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Ruth Jeanne (Stromberg) Murphy
1947 2026

Ruth Jeanne (Stromberg) Murphy

Jan 1, 1947 — Nov 14, 2026

New Albany, Indiana

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Ruth Jeanne (Stromberg) Murphy, 79, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2026. Born on January 1, 1947, in Louisville, Kentucky, to George and Edith (Thompson) Stromberg, Ruth led a life full of love and devotion. She retired from Manitowoc and cherished her time spent camping, fishing, and pontoon boating with her family. Ruth's selflessness was evident in her constant care for others, and she deeply loved and adored her grandchildren, actively participating in their lives.

Preceded in death by her husband, Gary Murphy, Sr., and her brother, George, Ruth leaves behind her sons, Gary Murphy, Jr. (Michelle) and Thomas Murphy (Jeanette); her grandchildren, Gary, Thomas, Benjamin, and Emily; as well as her brothers, Raymond Stromberg (Kelly) and Charles Stromberg (Ellen), and her sister-in-law, Nancy Stromberg.

A visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - New Albany, continuing on Wednesday morning after 9:00 a.m. The funeral service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, at the funeral home, followed by burial at Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park.

In memory of Ruth, contributions may be made to Jesus Cares at Exit 0.

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Tuesday, November 24, 2026

3:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time)

Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions

3309 Ballard Lane, New Albany, IN 47150

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Wednesday, November 25, 2026

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions

3309 Ballard Lane, New Albany, IN 47150

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