Pauline Frances Murphy Obituary
We bid farewell to Pauline Frances Murphy of Washington, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 16, 2026 at the age of 95. Pauline touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank M. Kaalberg and Frances Kaalberg (Van Aken); her children, Rick and Lori; her grandson Shane Murphy; her daughters-in-law, Beth Murphy and Carol Murphy; and her siblings, Ambrose, Frank Kaalberg (Betty) and Ceil Kaalberg.
She is survived by: her children, Dave Murphy (Susie) of Washington, Steve Murphy of Ft. Myers, FL, Linda Murphy (Zene Kempf), Ang TeBockhorst (Jerry) of Washington, Ron Murphy (Carlene) of Kalona, Jerry Murphy (Brenda) of Washington, Glori Fowler (Ted) of Palm Springs, CA, Jeff Murphy (Kristi) of Washington and Robert Murphy (Angie) of Wellman; and her siblings, Kenneth Kaalberg (Gloria) of Tampa and Loretta Peterson of Iowa City. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren.
A memorial fund has been established for Holy Trinity Catholic Church, or memorial masses may be given in Pauline's memory.
