After receiving his GED, Dennis was a contractor and worked in the construction industry for many years.
Dennis is preceded in death by his father, William S. Murphy. He is survived by his daughters, Amanda R. Murphy and Rebecca L. Murphy; his mother, Joyce Murphy; his sisters, Lynda G. Murphy, Donna C. Murphy, Dawn K. Murphy, and Diane K. Murphy; his brothers, William S. Murphy Jr., David B. Murphy, Donald R. Murphy, and Darrin R. Murphy.
A memorial service will be held on April 27 at 10:00 am at Eternal Valley Memorial Park Mortuary Chapel of the Hills.
Dennis will be deeply missed.