It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of John Joseph Murphy in his 86th year on July 5th, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. John is predeceased by his loving wife Marie, parents Richard and Mary Murphy, sister Lydia Squires, brothers James and Edward Murphy, and grandson Derrick Owchar. Leaving with loving memories, his brother Stan (Dot) Murphy, sister Theresa (Francis- deceased) Joyce and sister-in-law Catherine Murphy. "Uncle John" will be sadly missed by a large number of beloved nieces and nephews, especially Maisie (Danny) Mootrey and Theresa (Fred) Russell, with whom he resided. Also leaving with treasured memories are his loving family in Alberta; step-daughter Jackie (Ed) Owchar, step-son Neil (Ellie) Christoffersen, six grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren, who he dearly loved. Also, leaving to mourn a large number of cousins, especially special cousin/friend Philip (Donna) Stack, and a circle of family and friends. He was affectionately known as 'Uncle John' to all who met him. Resting at Cauls Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Visitation on Thursday from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. and Friday from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass to take place on Saturday, July 9th at 11:00 a.m. from St. Joseph's Church, Petty Harbour with cremation to follow. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made in his memory to the Petty Harbour/Maddox Cove War Memorial Renovation Fund. Donations can be made by email money transfer to sstack@phmc.nf.net or mail to Town of Petty Harbour/Maddox Cove, 35 Main Road Petty Harbour, NL, A0A 3H0. The War Memorial was very special to John.

"Well Done Good and
Faithful Servant"