Murphy, Maurice P. Sr. Our beloved Maurice, age 88 of Brooklyn Park, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on 8/4/19. Preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Jane (Geldert) Murphy. Survived by his loving wife, Dorene of 63 years. Proud father of children, Maurice (Helen) of Burns, TN; Susan (Mike) of Rockford, MN and Cynthia (Mike) Frisco of Brooklyn Park, MN; seven very special grandchildren, Stephanie, Abigail, Kevin, David, Matthew, Elizabeth and Collin; great grandchildren include: Jace, Autumn and Connor. Maurice came from a large Irish family, he is now joined with his siblings: Tom, Pat, Jane, Margaret, Mike still to carry on the Murphy name is his brother, Daniel and sister, Katherine. Maurice worked at Honeywell for 33 years and he loved genealogy, but his most cherished love was his family. He will be fondly remembered for his generosity, kindness, and most importantly his big heart. He loved his Country and was a PROUD Marine, serving in the Korean War and earning 2 purple hearts. Per his wishes, we are having a private family Celebration of Life Service. Thank you to the caring and wonderful staff of Allina Hospice and River Oaks of Anoka. You made such a difficult time for all of us more tolerable. Private Interment Fort Snelling. Memorials preferred to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Published on August 18, 2019