Michael Murphy Obituary
We are sad to announce that on September 28, 2023, at the age of 77, Michael Murphy of Payson, Illinois, born in Detroit, Michigan passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lowell Murphy and Eva Gallaher VanOrder Murphy; his grandparents, Anna Sparks, Leon Petty, Glen and Hazel Murphy; and his siblings, Richard VanOrder and Deloris Scranton.
He is survived by: his wife Mardi; his sons, Michael Todd Murphy (Melissa) of Hannibal, MO, Chris Murphy (Yvette) of Payson and Miles Murphy (Ruchelle) of Crown Point, IN; his grandchildren, Aby Miller (Nathan), Kaity Murphy (Dannie), Gage Murphy, Jacob Murphy, Dustin Klingele and Duane Klingele (Bethany); his great grandchildren, Zayden Murphy, Zaiah Klingele, Demetrius Klingele and Melani Murphy; and his pet Amara. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws.
Memorials are suggested to be made to the family c/o Niebur Funeral Chapel.
