Post a new entry Pete Padilla - February 22nd, 2009 at 6:43pm - Email So very sorry to hear of Charlies passing. He was one super person and a friend. We were High School class mates and I can remember many great times we had together. I'm sure he will be missed by all his class mates, family, and friends. My prayers go out to him and his family. Pete Nancy & David Neumayer - February 22nd, 2009 at 8:55pm - Email Dear Nancy Ann: We are saddened to hear of Charlie's passing and we are so sorry we cannot attend the services as we have 2 doctors appointments Wed. and we are leaving for Florida . We all know that he is in a better place. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Dave & Nancy Robert Lopez - February 23rd, 2009 at 3:05am - Email I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Charles I extend my condolences to the family. We were lab partners in high school and I would not have made it had it not been for his help and humor. A well thought out practical joke brightened a dull day with him around, even though I was the bunt of the joke. I will remember him and the family in my prayers. Merle and Susan Leah Reekers - February 23rd, 2009 at 7:53am - Email We are saddened that Charlie is no longer with us. He will be missed very sorely by the deaf community. Many fond memories of him who wonderfully did a lot of volunteering for 2 organizations. Sue & Lin Coffman - February 23rd, 2009 at 9:44am - Email Nancy, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Charlie. He was such a loving husband and father as well as a caring man. I know that he isn't suffering anymore and that he is in a better place and that is a comforting thought. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you, Mary, Patrick, Chuckie and Chuck. I am sorry that I can't make it to the funeral but know that I am there in mind and spirit. God Bless you all. Steve Williams - February 23rd, 2009 at 11:30am - Email The CIDAA family shares with Nancy and her family the grief in the loss of a fine person and friend. Charles, willing and unselfishly, helped the CIDAA Board numerous times over the years whenever his assistance was needed. He was one of the most trusted and reliable members. He will be greatly missed by his CIDAA family and friends. May the Lord be with you and your family and give you comfort and strength to deal with this period of grief. On behalf of the CIDAA Board, Steve Williams CIDAA Secretary Ginger Laforest, Colleyville, TX - February 23rd, 2009 at 12:06pm - Email I worked with Charlie many years ago at McDonnell Douglas Automation Company. One of my old teammates emailed me of his illness just last week. So sad to hear of his passing. My deepest sympathy to his wife, Nancy, and his children at this time of sorrow. Patty O'Leary - February 23rd, 2009 at 12:57pm - Email My name is Patty O'Leary and I am the Executive Director where Charles and his wife Nancy have resided. Charles was a very gentle kind man who touched all of our lives. He perservered through many difficult situations with his health and always remained pleasant and hopeful. We will miss him very much. Nancy Cripe Jordan - February 23rd, 2009 at 2:37pm - Email Dear Nancy & family, I sure am so sorry to hear of Charlie's passing away. He's at peace with god. I'm thinking of you during your time of sorrow. My condolosences are with you & your family. Your friend, Nancy Cripe Jordan Anthony Warrington - February 23rd, 2009 at 5:19pm - Email Dear Murphy Family, I am heartly sorry for your tragic loss. Even, though I have only met Mr. Murphy a couple times, the passing away of him has struck me close at heart because of my now deep connection within the Murphy family. The one thing that can comfort us is this time of grieving is that we know he is in a better place, and we will get to see him again someday. My Condolences, Anthony Warrington (Jessica's Brother) Jack and Connie Scheid - February 24th, 2009 at 6:48am - Email We were so saddend to learn of Charlie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Nancy, Mary, and the Boys in this time of grief. We will miss him. He was a special guy. God Bless you all. Steve Williams - February 24th, 2009 at 9:43am - Email Although Charles and I were CID alumni, we were still 8 years apart in age. Upon learning that Charles’ dad was my professor in electrical engineering at St. Louis University, a special bond developed between Charles and me. His dad was a good professor who used the blackboard extensively to explain the fundamentals - I really enjoyed his classes. I shared with Charles what his dad was like in the classroom, and Charles filled me in on his dad’s life. I could see many similarities between Charles and his dad. Also, our paths became more interwoven as we worked together in various CIDAA activities. Charles was a fine person and friend, someone I enjoyed knowing and working with over the years. His death is indeed a big loss to all of us, and I want to extend my heartfelt sympathy to Nancy and her family. May the Lord bless you and give you strength and comfort. Tonya Donnelly - February 24th, 2009 at 10:50am - Email Dear Maureen & Margaret My thoughts and prayers are with you both at this very difficult time. Please know in your hearts that he is at peace and home wih his Lord. You will carry wonderful memories of him througout your lives. GOD BLESS you all. Love in christ, Tonya Donnelly Linda Ellis - February 24th, 2009 at 3:31pm - Email Dear Nancy, My condolences to the many friends, aquaintenances and relatives of Charlie Murphy. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Love, Linda Ashley Scott - February 24th, 2009 at 10:42pm - Email Dear Maureen & Margaret My thoughts and prayers are with you both at this difficult time. Please know that he is at peace and home with his Lord. You will carry wonderful memories of him throughout your lives. GOD BLESS you all. Love Ashley Scott Paul Kiel - February 25th, 2009 at 1:52am - Email Nancy and family: I am sorry to know about his passing. He will always be remembered for his smile and kindness through the years I have known both you and Charlie. I remember you bouncing and happy when you were engaged to Charlie. I do appreciate Charlie's volunteerism at both CIDAA and GSLAD. He has been a good supporter and friend throughout. I will miss his chats and his smile. Stay strong and you will all do ok! Take care and hugs! Paul Kiel, GSLAD Secretary - February 25th, 2009 at 1:59am - Email We, the GSLAD family, are very sorry to know of Charlie's passing. We have appreciated his dedication as volunteer and board member for number of years. We will miss him as we were praying for his return to GSLAD. Sincerely, Paul Kiel GSLAD Secretary Greater St. Louis Association of the Deaf, Inc. Jessica Murphy(daughter in law) - February 25th, 2009 at 2:08pm - Email I am a recent addition to the murphy family, I am his youngest son Chuck's wife. I have a lot of great memories of charlie that I will someday share with his future grandchildren. After we were married we went to the hospital to visit him and he immediatley wanted to hug me and said "welcome to the family." I have never experienced that type of acceptance and genuine kindness before. I will always remember his quick wit, passion for politics(debating with chuck) and his obsession with sports and crossword puzzles, and of course his love for contraband junior mints. I especially will remember his compassionate blue eyes that always seemed to have a child like glint to them. He will be sorely missed by everyone. He was and always will be in a class of his own. Dana Foster - February 25th, 2009 at 5:58pm - Email I have worked at The St Charles Eye Center for many years. I was very sorry to hear of Margaret's brother's passing. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Dana Foster Ronald Hrin - February 26th, 2009 at 4:57pm - Email To Family Of Charles Murphy, Sorry to hear to lost love one . Hope he rest in peace. Hugs to all Ron Paul & Sally Taylor - February 26th, 2009 at 11:10pm - Email Our thoughts are with Nancy and the family at this time of bereavement. We've known Charles and Nancy since CID days, and have many wonderful memories. May you always be comforted with these thoughts from friends all around. With love, Paul and Sally Taylor Sodus (Rochester) New York Janet Scheeline - March 1st, 2009 at 2:47pm - Email Nancy and family, I am sorry to hear about Chuck's passing. His presence was and will always be with you and your family. Wonderful memories are treasured. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Walter 'Bucky' Travers - March 1st, 2009 at 3:52pm - Email To All of Charlie's family... Charlie was, above all else, a real gentleman and his memory will stay with me forever. May you all find peace in just how Charlie affected those who knew him. He was a real friend and I shall miss him. Bucky