Barbara Murphy's obituary , Passed away on April 2, 2026 in Westerly, Rhode Island

Barbara Murphy

April 2, 2026

Westerly, Rhode Island

Barbara Murphy's obituary , Passed away on April 2, 2026 in Westerly, Rhode Island

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gaffney - Dolan Funeral Home

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Barbara Murphy Obituary

The passing of Barbara Murphy (Westerly, Rhode Island) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 2, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Barbara is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Barbara's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She was predeceased by: her parents, William Barrus and Gertrude Barrus (Gallagher). She is survived by: her husband John R. Murphy; her children, Ryan E. Murphy (Diana) of Wisconsin, Susan Harney (Jeremy) of Rhode Island and Andrew A. Murphy (Deidra) of Connecticut; and her siblings, William Barrus of Charlestown, RI and Linda Hudon of Lake Placid, FL.. She is also survived by grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gaffney - Dolan Funeral Home



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