Timothy Michael Murphy
Timothy Michael Murphy, 57, Shawnee, Kansas, passed away peacefully January 6, 2012, in the comfort of his home and presence of his loving wife Phyllis.
Tim was born October 6, 1954, in Ft. Benning, Georgia, son of Col. (Ret) James K. and Ellen S. Murphy. He graduated from Immaculata High School in Leavenworth, Kansas, in 1972 and Pittsburg State University in 1978. He completed a Master’s degree at Pittsburg State University in 1982. He spent nearly his entire working career as a Parks and Recreation professional, the last 15 years with Merriam Parks and Recreation.
Tim was a dedicated husband and father to his son Ian (11). He was active in city league sports, scouting and family life.
In addition to his wife and son, Tim is survived by his father, James K. Murphy, Lawrence; uncle, Rev. Harold B. Murphy, Chicago, Illinois; brothers, Jim Murphy, Topeka, Kansas, Ken Murphy, Alexandria, Virginia, and Sean Murphy, Leavenworth, Kansas; sisters: Sheila Murphy, Lawrence, Kansas and Katie Holmes, Lansing, Kansas; and 24 nieces and nephews.
Visitation and Funeral Service
Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 10, 2012, at the Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 11, 2012, at Kaw Prairie Community Church, 9421 Meadow View, Lenexa, Kansas (K-7 and Prairie Star Parkway) 66227. Lunch will be served following the service.
Memorial Contributions
Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made in Tim’s memory to:
3 & 2 Baseball Club of Johnson County’s Scholarship Fund
P. O. Box 14011
Lenexa, Kansas 66285
or
Kaw Prairie Community Church.
9421 Meadow View
Lenexa, Kansas 66227
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Dear Phyllis:
It filled us with extreme sorrow to hear of the passing away of Tim yesterday. We know how attached you were to each other and everything must seem very bleak and desolate now.
Tim was not only a nice neighbor but also a good friend to us, and we cannot yet bring ourselves to realize that we will see him no more. Please accept our deep sympathy that is all we can offer.
We sincerely hope that these few words of consolation will help lighten the burden of your grief under this severe bereavement.
Truly,
Maria, Wally
This message is for Phyllis, Ian and the greater Murphy family,
Tim was such a great inspiration. Our first experience with Tim was through T-Ball – he was so patient and dedicated to those boys, he made it such a pleasant experience. From there, he persuaded our boys to come try scouting. As our den leader, he was again, kind, patient and dedicated. Tim modeled wonderful qualities through his leadership with our scouts, never giving up on any of them, patiently helping each boy find his path. Inspiring the boys to believe in themselves and to understand the values in scouting.
I write these words with a very heavy heart. Through his selfless dedication, he influenced so many of us through his work as a community volunteer and became a good friend that we will miss deeply.
We share in your sorrow and offer our deepest condolences on the loss of Tim’s presence. Tim did not hide his love for Phyllis and Ian, instead, taking every opportunity to embrace his life.
With fond memories and deep sympathy,
Amy and Jim Yankovich
To the Murphy Family
My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. I want you to know how much we respected Tim and all the work he did for the Parks and Recreation Department for the City. He has been missed and will continue to be missed. Thank you for sharing him with us for all these years and please know how much we appreciated all he did.
To the Murphy Family:
I was deeply sadden to hear of Tim’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Tim on several transportation projects and he was alway professional and easy to work with, not to mention – fun-loving. I enjoyed our conversations on family and children – not to mention our common ties to NE Kansas and catholic school rivals….
My quote for you, “Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.” Eskimo Proverb
Know that you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers.
Alice M. Amrein
Phylis, I’m sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. Please accept my deepest condolences.
To the Murphy Family,
I’m greatly saddened to hear of your loss. I worked at the Merriam Aquatic Center for over ten years and it was always a pleasure to chat with Tim. Although he will be sorely missed, I feel fortunate, as I’m sure we all do, to have known such a warm and loving person. My thoughts are with you.
–Victoria Downey
Phyllis I am so sorry for your loss. I had no idea that Tim was ill. I will do my best to be there Wednesday. Please let me know what I can do for you.
You and Ian are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jackie and family
Phyllis, I was so shocked to hear of Tim’s passing. Hugs around you and Ian. Love you bunches and I’ll be praying for your sorrow to ease and wonderful memories to envelope you.
Phyllis and Ian:
Tim was a wonderful and caring husband, father and friend. Our prayers are with you. We will all miss his caring and giving personality and his smiling face will be in our memory forever. We know that Tim is looking down from above and watching us all until we meet again.
Phyllis,
Such good times with you and Tim. I am very fortunate to have had those moments playing softball with Tim and just hanging with you guys at Brian and Katies. Tim was good people and I am very saddened that he is gone. You and Ian are in my thoughts.
Love you guys……………..
Dear Phyllis,
We were very saddened to hear the news of Tim’s passing.
Our family will always remember Tim as such a kind and warm person. Anyone who knew Tim, could easliy see his passion for his family & for life. He will remain an inspiration.
Please know that you, Ian, and the Murphy family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Terence Arredondo & Family
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of Tim Murphy. I go to school at Leavenworth High, I have had Sean Murphy as my teacher, and am now his teacher helper. I lost my father twelve months ago, my heart goes out to Ian because I know how difficult this is for him. My families thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Phyllis & family,
I’m so sorry to read in the Times tonite that Tim has passed away. I remember wonderful times visiting, playing cards, boating and cooking with you and him. Remember your body cast and that wonderful apartment across from the old high school. What great times we had. Tim was an outstanding person. He was dedicated to parks and recreation and even though we lost touch over the years, I will always remember his smiling disposition and his excitement when he told me about Ian. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Remember the many happy memories you have and the many lives Tim touched through the years.
Rod Barnes & Deb Barnes
Dear Phyllis and Ian,
So sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. I am happy that we got to know him. He was someone you met and did not forget.
We are sending heartfelt sympathy to you all from New York.
You, Ian and the Murphy family are in our thoughts and prayers.
I am shocked and saddened to learn of Tim’s passing. For several years I participated in the Merriam Parks & Rec. fantasy football league. In those days, Murph was the commissioner (brother Sean also played). Obviously I did not know him well, but I don’t believe I ever saw him without a smile on his face. We had a lot of fun joking about his beloved Raiders. He was always such a great guy to talk to.
May God wrap you and your family with love and the peace that passes all understanding. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless.
Jim,
Be assured of my prayers for you, Tim’s family, and all the family.
My love,
Susan Rieke
Phyllis, we were very much saddened to hear of Tim’s passing. We just read about the funeral today, and had no idea that he was ill. Tim was a great guy and an equally great athlete. (I hated playing softball against him because he was so fast.) I was honored to sing at your wedding, but what impressed me most was Tim singing to you. I have talked about that loving act to several people over the years. I’m glad you two found each other. We pray that you and Ian will be held closely in God’s hand during this time of mourning. Peace, The Sacks
Phyllis and Ian,
2 Corinthians 1: 2-4 “Grace be to you and peace from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.”
May the Lord himself comfort you in this time of sorrow. I lost my father one week after I turned 12 and know there will be many trials ahead. May you look earnestly to the heavenly Father who will not leave you nor forsake you. Psalm 50:15 “And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.” At 12, I didn’t know this, but I am sharing it with you because when no one else satisfies your deepest longing, God is there and can. May His loving arms surround you both.
Prayerfully, ken
classmate of Tim’s from Imac
Hi Jim, So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. I remember your son from his days with the city. I remember a really nice guy.
Bob
To all the Murphy Family,
I met Tim many decades ago as one of Sheila’s friends. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Ken and Murphy family,
I was saddened to hear of Tim’s passing. While I hadn’t seen him in many years, I kept up through Ken. My thoughts and prayers are with you Ken, your siblings, dad, Phyllis, and especially Ian. Much love.
Tim was honored for his work with the arts at Merriam Parks and Recreation with the naming of their art gallery after him during a ceremony on Februrary 25, 2012. The Tim Murphy Art Gallery at the Irene B French Community Center.
Tim’s ashes are now interred at Shawnee Mission Memory Garden. 23215 W. 75th Street Shawnee Mission Johnson County Kansas in an area called the Old Rugged Cross Niche Bank.
K7 and 75th Street on the west side of the road.
We hope both of these memorials bring peace to Tim’s family members and friends.
It was a honor to meet so many people and hear about how Tim touched their lives through his work, his friendships and his church and community involvement. We all miss his presence in our lives.