James "Don" Donald Murphy's obituary , Passed away on July 29, 2025 in Greensboro, North Carolina

James "Don" Donald Murphy

November 21, 1934 - July 29, 2025 (90 years old)

Greensboro, North Carolina

James "Don" Donald Murphy's obituary , Passed away on July 29, 2025 in Greensboro, North Carolina

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Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home

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James "Don" Donald Murphy

November 21, 1934 - July 29, 2025 (90 years old)

Greensboro, North Carolina

James Donald Murphy Obituary

The passing of James Donald Murphy (Greensboro, North Carolina) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 29, 2025 at the age of 90. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Donald Murphy or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As James departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved James. Though James may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Elijah Leonard Murphy and Dora Williams Murphy; and his sister Olga Murphy Ivey. He is survived by: his wife Margaret Beck Murphy; his daughter Kathryn Murphy Townsend; his son-in-law Vince Townsend; and his grandchildren, Ryan, Peyton and Benjamin Townsend.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home



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Guilford College United Methodist Church
1205 Fleming Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410

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