Neil was born May 18, 1944 to Cornelius and Loretta (Fritz) Murphy in Stapleton, where he grew up. From 1970 to 1981 he served as a dignified member of NYPD. After retirement he owned and operated local Stapleton bar ‘McNeils’ from 1989 to 1992 and then ‘Bottomleys’ from 1992 to 2002. His businesses left such a legacy, most customers became friends and remained so to this day.
A man as humble and fun loving as him will always be remembered by those of us who knew and loved him. Although we will miss him, his smile and just hanging out with him, we take consolation in the good feelings of our memories.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Linda (Jensen) Murphy. Along with their 4 children and two son-in-laws, Stephen, Colleen and her husband Mike, Neil, Katie and her husband Jay. He also leaves behind 11 grandchildren, ranging in age from 1 to 28, 3 great grandchildren, lots of nieces and 2 nephews by his two surviving brothers Jack and Joe Murphy
Visiting Wednesday 7 to 9pm & Thursday 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 pm at the Harmon Funeral Home 571 Forest Avenue SI, NY. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 10 am Blessed Sacrament RC Church, Entombment Moravian Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers donations to Vietnam Vets PO Box 41062 Staten Island NY 10304 would be greatly appreciated by his family.
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