Robert 'Bob' J. Murphy

Robert J. "Bob" Murphy Sr., age 68, passed away peacefully after an extended illness on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena, surrounded by his family.
On November 1, 1948, Robert was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late James and Norma (Spicer) Murphy. He married Diane Kinsel on May 6, 1972, at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Robert served in the U.S. Army, with the 101 Airborne, during the Viet Nam War. Bob was a Truck Driver for several years, and a man of many talents. He was a proud member of the Agent Orange Riders, the American Legion, and St. Bernard Catholic Church. Bob enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and had a passion for classic cars.
Bob is survived by his loving wife Diane of 45 years, their son Thomas (Samantha) Murphy of Alpena, MI; granddaughter Lilith, sister Carolyn (Norman) Brown of Ossineke, MI; several nieces, nephews, and his children from the heart: Nicole McMurdy, James Riddle, and many others.
He was preceded in death by a son Robert Murphy Jr., and his sister Mary K. (Gary) Ewing.
Family and friends will gather for Memorial Visitation at Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home on Friday, July 7, 2017, from 11 a.m. until the 1 p.m. Memorial Service begins with Fr. James Fitzpatrick officiating at Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home. Followed by Full Military Honors accorded by the V.F.W. Post 2496.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Agent Orange Riders or the Viet Nam Veterans.

Friday - July 7, 2017 Memorial Visitation 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Memorial Service 1:00PM Full Military Honors Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home

Friday, July 7, 2017 1:00 PM

KARPUS HUNTER FUNERAL HOME 516 W CHISHOLM ST Alpena, Michigan 49707

Friday - July 7, 2017 Memorial Visitation 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Memorial Service 1:00PM Full Military Honors Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home