Andrew ( Andy ) Murphy

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Andrew Joseph Murphy
After a sudden and brief illness, Andy left this world on June 10th, 2019 surrounded by those he loved at the age of 67. He leaves with wonderful memories his wife of 45 years Margie, their children, Corey, Kerry (Brad) and Brent (Erin) and his two grandsons Michael and Drew that he adored. His siblings Arnold (Anne), Gerry (Lorraine), Roy (Jeannie), Ted (Patrina), Ray, Alex (Tammy), Mary (Tom), Betty Anne (Mark), Georgina and Lori; many nephews and nieces, and too many friends to name who will forever remember him for his kind and funny spirit. His cat Hussy will miss him as much as anyone.
Andy put family first and it showed in the relationship that he had with Margie. They were kindred spirits that were born to be together. After so many years he still called her his little darling. If you were fortunate to spend time with two of them together, you walked away knowing you just experienced what true love looks like. They have an indescribable love.
He was a hero to his children and grandsons. He worked hard for everything he had to raise three amazing kids who are the perfect mix of him and Margie. He talked to his kids every day because it mattered to him. They would do anything for their parents and always came home to visit. Everyone is welcomed at their home. These are the things that made him proud.
Andy was born on Crawley’s Island, grew up in the Cove (Mount Arlington Heights) and settled in the Bottom (Long Harbour) and that was as far away as he wanted to be from the ocean, the Trout Ponds and the Berry Hills. With the exception of one special trip to Calgary to surprise Kerry, and Saturday trips to Normans Cove with Roe to play poker with the boys, or a trip to Indian Harbour, he never cared for being away.
After his family, Andy loved nature best. He knew and respected the land and water around him as well the wildlife knew and respected him. He fished his favorite spots between Henry’s Hole and Dan’s Ledge, trouted in the ponds and rivers, picked wild raspberries, bakeapples, blueberries and partridge berries, and hunted moose, birds and rabbits as the seasons allowed. His catch of the day was shared with family, friends and especially the seniors of the community. He never wanted more than he needed and took great joy in giving a meal of some sort to anyone who would appreciate it. He gave back to nature in abundance, he fed the crows every day with table scraps, had an eagle that waited for him on the point of the island as he knew there would be fish for him, delivered herring to Aunt Gladys to feed her pet gull, and had a wild loon that comes back every year to feed her babies with trout she takes from Andy’s hand. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDHyL-Y962o
Andy had a gentleness that animals and children could recognize. He shared his love of the outdoors with every little kid who ever wanted to learn to fish. He had a special secret with all the little ones in his family, the “money rock” was a hike in the woods and a hiding place for coins that was a special event when you found out about it. His infectious spirit for fun and enjoyment has touched many generations. If you spent time with Andy, you always left feeling like you were someone special.
He knew what he liked and wasn’t one to compromise. He was honest to a fault and always spoke his truth even when his opinion wasn’t shared by others. He liked his toast done only on one side, homemade jam prepared by Margie, and lots of ice in his drink. He loved a game of crib, or just about any card game. He often joked about his poor carpentry skills but he could repair just about anything with a fish hook or a swivel. Andy’s spirit will live on forever but his presence will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to really know him. In honouring Andy’s wishes, there will not be a funeral. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be scheduled for later in the summer and then his ashes will be spread at sea where he will surely be at peace.
For those that wish to pay respect to his memory, do a kindness for someone else, clean up a piece of garbage off the beach, teach a child about the importance of nature or pet an animal in his name. Remember him in happy memories and stories and talk about the impact he made.

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  2. Margie and families,
    So sorry to hear of Andy’s passing. My sincere sympathy. May you find comfort in the days ahead by sharing your great memories.

  5. Still heart broken by all of this and will miss you more than you will ever know big bro.Spoke with Corey and he said Margie will be well taken care of and I know she will be because all the kids loved you so much and know this is what you would want,i know your loon and eagle will miss you as much as anyone and I’m sure there will be increase in the trout population now.you were and will always be one hell of a man Andy Murphy and I will love you forever. R.I.P. BIG BRO!😥💔

  6. It was such a shock when I found out about Andy ,we spent a lot of time together when we worked at Erco ,would stop by when in Long Harbour but hard to catch him home ,it is such a sad day to know Andy is gone ,God Love him and his Family ,I will miss the chats !

  7. Margie, Corey, Kerry, Brent, and extended families, my heart aches today thinking of the rough days you have ahead. I hope you can take some comfort in knowing that you had a very special person in Andy Murphy. Hold your memories close to your heart, they are your treasures and no one can ever take them from you.
    Rest Easy Andy I know you are in good company.

  9. On behalf of my family Aunt Pauline , myself Marjorie , Patricia and Leo and our families .. Our deepest sympathy … our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time .. Rest In Peace …The Norman family Holyrood

  10. Margie, Corey, Kerry, Brent and all the Murphy family – our deepest condolences on your great loss. Andy’s kindness and generosity will be missed by many but never forgotten. May you be comforted by all your wonderful memories and the great stories I’m sure will be shared. Rest In Peace Andy

  15. To Margie and kiddies, so sorry for your loss, and to the rest of his family and friends, he surely will be missed, thoughts and prayers to all of you

  16. Even though I may have taught him in school, I never really got to know Andy until he became our transportation and guide to Crawley’s Island in the summers of 2016, and 2018. He was a tremendous source of knowledge of family for his distant relatives, Jan and Erika from the state of Washington, USA. (They both send their condolences to the family.) He was always so willing to help. God bless him. Condolences to the family.

  17. Many of trips I had to Long HR I would most times stop and have a chat with Andy about sea trout or in the winter about turs or ducks. I will certainly miss those conversations with him and I am sure that when I drive through Long Hr I will still be looking to see him coming out of his boat with his rod or gun .He will be missed, rest in peace my friend. Our condolence to the family and to let you know you will be in our thoughts and prayers as well.

  19. Our deepest condolences to all of you on the loss of a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother. Andy was taken too soon and will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by many.

  20. I know how much he was loved , especially by his sister Lori , we talked about him often and how much she missed seeing him more often ! My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and children and the whole Murphy family !! RIP Andy !!

  21. Margie and the Murphy family my heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. Andy was one of the finest people I have ever met. He will be missed by many. Cherish the memories.

  22. So sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Andy. He was always so kind to Zac when we came to visit, taking him fishing to all his spots. We will really miss seeing him when we visit next week. My dad, Ned Burke, and all the family send our condolences to all of you.

  23. He was truly one of my favorite human beings. He taught me much about my passions and I’ll always be grateful for the time we spent together. So, so sorry for your loss. Love you guys and appreciate you sharing in the obituary many of his memorable traits. RIP Uncle Andy.

  24. I’m so terribly sorry to hear of Andy’s passing! My condolences to all the family (especially Margie and children)! What a beautiful tribute to Him! His obituary is so beautiful! God Bless You All! He is destined to be an Angel to all who loved Him so dearly! R.I.P, Darling!

  25. We will forever miss him daily on the wharf doing what he loved. We admired the hard working man that he was. R.I.P Andy.

  26. Sending our condolences to Andy’s family and friends. My Mom and Dad sends their deepest of sympathy, and will miss Andy’s visits. RIP

  27. What a beautiful tribute. Georgina, I recall many stories you shared about Andy. Sure wish I had the privilege of meeting him.

  28. What a beautiful tribute. Georgina, I recall many stories you shared about Andy. Sure wish I had the privilege of meeting him.

  29. Margie and family, our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this most difficult time. Focus on all the wonderful moments and know that God is taking care of Andy now. Love to you. Joan

  30. I will always think of you Andy especially growing up. All the life skills you showed me for survival and especially hunting, You will always be in my heart my Dear Brother. I know you are Safe In The Harbors of Heaven. R.I.P.

  32. Uncle Andy I will miss giving you my purple nurples that you so dearly loved.. not! Or you lecturing kerry and I after a night out. You were one of the most stubborn but loving man i ever knew. It was a privledge being your niece and i will always cherish thr trouting trips and the jokester teachings. I love you uncle andy and you will truly be missed. God bless you …your with nan n pop n ur brothers now watching over…i love you xox

  33. Thinking of all the Murphy family and sharing in your sadness as you remember Andy. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so very sorry for your loss.

  35. Condolences go out to the family of Andy Murphy. Andy has gone with the angels to his new home where there is no pain or suffering only peace,there he will watch over his family for the rest of their days to keep them safe and protected . I had meet Any on several occasions when he would come with Row for a game of cards to my brother-in-law’s ,you could tell by just talking with him that he was a kind and caring man. He would always bring treats for my brother-in-law’s dog,it got so that the dog would wait in the porch for Andy to come. Keep the memories of Andy in your hearts. R.I.P Andy.

  37. Beautiful words. All my love to the family. Andy and dad were friends over the years, he was always sweet and kind to me growing up. RIP 💚

  39. Dear Erin and Family,
    Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so sorry for your loss.
    Isabelle (Bathurst, NB)

  41. I am sending condolances to all family and friends. You were blessed to know such a fine person. I never even met him but the tribute for him said it all.
    Rest in Peace

  43. Dearest Margie , your children and grandchildren and all my dearest cousins . So sad to hear about Andy’s passing. Words cannot ease the hurt in all your hearts. Treasure all the good memories and he will always be with you. RIP Andy

  44. Andy was the best father in law anyone could ask for. He always treated me as his own. I will miss our fishing/trouting trips and our games of crib. I will mostly miss our phone calls when you always had some funny story to tell us. Long Harbour will never be the same. Rest in peace dear friend you will be missed.

  45. Our deepest condolences to the Murphy family, so sorry for your loss. May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

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