Service Details
A memorial celebration will be held on Friday, May 14, 2021, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 9:30am until the time of the service. The service will be available via livestream.
Link to YouTube Live: https://youtu.be/hcL4CuzCm0Q
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that remembrances be made in the form of donations to Camp Zion, P.O. Box 32, Ellison Bay, Wisconsin 54210.
Daniel Edward Murphy passed away on April 29, 2021 with his loving wife of 54 years, Judith (Miller) Murphy by his side. He was born on November 11, 1946 in Waukegan, Illinois. Dan was a 1965 graduate of Zion Benton Township High School. He was a Benefits Coordinator for Hewitt Associates for many years. Dan and Judi called Arizona home for 24 years after moving there from Illinois.
Dan Murphy served four years as a Sergeant in the United States Air Force. During his service, he was stationed at Rantoul AFB where he later served in Korea as a Material Facility Specialist during the Vietnam War.
Throughout his years, Dan enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, snowmobiling, racquetball, and golfing trips with his poker buddies.
Survivors include his daughters Carrie (Tom) McDonald and Colette (Jim) Broadway; grandchildren Spencer (Ellen) McDonald, Abbey (Travis) Knudsvig, Ian Broadway, and Shiloh Broadway; great-granddaughters Evelyn and Claire McDonald; siblings Joan Brooks, Jim (Norine) Murphy, Jackie Victor, Ron (Linda) Murphy, George (Linda) Murphy, Kenny Murphy, Loretta (Ed) Makar, Steve (Debby) Murphy, Elaine (Walter) Naleway, and many nieces and nephews.
Dan was preceded in death by his parents James and Loretta (DeMeyer) Murphy.
A memorial celebration will be held on Friday, May 14, 2021, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 9:30am until the time of the service. The service will be available via livestream.
Link to YouTube Live: https://youtu.be/hcL4CuzCm0Q
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that remembrances be made in the form of donations to Camp Zion, P.O. Box 32, Ellison Bay, Wisconsin 54210.
Terry Carlson says
So sorry to hear Judy, you were such a blessing to my wife Nancy! I will be making a donation to Camp Zion in your love Dan’s name ! Terry Carlson 602-538-4744. 625 Longue View Place Madisonville Louisiana 70447 God bless you !
Anonymous says
The last time we saw Dan he was was doing the polka at Abbey’ and Travis’ s wedding. He looked so happy! We will remember Dan this way. May he RIP. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to his entire family. With love and prayers always , Tom and Bev Mc Donald🌷🌷🌷
Sandradrew@mindspring.com says
Dan was my “first” boyfriend. I may have been in 5th grade when Dan invited me to a dance. We never danced together! Ever since, I have always thought of him as a special friend. So glad he had a wonderful family and life.
Deischa. Dalton says
Enjoyed the time I new him and his wife
Mike Thompson says
My Condolences to the family. I worked with Dan at Hewitt Associates from 1975 to 1980.
Dan was a good supervisor and friend. I enjoyed my years working with him.
Geraldine "Gerrie" Ludas says
Judi, I just saw this and my heart goes out to you and the family. I know how difficult it is too lose the love of your life after all these years. My family is all sending you sympathies and wish you well. Please know you are in my prayers. Love cousin, xox Gerrie S. Ludas
Vivian Looft says
Love, love, more love.. hugs and my most sincere sympathy to Judi, and all the family. I am with you in Spirit. ~My heart goes out to you especially, Judi, my precious friend. ~Ed, I am so glad you are there with Judi and all the family, including Dan’s family. ~Love and blessings, to all, Sincerely, Vivian Looft