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Michael Murphy Obituary

Michael J. Murphy, 32 years old, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2017. Michael was born in Colorado Springs on July 21, 1984 to Kevin J. Murphy and Diane Krtinich Murphy at St. Francis Hospital. Michael attended grade school at Corpus Christi Catholic School and high school at St. Mary's and Palmer High.

He also attended Pikes Peak Community College. Michael worked in Construction for the family business, Murphy Constructors as well as Quality Stucco, Rocky Mountain Materials, and McDonald Paving.

Michael is survived by his daughter, BaileyAnn Murphy, Kevin Murphy (father), Aileen Berrios (step-mom), Diane Krtinich Murphy (mother), Megan Murphy (sister), Kelly Murphy (brother), grandparents Chuck & Marylou Murphy, niece, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Michael had a fun-loving personality with a heartwarming smile and a twinkle in his eye. He loved his daughter BaileyAnn and all his family members.

Services for Michael J. Murphy: Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2318 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs CO 80907

Rosary will be held Friday, January 20, 2017 at 6:30 pm

Funeral will be held Saturday, January 21, 2017 at 10:00 am

Reception following the funeral at Patty Jewett Golf Club located at 900 E. Espanola Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80907.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to BaileyAnn Murphy, College Fund, 5Star Bank, 101 Sahwatch Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette from Jan. 18 to Jan. 20, 2017.

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Sara Mattes

January 12, 2022

Peace to all who loved and lost Michael

Kristina McKay

January 12, 2022

I still often think of Michael! Prayers for family as it never gets easier. Gone way too soon.

Sara Matted

January 12, 2021

My prayers are with all who loved and lost Michael

Cynthia Maes

January 12, 2020

I think of Michael when the sun rises with the beautiful pink in the sky. As I remember seeing this sunrise that day. My prayers and thoughts are with his family. Thank you all for being in my life. Thank you for what you taught me about the loss of a child. May God Bless the entire family.

Frank Montesano

January 24, 2019

Peace to the Murphy family. Michael is not forgotten.

John Columbia

February 6, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Murphy and Kritnich family on the loss of their beloved son, father, grandson, uncle and friend. Know that one day we will all be united in Christ's Kingdom. May your soul and all the souls of the faithfully departed through the mercy of Christ rest in Peace and may God Bless your family during this difficult time.

Mike & Lise Wolfe

January 29, 2017

Our hearts are saddened by your loss. May God's love give you comfort during this difficult time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Lorena Hernandez

January 27, 2017

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our Prayers.
Jesus and Lorena Hernandez.

Tom & Mary Jo Resman

January 22, 2017

Our sincere sympathy goes out to your whole family! We will keep you in our prayers and offer a Mass for Michael at St. Mary's High School.

January 21, 2017

I am so sorry to hear about Michael. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Theresa (Kelly) McCormick

Frank Montesano

January 21, 2017

So sorry for your loss Kevin, cannot even imagine going where this tragedy has taken you, know you & your family are in my prayers.

donald svita

January 21, 2017

prayers and condolences to all

Mia Oswald

January 20, 2017

Murphy family..
Sorry to hear Michael has passed..
So young...
He will be missed..
Thanks so much for being a friend

January 20, 2017

Kevin and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Wilfred Romero, The Arc Pikes Peak Region Board of Directors and staff

Colleen Royal

January 20, 2017

Dearest Diane, Kevin and family,
We are so saddened by the loss of Michael. I will always think of him as a little imp running around the CC playground. Our prayers are with you in this difficult time.
The Royal family: Colleen, Jaki, Jarad, Jiliann and Uncle Larry.

Carmen & Bo Hamilton

January 20, 2017

To the entire Murphy family,
We are so saddened in hearing of Michael's passing. May God hold you close and help to heal your hearts with quickness. You are in my family's thoughts and prayers.

Shawn Morse

January 20, 2017

Our thoughts are with the family at this very sad time. We will all pray for strength.
Shawn, Kathryn and Amity

January 20, 2017

Dear Murphy Family
May God give you strength during these sad times.
Sincerely, Bob and Diane Wilcox

Frank and Denise Rotunda

January 20, 2017

Kevin and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. May God be with you through this time.

Kristina McKay

January 19, 2017

Our hearts are so saddened to hear this. Our prayers are being lifted up for your family. May God give His comfort and peace to you all. I have many childhood memories playing with Michael. He will be missed. His smile and laughter are lasting in my memories. Love to your family!

Jim Herron

January 19, 2017

Kevin, Diane, Aileen and Family;
My thoughts and prayers are with you, God bless.

Chris Martinez

January 19, 2017

Chuck and Marylou
My thoughts and prayers go out to the both of you and family. May you have comfort from our dear Lord and Savior in this very difficult time.

January 19, 2017

Dear Kevin and Family,

My deepest condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cindy Maes ~ Colorado Springs

Cynthia Gaddie

January 18, 2017

To the Murphy family, we keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Elmer & Cindy Gaddie

David and Annette Barnett

January 18, 2017

Dear Kevin and Aileen, Dave and I extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. We are here for you should you need anything at all, with much love, Dave & Nettie

Donna and Marty Diedrich

January 18, 2017

Kevin and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers at this most difficult time.

Sara Mattes

January 18, 2017

The Mattes, Ritz & Mattes-Ritz families extend their deepest sympathies to all the Murphys. you are in our prayers.

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