Maureen (Betty) Smith Murphy

On July 1, 2011 in Madison, CT. Mrs. Maureen Elizabeth (Betty) Smith Murphy Passed away at age 93. Predeceased by her loving husband of over 70 years,former railroad engineer and Connecticut State Senator John J. Murphy.Betty lived a long, happy and productive life. Loving mother of Mrs. Maureen M. Sisk (Patrick H.) of Madison and Mrs. Sharon Courcey. (Daniel J.)of Northford. Also, survived by 9 grandchildren and great-grandmother to 21 great-grandchildren. In addition, she leaves behind her sister- in-law, Helen Murphy Horvath of Hamden. Mrs. Murphy, daughter of Elizabeth Colwell Smith and Walter P. Smith, was born in New Haven. CT on January 24. 1918. She was predeceased by a sister Mrs. Phyllis Miner of Arnold, MD and a brother Mr. Walter "Buddy" Smith of Naples. FL. The Murphy's resided for most of their lives in the Westville section of New Haven on Westwood Road. They also spent their summers at Lanphier's Cove in Branford and winters in Pompano Beach. FL. After retirement in 1981, they relocated full-time to Florida (Ft. Lauderdale and West Palm Beaeh). Betty was past president of the Westville Garden Club, In her spare time. she enjoyed dancing with her husband. watching Soap Operas. visiting Nevv York City and Boston. playing Bingo/card games and spending time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was happiest at home gatherings surrounded by her family. Betty leaves behind many people who were fortunate to have counted on her as wife,mother,grandmother,great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She will be missed deeply missed. The family would like to formally acknowledge and thank the staff at Harborside Healtheare Madison House for the wonderful and dedicated care they provided to Betty and her husband for the past several years. A special thank you to her nurse Elaine Fulsom and Director of Admissions Ann McCarthy. Mrs. Murphy's funeral will leave Sisk Brother's Funeral Home 3105 Whitney Ave. Hamden, Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Aedan's Church, 117 Fountain Street. New Haven. Tuesday moming at 11 :00 am. Burial in St. Lawrence Cemeterv. The family will receive friends Tuesdav from 9:00-10:30 am Memorial contributions may be made to SolAmor Hospice. 4 0xford Road , Suite E4,Milford. CT 06460.

Maureen (Betty) Smith Murphy

January 24, 1918 - July 1, 2011