Joseph Rader Murphy, 81
Joseph Rader Murphy of Campbellsville, the son of the late John Murphy and Ruby Daugherty Murphy, was born on April 23, 1942, and departed this life on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Green Hill Manor Nursing Home. He was 81 years of age.
He was of the Baptist Faith and was a retired employee of General Electric. He enjoyed woodworking, being outdoors, and hanging out with friends on their farms. He was a veteran having served his country honorably in the United States Army.
He united in marriage to Phyllis Faye McQueary Murphy and she preceded him in death on December 22, 2023.
He is survived by one son: Jarrod Shane Murphy of Campbellsville, and one sister: Donna Murphy of Campbellsville. Also surviving are special friends: Terry Walker and Dwayne Curry.
Besides his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by three brothers: James Murphy, Jerry Murphy, and Roger Murphy.
The funeral service for Joseph Rader Murphy will be held Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. at the L. R. Petty Funeral Home Chapel in Campbellsville with burial to follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.
The family requests visitation on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, from 11:00 A.M. until the time for the service at the funeral home.
