L C Murphy Obituary in Franklin at Waters Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For L C Murphy

L. C. was born in Hardeman County in the smallrailroad town of Grand Junction, TN. He would be the eldest child to be born to parents D.C. Murphy and Ruth Murphy, both from Grand Junction, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Tammy Murphy.

He leaves to cherish his memories a very devoted family. His wife of 50 years, Shirley Murphy, his children- Fernando Murphy (Candace) and Sherril Carter. Grandchildren- Keeton Murphy, Marsheila Carter, Miles Carter, Glenn (T.J.) Carter, Jr., Brittany Young and a host of great grandkids. He also leaves to cherish his memory his sisters, Barbara Foster, Mary Alexander, Ruby Murphy, Dorothy Hickman and his brother, Robert Lawrence Murphy. In-Laws- Gale Haynes,Faye, Lynn and Nathaniel Proby and Faye, Melanie and Charles Coffee, and a host of loving and devoted nieces, nephews and cousins that will miss him dearly.

Mr. Murphy will lie in state on, Friday, May 20, 2022 from 12 until 5 at the funeral home.

Visitation with family, Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 11 until 12 at Lynn Creek Tabernacle Church, 117 Fairground Street, Franklin, TN with funeral to follow. Pastor, Dr. Jaques Boyd, officiating and Pastor, Quentin Bush, eulogist.

Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Franklin, Tennessee.

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My sincere condolences to you Shirley and the entire Murphy family. I tried posting this earlier but had problems. Even though I have spoken to you ( cousin) I still wanted to register my condolences. Arzella (Leach) Hockless Los Angeles, CA

Condolences to all the family

May God give you strength and comfort in this time of sorrow. 🌹🌹🌹 Shirley you are in my prayers. Arzella (Leach) Hockless

Praying for your strength in this time of sorrow. My deepest condolences to the family. Shirley you are in my prayers 🌹🌹🌹

Praying for you and your Family in the loss of your love one.
Dwight and Peggy Johnson-Coffee

Sending our prayers and condolences too Mr. and Mrs. Fernando Murphy and family. Please know that we love you guys and you are in my thoughts continuously. Also, remember, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. We too will one day see Mr. LC again in our spiritual home. Stay strong and be blessed.
Deirdre (Deedy) Young and Family New Orleans, LA

Lifting the family up in prayer 🙏 My Condolences to the entire family R.I.P. Cuz From Cricket

Sending our heartfelt condolences to the Sister Shirley Murphy, and the entire Murphy/Leach families. We pray that you will find peace and comfort in the word of God. Psalm 23. Remember he has a cup for all of your tears. Sincerely, Elder Walter M. Amos Jr. & Mother Geraldine Amos

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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