James (Jim) Patrick Murphy of Kintnersville, PA died peacefully in his home with family by his side on Saturday March 4, 2023. He was 78 years old. 

He was preceded in death by his wife Clare Jane Murphy and is survived by his children Brian Murphy of Kintnersville PA, Colleen Tabacheck (the late Daniel) of Cheswick, PA and Grandsons August and Ryder Tabacheck of Cheswick, PA. 

Jim was born in Philadelphia, PA and was the beloved son to the late Timothy Murphy and the late Anna (Reitz) Murphy.  He was also brother to the late Timothy Murphy (Sandra), the late MaryAnn (Late John) and the late Marion Lauther (late James).

Jim graduated from Bishop Egan Catholic High School where he played Football and Baseball. After graduation Jim was a Navy Seabee serving in the Vietnam war. Once home he joined the Philadelphia Carpenter’s Union Local 1856, where he worked as a carpenter until retirement. 

Jim was active with the local Legion in Quakertown, PA and the Philadelphia DAV (Disabled American Veterans) where he served several years as president. 

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time with his family and taking vacations with his Grandsons. 

Family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, March 13, 2023 at St. John the
Baptist Church, 4050 Durham Road, Ottsville, PA from 11:00AM to 12:00PM followed by
Jim's Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 Noon. Interment will be at Washington Crossing
National Cemetery, 830 Highland Road, Newtown, PA 18940 on Tuesday, March 14, 2023
at 10:45AM.   Arrangements by Donahue Funeral Home, 215-348-9421.