Obituary For Mr. Lee Junior Murphy

Lee Junior Murphy was born June 26, 1942 to the late Geneva Murphy Buie. Geneva later married Dock Buie and together they raised him into adulthood. He received Christ as his personal Savior and joined St. Matthew AME Church. The gates of Heaven opened to welcome him home on Saturday, February 3, 2018. “Hine”, as he was affectionately called by almost everyone who knew him, was not complicated. He was a simple man and loved the simple things in life. He was a craftsman and could build anything. “Hine” was a hard worker and worked on the farm for many years. He also worked at Dixiana Mills for a number of years and then for Rowell Farms prior to retirement. He loved to garden, play checkers, and baseball. “Hine” had a huge heart and opened his home to so many who were in need. He was a giving man and blessed a lot of people by his generosity. Many of you may have your own personal testimony of his generosity. The world is a better place because he was here. He had a way of communicating complicated matters in a simple way that made you realize that everything was going to be alright. “Hine” was married to the former Maxine Sowells and together they had six children. “Hine” was predeceased by his parents Dock and Geneva Buie; a brother, Dock Thomas Buie, mother-in-law, Lula Mae Sowells; brothers-in-law, Frank McLellan, Northern E. Sowells, James E. Baker, and Henry Campbell; sisters-in-law, Carrie Ann Sowells and Jenny Ruth Sowells. “Hine” leaves to cherish precious memories his children: Willie Lee “Red” Murphy, Dorothy Murphy, Patricia Murphy, Donald Murphy, Matthew Murphy of Paterson, NJ and Deborah Murphy-Perry (Andre) of Clayton, NC; grandchildren: Demetrius Ford, Shadeequa Jones, Dashon Jones, Malexis Murphy, Shaquille Murphy, and Quadir Perry; great grandchildren: Yacire Abraham, Zion Abraham, Morgan Jones, Tyson Jones, and Karine Murphy; sisters: Marie McLellan, Lucille Murphy, Ammie (Michael) Williams, Mary (Willie) Lighty and Betty Buie of Hamer, SC; Addie Campbell, Mamie (William) Legette of Dillon, SC; Ann (Leon) Page of Elgin, SC; Judy (Charles) Owens of Lumberton, NC; brothers: James “Bill” (Mary Ann) Buie and Milton Buie of Hamer, SC; uncles: Rufus (Ophelia) Murphy of Dillon, SC, Randolph (Darletha) Murphy of Hamer, SC, David Buie of Jersey City, NJ; aunts: Maggie Bullard of Hamer, SC and Doris (Carlton) Sherman of Dillon, SC. A host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

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To the family of Mr. Lee Murphy....words can not express our thoughts at this time of our loss. May God give you strength to go through. With our deepest sympathy and prayers ....Mr. Walter Lee and Mary McKellar

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To the Murphy family at this time of our loss. From the Bread of life church of God and Overseer James Earl Hamilton and family. With heartfelt sympathy It's hard for us to find the words that might bring you comfort at this time of loss, but perhaps just knowing that we are thinking of you with sympathy and understanding will somehow help to give you strength at this difficult time. With much love. The Hamilton's and Church family.

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To the Murphy Family we send our deepest condolences to all of u. We wish we could be there with u during this time but u will always in our prayers. May god keep his loving arms around u through this difficult time. Love Irene Green-Blue and Family

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To the Murphy Family we send our condolences at this time,We wish we could be there to help in this sad time. We will keep all of u in our prayers and may God keep his loving arms around u through this difficult time. Irene Green-Blue and Family

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To The Grieving Family of Mr. Lee Junior Murphy..... A message of Solace at The Time of Your Lost of a Loved One………… Many Wonder: Is There Any Hope for the Dead? WHY THE QUESTION ARISES: We want to live, and we want to enjoy life with those we love. It is only natural that we yearn to see our dead loved ones again. WHAT THE BIBLE TEACHES: Most people who have died will be resurrected. Jesus promised that “those in the memorial tombs will . . . come out.” (John 5:28, 29) In harmony with God’s original purpose, those resurrected as humans will have the opportunity to live on a paradise earth. (Luke 23:43) This promised future includes perfect health and everlasting life for obedient humans. The Bible says: “The righteous will possess the earth, and they will live forever on it.”—Psalm 37:29. Isn’t this wonderful news! To think, our lost loved ones will have an opportunity for ”Eternal Life” on Paradise Earth at this Resurrection. It is my sincere hope that these words/this knowledge helps to sustain you, your family during your Bereavement… See also Job 14:14, 15; Luke 7:11-17; and Acts 24:15. Along with your Bible Go to www.jw.org 'Bible' or 'Publications' to answer any bible topic

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