Lonnie Murphy

MURPHY
Lonnie L. Murphy gained his wings and went home to our Lord on September 27th, 2016 at his home in Mobile, Alabama while surrounded by his family at the age of 89. Lonnie is survived by his beloved wife, Dorothy M. Murphy; siblings, Ross Murphy, Patsy Gad, Donald Murphy, and Betty DeBacha; children, Nita Kay James, Deidra A. Evans, and Robert E. Paul Jr., grandchildren, Ryan James, Jennifer K. Wynn, Raymond A. Evans, Kyle D. Paul, Tiphanie M. Evans, Shannon R. Evans, and Ashley E. Paul; great grandchildren, Jonas M. James and David A. Wynn; and their cat, KIttyPuss. Lonnie was born on August 19th, 1927 in Negreet, Louisiana. Through his life, he served the Lord and his community in several ways. Lonnie retired from DuPont in 1987. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Knights Templar, Scottish Reich, and Shriners. He bravely served his country in the Army Air Corps during War World II. Lonnie was a gracious man who put the Lord and his family first. He made impacts in many people's lives and never knew a stranger. Lonnie will be greatly missed, but is now at peace with our Father. A funeral is scheduled for Saturday, October 1st, 2016 starting at 10 AM at Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home. Visitation starts at 9 AM. Pastor Jay Robertson will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Lonnie's life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Shriner's Hospital for Children at http://www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org/locations/shreveport. The family would like to thank everyone for their support at this delicate time. Private family graveside to follow. Pallbearers will be Ray Evans, Raymond Evans, Robert Paul, Kyle Paul, John Wynne,
And Joe James. Condolences may be offered at www.mobilememorialfunerals.com.

Visitation

Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home
6040 Three-Notch Road
Mobile, AL  36619
Saturday, October 1, 2016
9 - 10:00 AM

Service

Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home
6040 Three-Notch Road
Mobile, AL  36619
Saturday, October 1, 2016
10:00 AM

Cemetery

Mobile Memorial Gardens
6100 Three-Notch Road
Mobile, AL  36619

Memorial Contributions

Shriner's Hospital for Children