Helen A. Murphy

Funeral information

Home: Trenton, New Jerey Place of Birth: Cleveland, New York
Date of Death: January 29, 2010 Birthdate: May 18, 1913
Age: 96

Service information: Saturday, February 13, 2010 2 PM Mass at the Church of St. Ann, 1253 Lawrence Rd. Lawrenceville, NJ

Visitation: There will be no visitation

Interment: Private

Biography

We wish to acknowledge the passing of our beloved Mother, Helen A. Murphy, long-time Trenton resident and Lalor Elementary School teacher.

 

Born Helen Agnes Bitz in 1913 in Cleveland, New York, she was the wife of Michael L. Murphy, now deceased, and is survived by three children: Mary Lou Huchet, and her husband Charles of New Hope, PA; Michael L. Murphy of Windsor, CA; and Karen “Kate” S. Murphy of Lawrenceville. In addition to her children, she leaves five grandchildren: Katy LeDoyen, William Franz, Shaune Burns-Pero, Dennis Burns, Isa Murphy, Susan Burkhardt and Nicole Huchet, as well as nine great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and loving friends.

 

Always a teacher and lifelong learner, she leaves lessons for us all by her sense of humor, her optimism, and her resilience.

 

Friends and family are invited to attend a Mass on Saturday February 13, at 2 PM, at The Church of St. Ann, 1253 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville. Burial will be private and there will be no calling hours.

 

In lieu of flowers, those who wish may contribute to their local libraries to honor Helen's love of reading and previous work as a librarian.

Friends February 12, 2010
Our deepest sympathy. From all of Helen's friend at Trent Center West.

carolyn Jensen February 15, 2010
Helen was a dear friend and inspiration to me. We shared a love of books and crossword puzzles. We had so much fun at lunch and called it our social hour. I admired her sense of humor and sharp wit. She loved to flirt with the men and put a smile on their faces. She made their day. She was always looking for a man for me. Even though I wasn't interested, it gave us a good chuckle. She lived a long and full life and you were blessed to have her so long. I miss her. Best Regards - Carolyn Jensen