Obituary of Edward Paul Murphy

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Ed Murphy, loving husband to Noreen (Beazley) Murphy, announces his passing which occurred on Sunday, June 23, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  Born on August 11, 1936, he was a son of the late Raymond and Mildred (MacCullam) Murphy.

Ed was employed with NB Power for 32 years. He worked as the Manager of Courtenay Bay Power Plant, and retired as Commissioning Manager at Belledune Generating Station. He was a long time, active member of St. John the Baptist Church. In his spare time, Ed was a backyard mechanic, and was often found tinkering with motors. He enjoyed travelling and road trips, especially to Bangor and Florida but also took great pleasure in his hunting trips to St. George. 

Ed will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 29 years, Noreen, his sons: Edward (Dana) Murphy, Patrick (Margaret) Murphy and Tim Murphy, his daughter: Charlotte (Barry) Moran, step-daughters: Michelle (Don) Merzetti, Sherry (Richard) Weisshaar and Kellie (Dion) Lyver, several grandchildren, brothers: Jim (Audrey) Murphy and John (May) Murphy, along with many nieces, nephews and members of his extended family.

Besides his parents, Ed was predeceased by his children: Brian Murphy and Bridget Charlton, and siblings: Mary Watts, Ryan, Louis, William and Leo Murphy.

Ed’s family would like to extend a special “Thank you” to Dr. Ashely Wood for her compassionate care for many years. To the staff at Turnbull Home for their dedication and care and to the Cam Unit at St. Joseph’s Hospital for their warmth and support towards Ed and his family in his final days.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424). A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, June 29 at 12:10  from the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Saint John Regional Hospital – Neonatal Unit and online condolences can be made at www.brenansfh.com