KATHERINE MURPHY
Friday, May 28, 2010 at 9:23AM January 4, 1921 – May 26, 2010
ANDERSON, SC - Katherine Elaine Murphy, age 89, of Anderson, wife of the late Captain Richard Flavin Murphy, died Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at AnMed Health Medical Center.
Born in West Chester County, NY, Katherine was a daughter of the late Harry Howard and Mabel Malone Howard. Following her employment with Chase Manhattan Bank, Katherine served her country by joining the United States Marine Corps in 1952 as a Staff Sergeant. Traveling the world during their retirement years, she and her husband moved to Anderson, SC to make their new home. While here, they developed many lasting friendships.
Survivors include her two loving nieces and two wonderful caregivers, Mary Lombardo and Virginia Galloway of Anderson, SC, who made Katherine a special part of their families.
She was predeceased by a sister, Virginia Brock.
The burial of her ashes will be held in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the Anderson County Humane Society, P.O. Box 2262, Anderson, SC 29622 or The Salvation Army, P.O. Box 43, Anderson, SC 29622.
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THE MC DOUGALD FUNERAL HOME is in charge of the arrangements.
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