Edwin R. Murphy
1946-2018
It is with great sadness but with loving memories that we announce
the passing of Edwin R Murphy at age 71, of Lakeland, FL. and St
Stephen, New Brunswick, Canada. After a long courageous battle with
cancer, he died peacefully at his winter home in Lakeland FL. on March
28, 2018 with his loving wife and daughter by his side.
Eddie was born in New Milford CT, on June 30, 1946. He was the son of
Norman and Mary Murphy. He attended Concord College in West Virginia,
and graduated from University of Tennessee achieving his B.Ed &
later received a Masters in Education. He taught fourth Grade for 4
years in Brass Elementary, and second grade for 27 years in Hill and
Plain Elementary School, New Milford CT. He taught in Middle and
Elementary school in Calais, ME for fifteen years.
Eddie excelled at Track & Field throughout High School and
university. He was an avid reader, especially enjoying mysteries; and
nature, with a special interest in the lives of wolves. But most of
all he loved his work with young children, spending over 50 years in
the Education field specializing in Middle & Elementary school
levels.
He is survived by his wife, Sharyn( Bubar) Murphy; Mother Mary (
MCWade) Wicklund ( Buford); daughter Jessica (Murphy) Jouclard;
Step-daughters, Kristina (Parks) Perrier ( Yves); Katelyn (Parks)
Penny ( Jeff); Grandchildren, Nolan and Charlotte Perrier; Leo and Max
Penny; sister Donna Jackson & ( like a brother Elden) Uncle, Rev
Robert McWade; brothers in laws, Donald Bubar ( Marilyn); Norman Bubar
( Debbie); Allan Bubar ( Joanne); several nieces & nephews;
special cousins Thomas Murphy and Calvin McWaid; long time friends
,Glen Smith; Steve Gill and John McCabe.
We are truly fortunate with the memories he leaves behind. His endless
work ethic, kindness toward others, humble heart and unconditional
and enduring love will be ingrained in us forever.
Special Thanks The Good Shepherd Hospice, Lakeland Florida and to
Lynn Roberts for her friendship and support.
A Celebration of Life will be held in St Stephen, New Brunswick,
Canada on Saturday, June 16th, 2018 at Humphreys Funeral Home, 20
Marks Street, St. Stephen, NB E3L 2B2 (506 … 466 … 3110)
from 4:00 pm … 6:00 pm. Special tributes by family &
friends, will begin at 4:00 pm; followed by a reception for
celebration and fellowship.
The Interment will be held in the village of Coldstream, New
Brunswick, Canada, at a later date.
In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer
Society, Children’s Miracle Network, or a charity of your choice
would be appreciated by the family. On line condolences to the family
or donations can be made at www.humphreysfh.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Edwin R Murphy 19462018.source
Death notice for the town of: St-Stephen, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick