She is survived by her Husband Mitchell T. Murphy, stepdaughter Michelle Coyne and grandson, Avery Walton, her sister Nancy Sekadlo Mangum, niece, and nephews; Joshua Mangum, Joe Mangum, Kassi Zehr (Luke), John Mangum and her lifelong friend Beth Traynham. Penny is also survived by many friends and family members that she loved dearly.
She was preceded in death by her Father Roger Sekadlo, Mother Rosalyn Sekadlo and brother Steve Sekadlo.
Penny graduated from NC State University School of Design in 1976. She owned and operated Penny Engineering Design since July of 1984. During this time, she practiced Civil Engineering and designed numerous residential communities in Raleigh and the surrounding areas.
Penny was devoted to her family and friends who will miss her love, wisdom, and sense of humor.
A funeral service and burial was held on November 15, 2022 in the Mausoleum Chapel of Raleigh Memorial Park, Raleigh, NC.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Penny’s honor to SAFE Haven for Cats in Raleigh, by using the link below, under 'donations'.
