Edward C. Murphy

Edward C. Murphy, 78, of Van Wert, died at 11:36 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, 2015, at Indiana University Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana.

He was born September 28, 1936, in Newark, New Jersey, the son of James and Bertha (Oswald) Murphy, who both preceded him in death. On May 29, 1982, he married Glenna J. (Slane) Murphy, who survives in Van Wert.

Other survivors include three children, Chuck (Chris) Murphy of Horton, Michigan, Tim (Sandy Johnston) Murphy of Hanover, Michigan, and Pam Murphy of Van Wert; three brothers, James Murphy of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Harry (Peggy) Murphy of Lewisburg, Tennessee, and John (Jean) Murphy of Ohio City; two sisters, Evelyn (Don) Villone and Patricia (Jim) Warner, both of Van Wert; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

A brother, Alan Murphy; and one sister, Marilyn Funk, also preceded him in death.

Mr. Murphy retired from Kennedy Manufacturing Company in Van Wert after more than 40 years of service.

Private family graveside services will be conducted at Ridge Cemetery in rural Van Wert County.

There will be no calling hours.

Preferred memorials: American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Association or a charity of donor’s choice.

Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home & Crematory in Van Wert handled arrangements.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.alspachgearhart.com.