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Bobby Gerald Murphy Jr.
Bobby Gerald Murphy Jr.
Keokuk
Bobby “Bob” G. Murphy 67, from Keokuk, IA, passed away November 14th, 2025. Bob was born August 3rd, 1958 in Sterling, IL. Bob had such a quirky sense of humor and always saw humor in everything. He made everyone around him laugh. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his children Jeremy Murphy (Amber) and Brittany Massey (Eric); 6 grandchildren; and sisters, Wanda Murphy and Candy Ellery (Monte). He was preceded in death by his parents, Bobby G. Murphy Sr., Joann Murphy Kendrick and Sister Debbie Murphy.
Bob chose to be cremated. Private family burial will be held at a later date. Bob didn't have much set up for end-of-life expenses, if you would like to help the family out, a memorial fund has been set up at Dupaco Community Credit Union in Bobby G. Murphy's name.
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