With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Rita Murphy in Bronxville, New York, born in New York, New York, who passed away on February 14, 2024 at the age of 87. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rita Murphy to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Mary Ellen and Martin Murphy; and her brothers, Harold and Martin Murphy. She is survived by : her sisters, Irene and Virginia (Bob); and her sisters-in-law, Barbara and Ann. She is also survived by 12 nieces and nephews, as well as many grand nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home

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February 21, 2024

Grace Sotomayor lit a candle

“In loving memory of Rita Murphy, Smart, opinionated, loyal, caring, strong, a “nurse’s nurse “ . With love and tender memories of a great lady . Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.”

February 19, 2024

Love Antoinette, Darrel, Austin and Jacob lit a candle

February 19, 2024

Love Antoinette, Darrel, Austin and Jacob sent flowers

“In loving memory of Rita Murphy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

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February 21, 2024

Grace Sotomayor wrote a sympathy message

“Worked with Rita in administration at Montefiore. I considered her one of my most influential mentors as did several new nurse leaders at the time. Even after I left Montefiore we continued to have phone chats at least annually when she would try to impart some piece of wisdom and her concerns about healthcare, and politics in NY and our country . She will be sorely missed and I wish comfort and peace to her family. No more worries friend ❤️💐”

February 16, 2024

Theresa Febles wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Rita Murphy, Sharing in your sorrow. With love and friendship.”

February 16, 2024

Ron and Ann Marie Vrabel wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of Rita Murphy, May God give you comfort in your time of grief. Rita will be remembered fondly for the scones she baked for Ron on those snow shoveling days..and her nursing chats with me … Rita was in administration when I began my career at Montefiore and we shared a common bond”