Rita Murphy

Rita Dorothy Murphy, a kind and loving individual, peacefully passed away November 1, 2024

in her home in Waldorf, Maryland. Rita was born on June 11, 1941 in Brooklyn, New York to

devoted parents Mabel and Albert Noebels. Alongside her two sisters, Genie Murphy and

Kathleen Parker, her sons Kyle Parker and Justin Parker, she lived a wonderful life of 83 years.

Rita’s and her late husband, John Alden Murphy’s memory is continued by their three loving

children: Michael Murphy, Brian Murphy, and Allison Murphy-Wyant and granddaughters:

Brittany Murphy, Bridgette Murphy, Autumn Murphy, Alyssa Murphy, and Jena Murphy.

Rita attended St. Joseph’s College in Emmitsburg, Maryland and became a registered nurse. She

served the community as a healthcare worker for 45 years. Rita’s unconditional love, empathy,

strength of spirit, and gentleness was a shining light in all activities she had contributed to,

including volunteering at St. Mary’s Bryantown School and Church. Through her devotion and

continuous faith in Jesus Christ, Rita Murphy's endless love for all will forever be remembered

in our hearts.

Rita was an avid lover of animals, reading, and gardening. Through all things, she reminds us to

continue to be lovers of one another, show kindness, and compassion to all living things, no

matter how big or small.

Rita Murphy will be missed dearly by all those who had the privilege of meeting her. Her

beautiful character will be remembered, for we will all meet again.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to any Parkison’s foundation.

Matthew 11: 28-30

“Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take

my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find

rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.”