George F. Murphy

George Francis Murphy age 89 of Deptford, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 14, 2013. Born and raised in Philadelphia, he was the son of Rita (nee Armbruster) Murphy and James E. Murphy. While stationed in Florida during World War II George met the love of his life Joyce. They were happily married for almost 70 years. He served with the Army Air Corps achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. His plane was shot down over France and he was captured by the enemy. He was a POW for about 12 months and eventually escaped to the front lines. After service to his country he became a professional boxer for a year with an impressive record of 35 wins and 2 loses. He decided to close out his career and pursue an academic path because of his passion for learning. George attended school at the University of Pennsylvania and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree. George worked many years at Concrete Steel in Philadelphia as their District Sales manager. In 1972 he opened his own business RESteel Supply Company. He guided it to great success and was able to retire and move to Florida. He was involved in the community during the 1960s and 70s. He coached Deptford midget football and was a little league baseball manager. He founded the Deptford Taxpayers Association and was instrumental in getting municipal water and sewer for the township residents. George was a gracious and generous man who taught his family to love unconditionally. With his wife Joyce by his side he was able to accomplish many things, but mostly to create a loving family who will miss him. George is survived by his daughters Pamela (Robert) McLaughlin, Joyce (Stan) Boody, Patricia (David) Watson and a sister Marie McLaughlin, predeceased by his wife Joyce (nee Knowles), sons Timothy and James. He was the proud grandfather of 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation Wednesday 11am - 12pm at Holy Angels Parish at St. Patrick's RC Church, 64 Cooper Street, Woodbury, NJ 08096. A Mass of Christian Burial 12pm at the church. Interment New St. Mary's Cemetery, Bellmawr. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

George F. Murphy

March 26, 1924 - December 14, 2013