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Robert Murphy Obituary

Robert J. Murphy, Jr., age 77. Beloved husband of Mary Louise (nee Novak) (deceased). Loving father of Susan (deceased) and Robert (Josephine). Dear grandfather of Benjamin and Jason. Son of Robert J. Sr. and Mary Alice (nee Gorman) Murphy (both deceased). Brother of Patrick (Elaine), Raymond (Betty), Thomas (Sue), James (Kim), Sr. Mary Ann, Madeleine D'Alessandro (deceased), Daniel (Lori, deceased), John, and Elizabeth. Brother-in-law of Richard (Denise) Novak. Uncle and friend of many. Robert was a US Army Veteran. Funeral Mass Friday, March 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Ss. Robert & William Parish, 367 E 260th St, Euclid. The family will receive friends at the JAKUBS & SON FUNERAL HOME, 936 East 185 St. Thursday from 3:00-7:00 PM. Interment All Souls Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve or the Alzheimer's Association.

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Published by Cleveland.com from Mar. 25 to Mar. 26, 2025.

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Andy Trux

April 2, 2025

Bob and I were classmates at St Ignatius. Remember him as being a great guy who was enjoyable to be around. So sorry that he won't make it to our 60th reunion. Looked forward to seeing him again. Best wishes to his family.

Diane Klish

March 29, 2025

Sorry to hear about His passing. He and Mary Louise and Susan are now together. Condolences to his son, Robert.

Bob Brubaker (West Salem,Oh)

March 26, 2025

Worked with Bob for several years at Xerox a long long time ago before moving on.My pleasure to remember his smile and his work ethic,always positive.Condolences to the family.

Edi and Vlasta Rodela

March 25, 2025

Our deepest condolences to the Murphy family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Pruitt Family

March 25, 2025

Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Please know that others share in your loss.

veteran

March 25, 2025

Thank you for your very brave service to our country ! God bless you

Terri Corrigan

March 25, 2025

I had the pleasure to know Bob. Always smiled his laughter was contagious. My deepest condolences to the Murphy Family. Prayers ,Blessings.

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Memorial Events
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Mar

27

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Jakubs & Son Funeral Home

936 E. 185th Street, Cleveland, OH 44119

Mar

28

Service

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Ss Robert andWilliam Parish

367 East 260th St, Euclid, OH 44132

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Jakubs & Son Funeral Home

936 East 185th Street, Cleveland, OH 44119

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