MURPHY, JEAN - Jean Murphy of Bessborough Avenue, Moncton, passed away at her home on Thursday, June 24, 2004 at the age of 74. Born April 6, 1930 in Goshen, she was a daughter of the late Leo and Johanna (Hourihan) Purtill. A devoted homemaker, Jean was a selfless volunteer, and founded Birthright Moncton Chapter. She worked at Birthright as director and volunteer for 20 plus years, helping many area girls. An avid golfer, Jean was a member of Magnetic Hill, Lakeside, and Country Meadows, and held various offices in these clubs. A dedicated bridge player, she was a member of the Lions Senior Citizens Club and various clubs in Florida where Jean spent some several winters. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Richard (Dick) Murphy; children, Margaret Anne Crowell of Minto, Diane Marie of Moncton, and Thomas M. (Kelly) of St. John's; four grandchildren, Samuel, Jeremy, Kyle and Melissa; three sisters, Nellie Dyker (Hedley) of Rothesay, Francine O'Donell of Norton and Myrle Keirstead of Saint John. She was predeceased by a brother, Carson, and two sisters, Mary Sullivan and Evelyn Stevens. Resting at Cadman's Funeral Home, 114 Alma Street, Moncton, with visiting hours on Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9pm. Parish prayers will be held Sunday from the funeral home at 8:30pm. The funeral mass will be held from St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church, Dominion Street, Moncton on Monday, June 28, 2004 at 12 noon, with Father Allison Carroll officiating. The interment will be held at Elmwood Cemetery. For those who desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or to Birthright Moncton would be greatly appreciated. www.cadmansfh.com