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John Roger Murphy
1953 2019

John Roger Murphy

February 17, 1953 — October 20, 2019

John Roger Murphy, 66, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2019.

He was born on February 17, 1953 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late George and Goldie (Rike) Murphy. He is also preceded in death by his son Jeffrey Murphy, brothers Charles Murphy, George Murphy, Robert Hardin and Richard Humphreys.

John is survived by his loving companion of 35 years, Phyllis Bird, children; Dawn Smith (Danny), Michael Murphy, Donnie Bird, Scott Murphy and Victoria Murphy. He is also survived by seventeen grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and brother, Bill Murphy (Sam Hendrick).

Visitation will be from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Friday, October 25, 2019 at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions (235 Juneau Drive Louisville, KY 40243).

His funeral service will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at the funeral home with burial to follow at Resthaven Cemetery.

The family requests that contributions in John's memory be made to Hosparus of Louisville.

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Visitation

Friday, October 25, 2019

2:00 - 8:00 pm (Eastern time)

Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions

235 Juneau Drive, Louisville, KY 40243

Service

Saturday, October 26, 2019

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions

235 Juneau Drive, Louisville, KY 40243

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