Edward James Murphy

Mr. Murphy was born in Queens, New York, to his parents, the late Edward and Lois (nee Hughes). He graduated from Valley Stream Central High School, and enlisted in the U. S. Navy. During his years of service, he was stationed on the USS Battleship New Jersey, served in Korea, and was discharged a decorated veteran. Sixty years after his discharge, Congressman Tim Bishop was instrumental in obtaining awards and medals that Ed had not previously received for his military service and sacrifice.

In his years of work, he was a Finance Manager in Loans for Direct Finance Corporation and Beneficial Finance Corporation, retiring after more than forty years.

Over the years, as a member of the Central Islip LIONS Club, he served at the local, state, national and international levels. He remained dedicated to the organization’s cause. He was a Melvin Jones recipient, and just recently, was honored with a Leadership Award – given by the LIONS Governors; but was too ill to attend the festivities.

Keeping fit and active, Ed picked up running at the age of 50. He was a part of numerous marathons, half marathons and 10K races across Long Island since running his first marathon in 1980.

Surviving is his beloved wife, Mary; his children – Deborah Murphy Orr and her husband, Stephen; Diane Murphy Calderwood and her husband, Scott; Donna Murphy Becker; Edward James Murphy and his wife, Dana; Deirdre Murphy McCarthy and her husband, Kevin; James Murphy and Maria; and Erin Murphy Anderson and her husband, Todd. He also leaves cherished stepchildren – Tom Daily and his wife, Debbie; Kevin Daily and his wife, Laura; Colleen Magee and her husband, Gary; and Theresa Joos and Randy; his loving brother and sister, James P. Murphy and Lois Patricia Burgner. He also leaves behind precious grandchildren Winnie, Camber, Zachary, Taylor, Chelsea, Colin, Daniel, Erin, Bonnie, Brittney, Shannon, Ryan, Kristen, Gary Jr., Kyle, Melissa and great-grandson, Caleb.

Family and friends will gather at the funeral home on Monday, June 18th, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be offered at the funeral home on Tuesday morning, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Calverton National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Central Islip Lions Charitable Fund, P.O. Box 215, Central Islip, NY 11722