WORCESTER___Christopher T. Murphy, 45, died unexpectedly at home on October 25, 2009.
He was born in Stoneham, MA, the son of Janet T. Murphy and the late Thomas E. Murphy, he graduated in 1983 from Norwood High School. He was truck driver in his earlier years, but struggled with diabetes and other disabilities later in life. He was a great family man who loved to laugh, enjoy a good movie, fish and spend time with friends.
He is survived by his beloved wife Gretchen, he is also survived by his children, Kristen, Adam and Angel, his mother Janet, his mother-in-law, Gertrude Bothner, his brother, Stephen and his sister's-in-law Jennifer Perry and Anne Murphy. In addition, he leaves four grandchildren and a nephew. He and his wife lost their beloved daughter, the late Amanda Snaras in December of 2006.
The memorial Mass will be held at St. Timothy’s Church, 650 Nichols St., Norwood at 9:00 A.M. on Wednesday November 25th. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org or to the charity of one’s choice. DIRSA-MORIN FUNERAL HOME, 298 Grafton St, has care of the arrangements.