Catherine Murphy
June 4, 1931 — January 10, 2018
Catherine “Kay” (Raleigh) Murphy, 86, passed away peacefully at her home in Boynton Beach, FL on January 10. Born June 4, 1931, Kay was the only daughter of the late Michael Raleigh and Josephine (Reid) Raleigh.
When Kay was 14 years old, her family emigrated from Ireland to Yonkers, NY. She and her five brothers grew up and embraced the American Dream. In 1951, Kay married the love of her life, Joseph “Jay” Ambrose Murphy. They resided in Kings Park, NY, where they raised their four children.
In 1977, Kay and Jay moved their family to Florida, where they enjoyed the warm sunshine and beaches. Kay and Jay were happily married for 65 years; once retired, they began traveling extensively, enjoying more than 50 cruises over the years.
Most of all, Kay loved to spend time with her large Irish family. Her beautiful life will forever be cherished by all those who knew her. Kay will always be remembered by her warm smile and a “sparkle” in her eye. Her family finds solace in knowing that Kay has rejoined her loving husband for eternity as they embark on a new journey together in Heaven.
Kay was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jay, son Brian and brothers Jack, Michael, and James.
Kay is survived by her children Michael Murphy (Florence), Colleen Murphy and Sean Murphy (Maryellen); six granddaughters Meghan, Shannon, Erin, Kelly, Shannon and Caroline; four great-grandchildren Isriah, Elijah, Aidan and Katarina; brothers Gene Raleigh and Raymond Raleigh (Bernadette); and many nieces, nephews and other relatives.
A Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 am Friday, January 19 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 10935 S. Military Trail, Boynton Beach, FL. Interment will follow at South Florida National Cemetery, 6501 SR 7, Lake Worth, FL. There will be no public visitation.
When Kay was 14 years old, her family emigrated from Ireland to Yonkers, NY. She and her five brothers grew up and embraced the American Dream. In 1951, Kay married the love of her life, Joseph “Jay” Ambrose Murphy. They resided in Kings Park, NY, where they raised their four children.
In 1977, Kay and Jay moved their family to Florida, where they enjoyed the warm sunshine and beaches. Kay and Jay were happily married for 65 years; once retired, they began traveling extensively, enjoying more than 50 cruises over the years.
Most of all, Kay loved to spend time with her large Irish family. Her beautiful life will forever be cherished by all those who knew her. Kay will always be remembered by her warm smile and a “sparkle” in her eye. Her family finds solace in knowing that Kay has rejoined her loving husband for eternity as they embark on a new journey together in Heaven.
Kay was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jay, son Brian and brothers Jack, Michael, and James.
Kay is survived by her children Michael Murphy (Florence), Colleen Murphy and Sean Murphy (Maryellen); six granddaughters Meghan, Shannon, Erin, Kelly, Shannon and Caroline; four great-grandchildren Isriah, Elijah, Aidan and Katarina; brothers Gene Raleigh and Raymond Raleigh (Bernadette); and many nieces, nephews and other relatives.
A Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 am Friday, January 19 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 10935 S. Military Trail, Boynton Beach, FL. Interment will follow at South Florida National Cemetery, 6501 SR 7, Lake Worth, FL. There will be no public visitation.
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