Richard Foster Murphy's obituary , Passed away on November 19, 2025 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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Richard Foster Murphy

May 7, 1954 - November 19, 2025 (71 years old)

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Richard Foster Murphy's obituary , Passed away on November 19, 2025 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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May 7, 1954 - November 19, 2025 (71 years old)

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Richard Foster Murphy Obituary

We bid farewell to Richard Foster Murphy of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 19, 2025 at the age of 71. Richard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lewis Prescott Murphy and Mae Adele Gleason Murphy; his brothers, Joseph Prescott Murphy and Michael G. Murphy; and his nephew Hansen Franklin.

He is survived by: his children, Katelyn Murphy Hodges (Scott) and William Foster Murphy (Meagan); his grandchildren, Jackson, Mia, Hudson, Brooks Hodges and Logan Elizabeth Murphy; his brother Benjamin R. Franklin (Allen); his sister-in-law Harriet Murphy; and his nephews, Eric, Christopher, Patrick Murphy and Rogers Franklin.

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Nov 25

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St. Aloysius Catholic Church
2025 Stuart Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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Nov 25

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St. Aloysius Catholic Church
2025 Stuart Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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