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Gerald Wayne Murphy

10 November, 1952 – 25 July, 2024
IN THE CARE OF

Blount & Curry Funeral Home at Garden of Memories

Gerald Wayne Murphy, 71, of Tampa, FL passed away on July 25, 2024.

Gerald was born in Kenosha, Wisconsin on November 10, 1952 to Frank and Helen Murphy. He attended Hillsborough High School.

Gerald married Carolyn, and together they had one child, Michelle. He worked in the construction business and enjoyed fishing, bowling, his truck and his 3 grandbabies. Gerald is survived by his wife, Carolyn, and a daughter Michelle Rutsis (Nick); three granddaughters: Breelynn, Raelynn & Kinsley Rutsis; two surviving brothers, Edward Murphy (Marie) and James Murphy (Tammy); sister-in-law Jeannie Murphy and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and his youngest brother Kenneth Murphy.

Private services were held at Garden of Memories with Jim Edwards officiating.

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