LAKE PLACID, Fla. — James Galen Murphy, 75, of Lake Placid, Fla., went to be with his Lord on Friday morning, June 3, 2011, at Florida Hospital, Lake Placid. He was born on April 21, 1936, in Randolph County, Ind., to parents, James Harry and Mary Elsie (Cline) Murphy.
Mr. Murphy served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps.
He was a retired agent with 28 years of service with the U.S. Treasury Department, where he worked many details including presidential security.
He moved to Lake Placid, Fla., in October 2010 from Michigan. Mr. Murphy was a member of the Moose Lodge and was of the Church of God faith.
Mr. Murphy enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was a great lover of music and played several instruments.
He is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Anita; children, James M. Murphy (Stefanie), Melissa Smith (Jeff), Leslie Skellenger, Kim Richmond, Kraig Richmond and Mike Quinlan; 16 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brothers, Gary Murphy (Sarah), Gene Murphy (Wilma) and Don Murphy (Benita); and sister, Kathleen Tipple (Dan).
Memorial services to celebrate James' life will be held in the early fall in Michigan.
Words of comfort to the family can be made by visiting www.scottfuneralservices.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to Scott Funeral Home, Lake Placid, FL; (863) 465-4134.
Obituaries
June 9, 2011
James Galen Murphy
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