Michael E. Murphy Jr. Obituary
We bid farewell to Michael E. Murphy Jr. of Mesa, Arizona, born in Elmhurst, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 23, 2025 at the age of 55. Michael touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though Michael has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his sister Lisa Miller (Murphy). He is survived by: his daughter Molly Schumm of Prairie Village, KS; his brother Bill Murphy; and his parents, Michael Sr. Murphy and Margaret Murphy (Fitzhugh).
In lieu of flowers we ask for a donation to the Tunnel to TowersFoundation, which helps America's veteran and first responder heroes.