Elizabeth L. Murphy (Briggs) of Canton August 19th at home surrounded by her family. Born and raised in Manchester, New Hampshire she graduated from Manchester High School. She has lived in Canton for over 50 years and worked as a clerk at Strand Jewelers in Canton. She was a devoted wife and mother and enjoyed spending time with her family. Beloved wife of the late Joseph E. Mother of Carol MacNeil & her husband Keith Burger of Mansfield, James E. Murphy of Taunton & Deborah Gray & her husband Ronald of Canton. She is survived by her granddaughter and caregiver Shani MacNeil of Canton & grandchildren Robert Gray, Kaitlyn Turcotte, Tamra Stock & Shaun Murphy. Great-grandmother of Kylie & Devin MacNeil, Abigail Stock & Keagan Gray. Sister of the late Pearl Cahillane. Visiting hours at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home 455 Washington St. Canton Sunday 4-8 pm. Funeral mass at St. John the Evangelist Church Canton Monday morning at 10:30. Burial private. In lieu of flowers donations in her name can be made to Old Colony Hospice One Credit Union Way, Randolph, MA 02368