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MURPHY, JAMES BERNARD “BERNIE” - Surrounded by his family, the death of Bernie Murphy, husband of the late Frances (Wilt) Murphy, Occurred at Bobby’s Hospice House on Tuesday, February 7th, 2012 after a brief illness. He was born on August 11, 1922 in Chatham to the late Daniel and Mary (Lavgine) Murphy. Bernie served in the Canadian Army during World War II. He served overseas being a veteran of Normandy and Juno Beach; he retired as a Sergeant Major. Bernie was a long time member of St. Luke’s Church on Main Street. He was very involved with the church, singing in the choir and teaching Sunday School for many years. Bernie was also a Boy Scout Leader and loved by all who knew him. He is survived by his son, Kenneth “Ken” Murphy (Tanya) of Saint John; daughter, Elizabeth “Beth” Bailey (Robert) of Brown’s Flat; grandchildren: Nicholas, Morgan, Tara, Katelin and Joshua and several nieces and nephews. Besides his wife of 60 years, Frances and his parents, Bernie was predeceased by his son, Jamie; brothers, Jack, Bobby, Herman and Dan and his sister Mary. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.
Resting at Brenan's Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424) with visiting on Friday, February 10th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. The Funeral Service will be held from St. Luke’s Church, 369 Main Street on Saturday, February 11th, 2012 at 1:00 PM. Interment will take place in Cedar Hill Extension Cemetery. For those who wish, remembrances to Bobby’s Hospice House would be appreciated by the family. A heartfelt thank you to the doctors and staff of Bobby’s Hospice for their kindness and compassion during this difficult time. Online condolences and remembrances may be placed at www.BrenansFH.com.

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  Elizabeth Graves on February 12th, 2012

  “So sorry for your loss, my regrets I missed the services as I only found out today. I will forever remember your dad from Foulis Court, he was always full of fun and laughter. We were blessed to know him, thoughts and prayers are with you all .. ”

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• Fundy Soccer Board of Directors on February 10th, 2012

  “Ken, so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”

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  Deb Perry (Blizzard) on February 9th, 2012

  “"The Angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God." E. Freeman
  
  Beth & Rob, I am so very sorry for the loss of your Dad...he was such a happy, funny man...who loved his girl!
  Be Strong! xox”

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