Open Full Navigation
Bom-Wrapper
We're sorry but the candle you have selected is currenty in the process of being purchased or has just recently been purchased.
Please feel free to select another candle or check back in 15 minutes to see if the candle you have selected has been released for purchase.
Thank you.
Okay
We're sorry but there are no candles available for lighting.
Thank you.
Ok
You have already begun a candle purchase session. If you would like to continue with your current candle choice please click "Continue" otherwise please click "Select Another".
Thank you.
Select another
Continue
In Memory of
James Edward
Murphy
Murphy
1952 - 2015
Click above to light a memorial candle.
Obituary for James Edward Murphy
James E. Murphy, 63, passed away May 26, 2015 in Bangor. He was born in Bangor, January 19, 1952, son of Edward and Frances (Chambers) Murphy.
Jim was proud to be a US Army vet, having served his country in Vietnam. He worked for the University of Maine for 25 years before retiring. Jim was a Little League volunteer, and also enjoyed football and hunting. He loved spending time with his family. He will be missed greatly.
Jim was predeceased by his father, Edward Murphy, and his mother, Frances (Chambers) Murphy. He is survived by his beloved wife, Janis (Simpson) Murphy; daughter, Heather Lincoln and her husband, Fred; son, Jamie Murphy of Maine; grandchildren, who were his pride and joy, Emma, Kailey, Alivia, Tyrion and Daemon; his siblings, Pat Vincent of Bangor, Rose Thurston of Newport, Joe Murphy of Glenburn, Bonnie Painter of Elliot, Danny Murphy of Worcester, NH, and Skip Painter of Elliot; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Jim’s life will be held 2 – 4 p.m. Sunday, May 31, 2015 at the family home, 1067 Pushaw Road, Glenburn. Interment will be private for the family at Maine Veterans Cemetery, Augusta. Those who wish to remember Jim in a special way may make gifts in his memory to Janis Murphy, 1067 Pushaw Road, Glenburn, ME 04401. Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.BrookingsSmith.com.
Jim was proud to be a US Army vet, having served his country in Vietnam. He worked for the University of Maine for 25 years before retiring. Jim was a Little League volunteer, and also enjoyed football and hunting. He loved spending time with his family. He will be missed greatly.
Jim was predeceased by his father, Edward Murphy, and his mother, Frances (Chambers) Murphy. He is survived by his beloved wife, Janis (Simpson) Murphy; daughter, Heather Lincoln and her husband, Fred; son, Jamie Murphy of Maine; grandchildren, who were his pride and joy, Emma, Kailey, Alivia, Tyrion and Daemon; his siblings, Pat Vincent of Bangor, Rose Thurston of Newport, Joe Murphy of Glenburn, Bonnie Painter of Elliot, Danny Murphy of Worcester, NH, and Skip Painter of Elliot; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Jim’s life will be held 2 – 4 p.m. Sunday, May 31, 2015 at the family home, 1067 Pushaw Road, Glenburn. Interment will be private for the family at Maine Veterans Cemetery, Augusta. Those who wish to remember Jim in a special way may make gifts in his memory to Janis Murphy, 1067 Pushaw Road, Glenburn, ME 04401. Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.BrookingsSmith.com.
Order Flowers
Recently Shared Condolences
-
Pat & Rose (the rest of... (read more)
-
Interesting choice to include... (read more)
Recently Lit Memorial Candles
-
We are honored to prov ...(read more)
Recently Shared Stories
Recently Shared Photos
Connect with Us
