Dr. Michael James Murphy's obituary , Passed away on January 16, 2025 in Lansing, Michigan

Dr. Michael James Murphy

September 11, 1937 - January 16, 2025 (87 years old)

Lansing, Michigan

Dr. Michael James Murphy's obituary , Passed away on January 16, 2025 in Lansing, Michigan

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Dr. Michael James Murphy

September 11, 1937 - January 16, 2025 (87 years old)

Lansing, Michigan

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Michael James Murphy Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Michael James Murphy of Lansing, Michigan, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 16, 2025 at the age of 87. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Thomas and Mary Lucille Murphy (Winters); his siblings, Judge Charles Murphy, Dr. Joseph Murphy, Thomas Murphy and Mardy O'Hagan; his niece Dr. Anne Janca; and his nephew Dan Murphy.

He is survived by: his wife Helen Rae Murphy; his children, Elizabeth Letzer-Tycocki (David), Dr. John Murphy, Matthew Murphy (Amber), Timothy Murphy (Samara), Dr. Kevin Murphy (Sarah) and Meghan Sharpe (Michael); and his grandchildren, Benjamin, Hannah Letzer, Katelyn Kluemper, Erin Murphy, Addison Murphy, Emma, Samuel Murphy, Bryn, Leah, Anna, Miles Jack Murphy, Ryan, Paige Sharpe and Michael Sharpe III. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews.

The family suggests memorial contributions to St. Gerard Catholic Church, St. Vincent DePaul, or St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pray Funeral Home, Inc.



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January 21, 2025

You are in our thoughts and prayers. St. Gerard School and Parish Staff lit a candle


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January 21, 2025

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“Helen and Family, With Deepest Sympathy Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted. -Matthew 5:4-6KJV”


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January 23, 2025

Richard Maurer wrote a sympathy message

“I am sorry to hear about Mike’s death. Your family has my deepest sympathy! I spent a number of years with Mike at Sacred Heart Seminary. We would see each other at reunions. He was a very kind and easy person to like and get along with; even though he struck me out in a fast pitch softball game! May he rest in peace 🙏”


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Thu

Jan 23

Visitation

St. Gerard Catholic Church
4437 W Willow Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917

Thu

Jan 23

Visitation

St. Gerard Catholic Church
4437 W Willow Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917

Thu

Jan 23

Rosary

St. Gerard Catholic Church
4437 W Willow Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917

Fri

Jan 24

Funeral Mass

St. Gerard Catholic Church
4437 W Willow Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917

Fri

Jan 24

Burial

Evergreen Cemetery
2600 E Mt Hope Ave, Lansing, MI 48910

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