to help anyone. Bill is survived by his wife Mabel of Barnwell, his four children, two of whom have since passed away, Noreen (Glen) Pierson of Lethbridge, Geraldine (private) Manville of Calgary, and his step children: 41 grand-children, 30 great... Read More	William (Bill) Merritt Murphy beloved husband, father and grandfather was 'called home' on the morning of June 25, 1996. He loved every one and was known for his joviality, his cheery laugh and his infectious smile. To his family Bill was very loving and kind. He epitomized the Good Samaritan and was ever ready to help anyone. Bill is survived by his wife Mabel of Barnwell, his four children, two of whom have since passed away, Noreen (Glen) Pierson of Lethbridge, Geraldine (private) Manville of Calgary, and his step children: 41 grand-children, 30 great grandchildren, and sisters Myrtle (Dave) Ferguson, Martha (George) Smith, Mary (Tom) Kerrison. He was predeceased by his Brother George Murphy and his sisters, Leona Seely, Minnie (Jack) Burns, and Viola (Harold) Haynes Bill was born June 13, 1907 in Kilgore, Nebraska. At the age of four he travelled with his family to Purple Springs where they homesteaded. He attended school in Antonio and Barnwell. He loved sports, especially racing and baseball. In 1934 he married Lenora Hammer and they were blessed with four children. His entire life was centred around his family. Nora passed away in 1966 and he later married Lucille Donaldson who predeceased him in 1974 . He married Mabel Howells in 1975 and they have resided on the farm south of Barnwell until his passing. Bill was a hard worker. He was employed as a mechanic for 30 years at the Taber Sugar Factory and over 20 years with Broder's pea viners. During this time he also farmed in Barnwell, retiring when he was 83 years young. Friends met the family in the Southland Funeral Chapel and in the Relief Society Room of the Barnwell L.D.S. Church prior to the Funeral. The Funeral was held in Barnwell L.D.S. Chapel on June 28 at 1:1:00 p.m. with Robin Hansen officiating. Interment followed in the Taber Memorial Garden. Honorary Pallbearers were Jim Richards, Reed Jensen, Delbert Johnson, Frank Merkl, Francis Craddock, Bernarr Harris and Joe Milder. Active Pallbearers were Wayne Conrad, Walter Grigor, Robert Howells, Lyle Platt, Bernard Price and Don Ferguson. Those who wish may donate to the Taber Hospital Foundation, 4326-50 Avenue, Taber, Alberta, T1G 1N9.

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William Merritt “Bill” Murphy's memorial is located at: Taber Memorial Garden Cemetery, Taber, Lethbridge Census Division, Canada.
When did William Merritt “Bill” Murphy death?
William Merritt “Bill” Murphy death on 25 Jun 1996 in Taber, Lethbridge Census Division, Alberta, Canada
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Latitude: 49.8144800
Longitude: -112.1514000

Family Members:

Parent

George Washington Murphy

(1873 - 1956)

Martha Augusta Behnke Murphy

(1878 - 1949)

Spouse

Esther Lenora “Nora” Hammer Murphy

(1910 - 1966)

Oline Lucille Jespersen Murphy

(1910 - 1974)

Mabel Ethal Anderson Howells

(1912 - 2006)

Siblings

George Herman Murphy

(1900 - 1939)

Minnie Edna Murphy Burns

(1903 - 1985)

Myrtle Elizabeth Murphy Ferguson

(1904 - 1997)

Martha Augusta Murphy Smith

(1910 - 2007)

Leona Marjorie Murphy Seely

(1917 - 1985)

Viola Margaret Murphy Haynes

(1919 - 1989)

Mary Jane Murphy Kerrison

(1921 - 2012)

Children

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