Annie Katherine Murphy
November 11, 1920 ~ September 15, 2009
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 19, 2009 at 10:00 AM at Holy Angels Catholic Church, Avenue, MD with Fr. William Gurnee officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Bushwood, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Friday, September 18, 2009 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at Holy Angels Catholic Church where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM.
Annie Katherine Murphy, 88, of Avenue, MD died on September 15, 2009 at St. Mary’s Nursing Center. Born November 11, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Valentine and Ruth Vincent Woodall. She was the wife of the late Albert L. Murphy, whom she married on December 24, 1944 in Bethesda, MD and who preceded her in death on November 24, 1984. She is survived by her sons Gilbert Murphy and his wife Cindy of Avenue, MD and Eddie Murphy and his wife Janet of Clements, MD; her grandchildren; Michael Murphy, Kristina Parker, Kimmie Gibson, Kathy Murphy, Brittani Murphy, Albert Murphy and Alex Murphy as well as her great-grandchildren; Alyssa Murphy, Taylor Murphy, Julia Parker, Lillian Parker, Thomas Murphy, Christopher Parker, Courtney Hume and Baby Boy Gibson. She was preceded in death by her siblings; Ruth Madge Woodall Thompson, Joseph Ford Woodall, George Kelly Woodall, James Morris Woodall and Mary Lillian Woodall Hartnett. Annie worked for the Hecht, Co. and the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission. Later on with her husband, Mrs. Murphy opened Murphy’s Store in Avenue, MD in January of 1949 and also operated The Old Gum Tavern and Old Eddie Bailey’s Crab House. She also owned and operated three clam boats as well as maintained several oyster grounds and had a blood worm and bait route that served St. Mary’s, Charles and Calvert Counties. Annie was a charter and lifetime member of the 7th District Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary that was founded in February of 1972. She served as vice-president and treasurer on numerous committees. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association and the Ladies Auxiliary to the Maryland State Firemen’s Association. She was inducted into the Ladies Auxiliary to the Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association Hall of Fame in May of 2008. The family will receive friends on Friday September 18, 2009 from 5:00-8:00 PM in the Holy Angels Catholic Church, Avenue, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 19, 2009 at 10:00 AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church, Avenue, MD with Fr. William Gurnee officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Bushwood, MD. Pallbearers will be Bo Bailey, Eddie Bailey, Bernard Bailey, Bob Kopel, Ronnie Mattingly and Roger White. Contributions may be left to 7th District Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary, P.O. Box 7, Avenue, MD 20609.
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“Gilbert and family: My sincere deepest smpathy for the loss of a very special lady. She will be truly missed. God bless!”
“Gilbert, Cindy and Family, Words cannot express the sorrow I feel with the passing of your Mom. I only had the pleasure of knowing her two short years, but her beautiful smile and her quick wit are something that will long be remembered. Our world has lost a true angel, but we now have an angel watching over us. Please know that my thoughts are with all of you, and find peace in the fact that Mrs. Murphy is smiling down on you telling you that she is fine.”
“Gilbert, Cindy & Family, Thinking of you in this time of sorrow with friendship. What a wonderful mother, grandmother and lady she was and oh how much she loved each of you. She was so proud of you and you should also be proud of the deep love and devotion that you have shown to her. She was a very caring member of our 7th district community and I am sure she loves the fact that Gilbert & Cindy carry on that family tradition in so many ways. Our thoughts and prayers will remain with all of you in the coming days.”
“Gilbert and family, I hope knowing that so many people were touched by the your Mom and in knowing she made a difference gives you some peace. I know Aunt Dorothy thought and my Grandma Nelson thought the world of her. God Bless. “
“Gilbert, Cindy and all of the Murphy family – I was so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I feel blessed to have known her during the past couple of years. She warmed my heart during my frequent visits to the Nursing Center. I will miss her beautiful smile and very witty personality. I am praying for strength for all of you now and in the difficult days ahead.”
“Gilbert, So sorry to hear about your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.”
“Gilbert and family, So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. “
“Our sincerest sympathy to all the family especially Gilbert, Cindy and daughters. We also want to extend sympathy to her many friends especially those who worked for her at Murphy’s store. As customers, we recall seeing and talking with her so many times there too and we are sad to learn of her passing. Please be assured of our love, thoughts and prayers for you during this time of your loss. Annie was such a GREAT LADY! “
“Gilbert, Cindy and family, So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Remember all the good times you had with her and know she will always be looking down on you. You are in our thoughts ad prayers.”
“To the Murphy Family; We were sorry to learn of your loss. Your mother will be missed by many. Our thoughts are with all of you.”
“What a sweet lady Annie was! She was so good to my daughter and my daughter cared for her a lot,also. She always had a great smile for you when she met you. God bless all of you.”
“To the Murphy family, Words will never be able to express what Mrs. Murphy meant to me from the time I started working there. She took me in and made me feel like family. she will always make me smile when I think of her. She was a wonderful person. God bless you all, My thoughts and prayers to you all. “
“Gilbert and family: I am so sorry for your loss. Annie is one of the sweetest ladies I’ve ever known. She had such a lovely smile. She is now an angel up above looking down on you all with guidance. I will miss seeing her. Take care of yourselves and each other. you all will be in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Gilbert and Cindy, Eddie & Janet and family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. She was truly a gem and will be greatly missed. Another one of the 7th’s finest is gone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Our love and heartfelt sympathy to the Murphy family. How fortunate we were to have had this dear sweet lady in our lives. It was a privilege to see her almost everyday. She will be missed. With love, thoughts and prayers from………”
“So sorry to hear of Annie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Gilbert, Cindy, and family – On behalf of the Kennett family, please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of your wonderful mother. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her involvement in her community, Squad Auxiliary as a Charter and active member, and active member of Holy Angels Parish will live on in our hearts. God Bless you all and give you strength and comfort. What would the 7th be without Murphy’s Store? “
“Gilbert, Cindy and entire Murphy family. Sad to hear that Ms. Annie has passed on, another one of the 7th District finest ladies have moved on to the next level in life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God Bless Ms. Annie, and open his gates for her to be with your father in heaven..”
“Gilbert, Cindy and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find comfort knowing that “Annie” is at peace. Cherish and remember all the memories and good times as it will help get pass all of the days ahead. God Bless all of you and may she rest in peace. “
“To the Murphy Family: Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“Gilbert and Family, We are so sorry to hear about Ms. Annie. Keep the memories close to your hearts, and remeber all the good times you had with her. Warren & Brenda K. Webb “
“Gilbert and family: So sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She was a very sweet and caring person and will be greatly missed.”
“Gilbert & Cindy, So sorry to hear about Annie, God needed another angel up in heaven and he picked our Annie. She has left us with a lot of good memories. Gilbert you had a great mom who touched a lot of peoples lifes in a great way. Love, Cathy Love, Cathy”
“Gilbert,Cindy and Girls, So sorry to hear about Ms. Annie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Please call if you need anything. “
“Gilbert, Cindy, Eddie, Janet and children: Our sincere condolence on your Mother’s passing. Iam sure that the “Golden Girls”, Annie, Sissy, Emily, and Raye are all together right now laughing and talking about old times. May you find comfort in knowing that your Mother adored you all. I feel real confident that she is resting in peace. I hope that the Lord passes peace and comfort down to all of you in your days of sadness. “
“Gilbert, Cindy and family, on behalf of the Maryland and Southern Maryland Firemen’s Association I offer you our deepest sympathy thoughts and prayers in the death of Annie Murphy, a true symbol of the Lord Jesus and His beloved Mother Mary in the modern world. Her first thought was always about another person, never giving herself even a second thought. “
“Gilbert and Family, I was saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing. Miss Annie was a very lovely and classy lady and I loved having conversations with her during my weekly visits. Your Mom is now your Guardian Angel and will always be watching over you. My sincere condolences to you and the family.”
“Gilbert, Cindy and family, Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mrs Murphy was always so kind and we enjoyed seeing her in the store.”
“Cindy & Gilbert: I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.”
“Gilbert so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a wonderful lady. Our prayers are with you. joe & sara thomas”
“Gilbert & Eddie and Family, So sorry to hear of Miss Annie’s passing. She and Mom are probably thinking about where to go next! They did love to go! May she rest in peace. “
“GILBERT & FAMILY, SO SORRY TO HEAR OF ANNIE’S PASSING. SHE WAS A WONDERFUL KIND LADY. WE WILL KEEP HER AND THE FAMILY IN OUR PRAYERS.”
“Gilbert,Cindy, So Sorry to hear about Ms. Murphy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She was a very sweet and caring person and will be greatly missed.” “
“Gilbert, Cindy and family, Eddie, Janet and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom is with your dad now and is at peace. Be there for each other. Remember she loved you all. God Bless and you will be in our prayers.”
” Gilbert, Cindy & Family~ We would like to extend our deepest condolences. May you find comfort in the beautiful memories of your mom. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Gilbert,Cindy&family: Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing she will be greatly missed our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Gilbert,Cindy, Eddie and family my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Your mother was a very special lady and will be greatly be missed. The love and support you showed by your daily vists to the nursing center, displayed to all what a special person she was.”
“Gilbert and Cindy,Eddie and Janet,My deepest smypathy for the loss of your Mom. She was a great friend and neighbor for 52years. We will all miss her. My love and prayers to all the Murphy Family.”
“To thoughts and prayers go out to the Murphy family at this most difficult time. Miss Annie was a 7th District icon that will truly be missed.”
“Gilbert and Family, so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Gilbert , So sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing, may beautiful memories provide comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. “
“Gilbert, Cindy, Eddie, and Janet – My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your mom was a great person. Denise”
“My heart goes out to all the Murphy Family. She was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“FAREWELL TO A VERY NICE LADY.”
“Gilbert, Cindy and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Mrs. Murphy’s passing. I would have attending the prayers, but I did not find out about it until afterwards. My whole families prayers are with you.”
“Gilbert, I was sorry to hear of Annie’s passing this morning. She was such a nice lady, I’m sure she will be missed by everyone she touched.”
“To the entire Murphy family: My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow. Miss Annie was a wonderful lady who will be forever remembered as a pillar of the 7th District! God Bless you all, Saundra”
“To the Murphy Family: So sorry for your loss. Your mother was a gracious and kind woman. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. “
“Gilbert and family, Sorry to hear of your loss. Mrs. Murphy was always a nice and smiling lady whenever you saw her. Our prayers are with your family.”
“Gilbert and family We will miss your mom’s wonderful smile and always friendly greeting when she used to see us at the store. Please know that we are here for you during this difficult time.”
“Eddie & Gilbert–A person would really have to look hard to find a mother who loved her sons as much as your mother did. Her maternal pride was so obvious…her eyes would sparkle & she smiled whenever she spoke of her sons…which was often. It is very painful to lose a parent, no matter what the circumstances were….it doesn’t make you love them any less or make it easier to get through. My deepest condolences go out to both of you, your wives and your children. The world would be such a nicer place if there were more people like your mom. Mrs. Murphy was a charming lady who never met a stranger. She will be greatly missed by many. Take comfort in knowing that as time passes, the sadness you are feeling now will ease and thoughts and good memories of your beautiful mother will bring you happiness once again. Take Care.”
“We would like to extend a special Thank You to all those who have comforted us in many ways. Your thoughts, prayers and support have meant so much to all of us. Our family has suffered two very difficult loses over the last two months. We have been so comforted by the cards, visits, flowers, food and attendance at the prayers and funerals. We feel so very blessed each day to have such wonderful friends and to be part of such a special community.”