Obituary of James J. Murphy

"James J. Murphy passed away on October 14, 2020 at the age of 85. He was born to Gertrude and Frank Murphy on July 4, 1935, and grew up in Greenpoint, New York, the baby of the family. He married the love of his life, his Bride, as he always called her, the adored late Irene M. Murphy, on October 4, 1959. He followed his siblings lead and moved to Long Island to Mineola to start and raise his family in the suburbs and had a wonderful family life. He was the beloved husband of the late Irene M. Murphy (nee Trutt) and beloved son in law to the late George and Augusta Trutt. He was the much-loved father of Kathleen Zanoni (his "son" Jason) and Karen Murphy Talt; the loved and cherished PopPop of Julia and Victoria Zanoni, and Devin and Teresa Talt. He is the beloved brother of Frank (Rod) Murphy (Mary) and the late William Murphy (Molly) and the late Patricia Miller (Danny). He is survived by many, much loved nephews and nieces and cousins; he was so proud and fond of them all. James served in the United States Army, tactical operations, in the 1950's and 60's. Jimmy was a retired New York State Senior Lieutenant Court Officer and was proud to serve. Jimmy was quick witted, intelligent, artistic, fun-loving, and always generous with words of encouragement. Needless to say, he had many friends from all walks of life, whom he cared for greatly. To know him was to love him. He will be deeply missed and always loved." "In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, would be appreciated."