Bob is predeceased by his father Robert C. Murphy, Sr. He is survived by his loving wife Judith Ashby Murphy of 54 years together, his children Robert C. Murphy, III (JoAnn), Timothy Eddicus (Rachelle), Andrew Davis (Fiancée Yvonne), his mother Shirley Nightingale Murphy, a brother David J. Murphy (Marilyn), a sister Ann M. Murphy. Bob is also survived by 6 grandchildren Robert D. Murphy, Reese A. Murphy, Riley A. Murphy, Kiersten H. Salemi, Katlin R. Salemi (Fiancée Dylan J. Sylvester) and Zachary W. Copp.
A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, March 16th at 10am at St. Mary’s of the Lake Church. Calling hours will be held on Friday, March 15th from 4 to 7pm at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles. Bob will be buried in the Spring at Shepard Settlement Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to The Francis House 108 Michaels Ave. Syracuse, NY 13208 or to be made to Autism Speaks as his granddaughter Riley has Autism, autismspeaks.org. To send condolences visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.