Michael J. "Mickey" Murphy

Michael J. "Mickey" Murphy, 75, of Bedford, died January 3, 2020, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in South Boston, MA on March 24, 1944, he was the son of the late John T. and Margaret (Costello) Murphy. Mickey was a graduate of South Boston High, class of 1961 and served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was employed with Allen Bradley Products, as plant manager, for 35 years before retiring in 2007.
Mickey was an avid New England sports fan. He enjoyed spending winters with his wife Linda, in Florida, and attending Red Sox spring training. He also enjoyed time spent in his yard and was a meticulous landscaper. He enjoyed starting his day at the gym with friends. People gravitated toward Mickey because he always gave the best advice. He was very smart, strong, and family oriented. He played a very large part in his grandchildren's lives and they love to share his stories. Above all else, he will be remembered as a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather.
Surviving family members include Mickey's beloved wife of 54 years, Linda L. (Hatch) Murphy of Bedford; one daughter, Michelle M. Kafejelis and husband Nick of Bedford; one son, Michael P. Murphy of Sarasota, FL; five grandchildren, Meghan Murphy, Erin Murphy, Nicholas Kafejelis, Michael Murphy, and Matthew Kafejelis; two sisters, Margaret "Peggy" Hogan, and Kathleen Kwiatanowski; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one sister, Lorraine Nee, and one brother, John T. Murphy.
SERVICES: Calling hours are 5 to 7 pm, on Tuesday at Lambert Funeral Home& Crematory, 1799 Elm St., corner of North St., Manchester. A Service of Remembrance, followed by military honors, will begin promptly at 7pm on Tuesday, in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: American Cancer Society, NH Chapter, 360 Rte 101, Bedford, NH 03110.