Walter Thomas Murphy” Tom”, 83, of Terre Haute passed away on January 10, 2012 at 1:19 p.m. He was born in Montezuma, IN on June 2, 1928 to Scott Murphy and Frieda (Michael) Murphy. He served in the United States Army in the Korean War. Walter married the love of his life Rosemary (Houston) Murphy on February 13, 1954. He Retired from GTE after 35 years of employment as a service representative. Walter was a member of the American Legion, VFW, and the IBEW. He enjoyed spending time outside enjoying hobbies such as hunting and trap shooting. He was the happiest when he was surrounded by his family, especially his grandchildren, and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years Rosemary Murphy; 4 daughters Cindy Knee her husband Kent, Debbie Goin her husband Jeff, Brenda Loveless her husband Billy, and Lori Chamberlin her husband Jim; grandchildren Michael Burnett, Dustin Burnett, Kolt Knee, Kylie Knee, Kelly Goin and his wife Samantha, Joshua Goin, Casey Loveless, Conner Chamberlin, and Cassidy Chamberlin; great grandson Sawyer Goin; sister Ethel Coleman; brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws Thomas and Hope Houston and Janice and Louis Watkins; several nieces and nephews; and many lifelong friends with whom many memories were made. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Clarence Murphy.
Funeral services have been scheduled for Saturday January 14, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at DeBaun Springhill Chapel, 85 E Springhill Drive. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park with military honors. Bruce Adamson will be officiating. Visitation will be on Friday January 13, 2012 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, a contribution can be made to the America Diabetes Association or the American Heart Association.
Walter Thomas Murphy ” Tom”
Thu, Jan 12, 2012
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January 12th, 2012 at 6:59 pm
Brenda,
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. I know you loved him very much and considered him your Best Friend. I always enjoyed hearing you talk about the times you had shared with your parents, especially the “Lake Adventures!” You are very blessed to have so many memories to treasure.
Sending you love and prayers for peace during your time of sorrow,
Millie
January 13th, 2012 at 11:22 am
ON BEHALF OF THE COMRADES AND SISTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE AND OUR DEPARTED COMRADE.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.SINCERELY VETERANS OF FORIEGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA STATE CHAPLAIN KEISTON R.HOLLOWAY
January 13th, 2012 at 1:37 pm
To Rosemary, our niece Debbie, and newphew Jeff, along with the entire family, we extend our deep sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. We do know that God will bring you comfort.
Love,
Aunt Barb & Uncle Jack Stewart
January 13th, 2012 at 5:59 pm
Dear Rosie and family,
Please know that you are in my prayers and deepest condolences. I’ll always remember Tom’s big smile and twinkle in his eyes. He was such a fun, sweet and special person. I’m was so glad I saw you and Tom at Applebee’s a couple months ago. Rosie, know that you and your family are in my heart and prayers sweet cousin. Hold on too all the wonderful memories. God bless you.
All my love, cousin Carolyn Thomas Beatty
January 13th, 2012 at 6:17 pm
Rosemary,
So sorry for your loss. A lot of memories to comfort you.
We will miss Tom very much.
January 13th, 2012 at 6:51 pm
Words cannot begin to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. We will always remember Tom and how much he loved his family. Our thoughts are with you and know that with time, you will be able to enjoy the numerous stories people will share with you. He was loved by many.
January 13th, 2012 at 9:29 pm
Rosemary and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. The weather here will not cooperate with us making the trip to Terre Haute and we are afraid Mom will fall on the ice. We hope you understand.
Rosemary, we will come to Terre Haute when we have better weather and go out for lunch.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
January 13th, 2012 at 11:03 pm
Rosemary, you and Tom were both so good to me right from the start. I was immediately welcomed into your family. Tom’s old truck was a godsend in ’84 when I was back home to help with my Dad. He holds a special place in my heart, and I will miss him. ……and his highballs.
You are all in my prayers.
Love, Chris
January 16th, 2012 at 10:12 am
I would like to say Thanks for all the kind words being there for our family. We were very lucky to have our Dad he was the best Dad we could of ever hoped for. We all have our memories we each had a special relationship with him and he loved us all the same…….he always told us that…….he loved my Mom more than anything and now we have my Mom to watch over she has said they were very blessed with friends and family. We could never say Thank you enough………..now we begin a new journey and our Dad will live in our hearts.
Brenda Murphy Loveless