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Murphy, Michael B.

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Murphy, Michael Bruce Born November 28, 1939 to Patrick and Ruth Murphy of Tulsa, Oklahoma. After a 7 and a half year battle with cancer Mike Passed away on January 12, 2019 in Plano Texas at the age of 79. Michael grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma with his mother, father and sister Patricia. He graduated from Central High School in Tulsa  in 1958. He received a degree from the Spartan School of Aeronautics around 1960 in Tulsa.   Mike joined the United States Air Force as an air mechanic. He was stationed at Hickam Air Force Base in Honolulu in the sixties.  He joined the Air Force Reserves and worked for American Airlines for 10 years as a mechanic. Mike was a Natural Salesman beginning his sales career at the age of six selling donuts. He began his career in the life insurance field  in 1969  where he worked most of his life.  He and Ginger met each other while working for Colonial Life and Accident in 1987.  Mike moved his career to Aflac, and Ginger returned to her teaching life. He served as Agent, District Sales Coordinator, and Regional Sales Coordinator.  He never retired!  He lived to work every day He had so many Aflac awards that Ginger left her teaching job so she could accompany him of all the wonderful Aflac award trips.  Mike and Ginger ran their careers together for 25 wonderful years. Mike and Ginger were married for 27 very happy years!   He loved to dance, and finally got Ginger to compete with him on the dance floor.  He loved to travel, but his favorite thing was spending time with his grandkids. He was a fantastic father, husband, friend, and mentor to so many people. Mike never met a stranger, and he could start a conversation with anybody! He was preceded in death by his sister Patricia Maska and his parents, Ruth and Pat.   He is survived by his wife Ginger Murphy, son Michael, daughters Kim and Debra, step daughters Tori and Amanda, and step son Will. His Grand children are Spenser, Matthew, Patrick, Jessica, Alex, Ronin, Isabella and Whitney. Nieces Lisa and Suzy Celebration Life will be held at Cross Creek Ranch 3406 Dublin Road, Parker, Texas 75002 February 3, 2019 at 2:00 PM. Please feel free to dress comfortably.  If you wish to wear a coat and tie …wear it! If you wish to wear jeans… wear them! We will “Worship in the Woods “ Bring your best memories of Mr. Murphy to service. We will gather to Remember, Love, Laugh, Cry, and celebrate Mike’s Life. If you wish to share any pictures, please email them to gothamad@hotmail.com please submit picture by January23rd. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider making a donation to : Lymphoma and Leukemia Society. 800-955-4572   LLS.ORG   The Aflac Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders at CHOA @ Egleston    

    Jeanne Conaway
    19 Jan 2019
    12:06pm

    Heaven just received a wonderful person .. he was always so helpful to me and answered all my questions regarding work.. you will be missed ..

    Jeff West
    19 Jan 2019
    1:35pm

    One of my lifelong favorite people. I’ll miss Mike very much.

    Eve Wall Daniel
    19 Jan 2019
    2:55pm

    So sorry for your lost. We are never ready for something like lossing someone we love. Prayers for you and the family. Think of you often.

    Keri Clements
    19 Jan 2019
    3:46pm

    Mike was such a special person. I feel fortunate to have known him. He will be missed dearly!

    Liz Sorensen
    19 Jan 2019
    8:18pm

    This breaks my hearts he was such a pleasure to know and it was a privilege to be a part of his journey. He really lived a beautiful life.

    Joe DePasqual
    19 Jan 2019
    9:41pm

    Very saddened by the news of Mike’s passing. Words can’t express the impact he had on my life as my mentor in my career with Aflac. Additionally, he was a good friend…wish we could have spent more time together.

    Debra Parker
    20 Jan 2019
    9:16am

    I’m so sorry to here about Mike. My thoughts are with all of you . Much love.

    Raul Gonzalez
    21 Jan 2019
    1:58pm

    Ginger, I am so sorry for your loss. I know nothing I can say will make the hurting disappear but please know that you will have many friends praying for you.

    Sheri Snow
    22 Jan 2019
    8:17pm

    Ginger, you and Mike shared a very special bond of love that his death will not break. Now you will use the memories of your time together to comfort you till you are together again in heaven. My heart aches for you as you make this transition.

    The Strong Family
    22 Jan 2019
    11:07pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

    Helen Frazier
    24 Jan 2019
    2:33pm

    So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing.

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