Dolores M. (Steadman) Murphy

Dolores M. (Steadman) Murphy, originally from Dorchester, passed away suddenly on March 18, 2017 at the age of 71 after a brief illness. Dolores was born on December 31, 1945 to parents, Dorothy (Rush) and Walter Steadman in Boston. She was the youngest of five children. Predeceased by her siblings, Walter, Robert, John and Joan (Flynn). She is survived by her loving husband of over 50 years, retired Boston Firefighter, Frederick T. Murphy of Marshfield. Devoted mother to their three children, Frederick M. Murphy and his partner Michael Shipley of Dorchester, Jason Murphy of Whitman, Alicia Murphy and wife Brianna Murphy of Los Angeles, CA. She was the cherished grandmother of Kylee, Meghan, and Jasia. She was a wonderful aunt, sister-in-law, cousin and lifelong friend to many.

When Dolores finished her schooling, she married and started a family, eventually moving and settling down in Holbrook where she raised her family and resided for over 30 years. She had a lengthy career with the United States Postal Service until retiring in 2003, moving permanently to Marshfield with her husband, spending their winters in Clearwater, Florida.

Dolores was known for her infectious laugh, quick wit, sense of humor, her eternal optimism & positive spirit. You could always count on Dolores to know the answers. She had a sharp mind and an amazing ability to recall dates & details from a wide variety of subjects with lightning speed making her a difficult adversary to scrabble players & trivia buffs alike throughout her life. Dolores’s insurmountable love for her family and her zest for life will live on in her family and friends and the ripple effects of her life will live on forever.

Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, April 1, 2017 at the Hurley Funeral Home, 127 So. Franklin St. (Rt. 37), Holbrook from 8:30am-10:30am followed by a funeral mass at St. Joseph’s Church, 153 So. Franklin St. (Rt. 37) in Holbrook at 11am. Burial private. Donations can be made in Dolores’s name to the Dana Farber Cancer Center at South Shore Hospital in Weymouth via http://www.southshorehealth.org/evergreen or The Spaulding Rehabilitation Center of Charlestown via https://giving.spauldingnetwork.org/donate, both of which provided great care in her lifetime.

Guestbook


First Name: Patricia
Last Name: McKeon
City: Braintree
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 03/27/2017

My dear sister in law and friend I'll miss you forever , but thank you for making me a better person taking in your positive lifestyle and kindness for others.

To my Big brother Fred and my niece Alicia, nephews lil Fred and Jason you meant the world to her and I know she knew you ALL vent the same. May you find Peace in all your wonderful memories. I loved her and all of you very much. Pat/Patrish/ auntie Patty.


First Name: Maureen
Last Name: Curreri Collier
City: Boston
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

Thinking of you, sweetheart.
Love,
Moe


First Name: Stormi
Last Name: Keith
City: San Jose
State: CA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

Auntie Dolores, your love for family and your smile will keep you in our hearts forever. You are now a beautiful ray of sunshine and our guardian 👼 Angel. You will be missed and we love you very much.


First Name: Jennie & Michelle
Last Name: Nowers
City: Dedham
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

We're so sorry Alicia, you've been in our thoughts and hearts. I pray for peace for your family.


First Name: Michael
Last Name: Gibbons
City: Berwicki
State: ME
Country: USA
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

She knew what love is and did it well.


First Name: James & Marisa
Last Name: Allhonse
City: Mattpan
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

My she rest in peace. Heaven has gained a new angel


First Name: Kathleen
Last Name: Bonfilio
City: Marshfield
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

Dear Murphy family and relatives. I am so sorry for such a great loss because I did know Dolores through my sister-in-law Ginger Kelley. Dolores to me, always showed the utmost happy demeanor I've ever met. Always smiling, caring and loving. My prayers are being sent up, God Bless you all, Kathy Kelley Bonfilio.


First Name: Dave and Betty
Last Name: Lewis
City: Spring Hill
State: FL
Country:
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

Fred we are very sorry for your loss


First Name: Jim
Last Name: Fay
City: Ayer
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

Thank you for being my friend , to say your name is to keep you alive in our Heart.


First Name: Deborah
Last Name: Medas
City: Virginia Beach
State: VA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

My deepest condolences and prayers to the entire Murphy family. I do appreciate being welcomed into the family, enjoying all my visits to Marshfield and will miss Dolores' hospitality tremendously. May she rest in peace.

Deborah / a.k.a Nana Deb


First Name: Shirlene
Last Name: Mazzilli
City: Marshfield
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

Dear Freddy and family I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Dolores she had that infectious laugh that I can still hear. I will always remember our times at Poopsie's and Marshfield Fair. You are in my prayers and thoughts.

Love Shirlene


First Name: Maura
Last Name: Lawler
City: Needham
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

Praying and thinking of you Freddy, Alicia and Jason and your Dad. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace and comfort. May hold onto the special memories each and everyday.


First Name: Joe & Natalie
Last Name: McMakin
City: Brockton
State: MA
Country: Usa
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

Sending our deepest condolences to the Murphy family.


First Name: David
Last Name: McMakin
City: Waynesboro
State: VA
Country: United
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

Jason & Freddie. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Prayers sent.


First Name: Chester
Last Name: Fynn
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

So sad .A great loss that words can not express.My sorrows to the family.


First Name: Bob and Tish
Last Name: Tuohy
City: Clearwater
State: FL
Country:
Entry Date: 03/28/2017

We were neighbors and friends for many years. We wish you peace as you remember her life


First Name: Tom and pat
Last Name: Marsters
City: Pembroke
State: MA
Country: Us
Entry Date: 03/29/2017

Freddie so sorry for the loss of your wife sending you and your family hugs and prayers.


First Name: Jon
Last Name: Pierce
City:
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 03/29/2017

So sorry for your loss Alicia!


First Name: Sandra
Last Name: Fennelly
City: Braintree
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 03/29/2017

As a fellow grandmother of Kylee Fennelly, I was always so happy to share the status of grandmother with Delores. She brought so much joy to life every time I saw her. Kylee loves her very, very much, and I know she misses her tremendously, as well as the rest of the family. I am so sorry for this terrible loss, but I do know when you speak of the wonderful memories, she will be alive in all of you forever.


First Name: Robin
Last Name: Weiner
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 03/29/2017

Thinking of you guys during this difficult time and sending a boat load of hugs... xo


First Name: Maribel
Last Name: Melendez
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 03/30/2017

Dear Murphy family. The Melendez family was saddened to hear of your loss. We send you our deepest condolences for your loss. Dearest Jason and Freddie we are at a loss for words and send you and your family our prayers. Your mom will be missed by so many.
With love and affection.
The Melendez Family


First Name: Marc
Last Name: Clark
City: Boston
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 03/31/2017

"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal"

Freddy, Alicia, Jason and Family ....May God Keep and bless you all.


First Name: Beth
Last Name: Champagne
City: Bridgewater
State: MA
Country: US
Entry Date: 04/01/2017

Dear Freddie and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Dolores' passing, for she will be greatly missed.
Bunny speaks of the both of you often.

In my thoughts and prayers,
Beth
(Marybeth)


First Name: Frankie
Last Name: Scurto
City: Salem
State: NH
Country:
Entry Date: 04/01/2017


"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday"


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