Tim Murphy

Tim J."Murph"Murphy
AGE: 52

RESIDENCE: Pontiac, IL

DATE/ TIME/PLACE OF DEATH: March 10, 2008 9:00 AM at his residence

SERVICE: Thursday March 13, 2008 at 11:00 AM @ St. Mary's Catholic Church, Pontiac, IL

CLERGYMAN: Monsignor Thomas Mack

VISITATION: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 from 3 - 9 PM and rosary recited at 2:30 pm @ St. Mary's Catholic Church, Pontiac, IL

FUNERAL HOME: Duffy Funeral Home, Pontiac, IL

CEMETERY: St. Paul Catholic Cemetery, Odell, IL

BIRTH DATE / PLACE: February 13, 1956 in Pontiac, IL

FATHERS NAME: Vincent Murphy - deceased
MOTHERS MAIDEN NAME: Betty A. Ramsey of Pontiac, IL

MARRIAGE DATE AND PLACE: He married Betty I. Masching on September 14, 1997 in Pontiac, IL

She survives in Pontiac, IL

DAUGHTER(s): (3) Jami Murphy / Pontiac, IL
Tami Ores / Maryland Tara Ores / Pontiac, IL

BROTHER(s): (3) Pat Murphy / Pontiac, IL
Mike (Shelly) Murphy / Pontiac, IL
Kevin Murphy / Pontiac, IL

SISTER(s): (3) Colleen Murphy / Pontiac, IL
Kelly (Floyd) Robinson / Pontiac, IL

Shannon (Mike) Murphy / Pontiac, IL

NIECES and NEPHEWS:18 GREAT NIECES and NEPHEWS: 7

PRECEEDED BY: Father, 2 infant brothers Thomas and James Murphy, 1 sister Kathy Jackson
Chad Michael Ores

OCCUPATION: Fireman for Pontiac Fire Department, serving as a volunteer for 5 years, fulltime 20 years; Tim also was a carpenter

EDUCATION: Graduate of Pontiac High School, class of 1974

GROUPS OR CLUBS: Tim held the rank of Lieutenant, was a Shift Commander, Training Officer for 10 years, EMT-B, first Fire Fighter Officer II in the history of the Pontiac Fire Dept., Certified Diver of the Pontiac Fire Dive Team, Charter member and past president of Local 3239 International Association of Fire Fighters.

MEMORIAL / CHARITY: Pontiac Fire Dept. / St. Mary's Catholic Church Building Fund /
Caring Bridge Web Site/ S.I.D.S. / OSF Hospice

Tim was an avid NASCAR fan rooting for his one and only driver, Dale Jarrett. He enjoyed watching the races either at home or attending races at the track. He also was a Chicago Bears and Cubs fan, and shared that with family and friends. Tim was a traditionalist and love to share holidays with his family. Christmas and St. Patrick's Day were two of his favorite times of the year, each a special moment in his life.

Tim loved working with his hands, building and repairing projects for friends and family. One of the extraordinary things about Tim was his zest for life. He loved to laugh, share stories on his deck, and was proud of the work he accomplished. His strength and courage will forever be remembered by all who knew him.