John F. Murphy “Jack”, 81, passed away on July 27, 2011. John was of St. Augustine Florida and Norwalk, Connecticut. He was born September 29, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois. Beloved father of Cathleen Murphy, Christine Murphy and John F. (Jana Colacino) Murphy III; loving grandfather of Elena and Evelyn Murphy; dear Brother of Joan Rossetti; many cousins, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his wife Elaine A. Murphy in December 2010; and sister, Victoria. Visitation Friday 5-8 pm at Marsh Funeral Home of Gurnee 305 Cemetery Rd. Gurnee Il. Mass 10 Saturday July 30, 2011 at St. Paul the Apostle Church 6401 Gages Lake Rd. Gurnee, Burial private.
In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimer's Association National Office 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 would be appreciated.