On February 9, 2026, Thomas Murphy, age 77, was called to his eternal rest.
Thomas was born December 2, 1948 to Mose and Clarice Murphy. He was the first of 5 children. Thomas accepted Christ at an early age. He graduated from the Davidson County School system. He served in the US Army with an Honorable Discharge.
He is preceded in death by his parents, sisters Vera Sears and Mozella Young. Grandparents Harvey & Lula Murphy and Beulah Murray & Lee Bowles. Three uncles, Eugene, Aaron, and James Bowles. One niece, Shonda Carey.
Thomas leaves to cherish his memories Sister Camille Powell, Brother Wayne Murphy (Frances), Companion Shelia Scott, Nephews Chris Murphy, Samuel Talley, William Watkins, Jamie Murphy, Jason Carey and Antwar Talley, Nieces Danielle Powell, Ameena Jacobson (Freddie), Kamela Talley, Liz Young, Jasmine Jones and a host of great nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Memorial Service, Friday, February 20, 2026 at Middle Tn. Veterans Cemetery, Pegram Tn. 2:00 pm
Please keep the Murphy Family in your thoughts and prayers.
Arrangements entrusted to J C Hellum Funeral Home, 107 Stokes St., Lebanon, TN 37087. (615)444-4558.
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DAVID OFFUTT planted 5 trees in memory of Thomas Murphy . - February 12, 2026
sorry for your loss praying for the family Thomas will be greatly miss. rip in peace my friend
Shorty we will miss your gentle spirit your quietness and laughter thank you for putting a smile on my Auntie face love you Rosalind, Kevin & Kiera Landrum 😢🤍🕊️🙏🏽
My condolences, I am so sorry for your loss. Rita (Dora's daughter)
Sending in my condolences to the family .My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the love and memories you shared.
Praying for y'all wish I could make it give my love to everyone
Camille, Wayne and other family members and friends, I extend my condolences and prayers for strength, comfort and peace during this difficult time. It will be my prayer request for you all that your fond loving memories of his life forever be in your hearts. RIP dear cousin Thomas. Much love to each of you!!!
He's at home and with the Lord at Peace with family and friends
We will miss the most hope well forever
Mose will be greatly miss he was part of my family for years thank for sharing him with us 🙏 Cheryl Talley
You're going to be missed and you fought a good fight and finished your course and now a crown of righteousness is laid up for you. To the family hold to God's unchanging hands. Samuel & Jessie Hewitt
"I am deeply sorry for your loss. Sending you prayers, love, strength and my condolences."
Condolences to the Murphy family in the loss of Thomas. He was my neighbor in the Hopewell community for years. He will be missed by his family and friends, may God give you comfort and strength in the coming days and months.
Camille and Wayne, I am deeply sorry for the loss of your brother. Thinking of you as you grieve the loss of Thomas. I am here to support you however you need during this difficult time. Prayers for the nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends. Sending lots of love!!!
DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY 🙏 RIP COUSIN 😢
EXTENDING SINCERE HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES & PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY.
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