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Gertrude “Trudy” Murphy

Published: June 20, 2013 6 Condolences

Gertrude

1932 – 2013

N. Grosvenordale – Gertrude “Trudy” Murphy, 81, of Buckley Hill Rd., died Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at St. Vincent Hospital.  She was the loving wife of Arthur Murphy.  Born in Putnam, she was the daughter of the late Camile and Winifred (LaCroix) Brodeur.

Mrs. Murphy prior to retirement worked in the accounts payable department for Hale Manufacturing.  Trudy was a member of the American Legion.  She enjoyed going to the YMCA with her husband to swim, feeding the birds, cooking, baking, and reading novels.

In addition to her husband, Trudy is survived by her sons; Glenn Lovejoy Johnson of Liberty, MS, Dana LaCroix Johnson of Riverside, CA; her daughter Tracy Johnson of Boston, MA; , her step son, Brian Murphy of CT; her brother Billy Brodeur of Henrico, VA; her sister Barbara Peckham of Denver, NC; and ten grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her daughter Maureen Frances Rooney.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Trudy’s family from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, on Monday, June 24, 2013 at the Valade Funeral Home, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale CT.  There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at 12:00 noon at St. Joseph Church, 18 Main St., N. Grosvenordale.  Burial will follow at East Thompson Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, 370 7th Avenue Suite 1802, New York, NY10001.  For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.

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Condolence Messages

  1. Kyle & Paula Hodges

    June 22, 2013 at 3:34 pm

    So sorry that Aunt Trudy is gone. My deepest condolences to the family. She will be missed.

  2. Mike Rivers

    June 23, 2013 at 1:15 pm

    My Deepest sympathy to the family and especially Mr. Murphy. I pray that during this most difficult time you all will feel God’s graces and his love.

  3. Jeff and Deb Krause

    June 24, 2013 at 9:57 am

    Deb and I send our sincere condolences. Thoughts and prayers are with her family.

  4. Paige McCullough-Casciano & Family

    June 24, 2013 at 1:45 pm

    May your memories carry you through this difficult time. Wishing you peace in knowing tht Trudy is in the arms of the Angels.
    With love and prayers-

  5. Mike & Anita Santerrr

    June 25, 2013 at 6:26 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

    Mike & Anita

  6. Jim and Anna Naum

    July 3, 2013 at 10:05 am

    Arthur, Brian and family,
    We extend our deepest sympathy to all of your family.
    Jim and Anna Naum

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