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Stephen Duane Murphy

1957 - 2025

BORN

1957

DIED

2025

Stephen Murphy Obituary

Stephen Duane Murphy, aged 67, passed away on March 7, 2025, in Charleston, SC. Born on November 26, 1957, Stephen, known to his friends as Steve, lived a life marked by adventure and great friendships.

Steve graduated from Homewood-Flossmoor High School in 1976. Skilled in mechanical and electrical work, he retired from Bosch in 2024. He served his community at Old Fort Baptist Church.

An avid motorcyclist, Steve's passion for riding was legendary. His journeys spanned from the frosty terrains of Alaska to the sunny shores of Key West, across the scenic routes of Ireland and the Isle of Man, and many others.

Steve is survived by his sister, Karen Jean Parsons. He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald Duane Murphy; his mother, Ima Jean Murphy; and his uncle, Roger Alan Murphy.

A memorial service for Steve will be announced at a later date.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Summerville Journal-Scene on Mar. 19, 2025.

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Karen Parsons

April 2, 2025

Bill & Cheryl Frazzetto

March 19, 2025

Sincere condolences and love to Karen for the loss of her brother. Thankful for God´s abiding grace to help in times of sorrow.

Paul Romeo

March 18, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Carla (sister-in-law) & Family....

March 17, 2025

Karen......please, know that our thoughts & heartfelt prayers are constantly abiding, during this difficult time. What a blessing knowing His peace & promises comfort & sustain us even in our darkest hours. May your hope in Christ renew your "joy" with each passing day of the reminder that your redemption is nearer still, & what day it will be when we all see Jesus & those who've gone before us. BECAUSE HE FIRST LOVED US......Carla, Scott, Megan & Steven.......Isaiah 46:4
"Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you."................Romans 8:38........
"For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord."

Steven Parsons

March 16, 2025

Although my version of Microsoft Outlook would not let me simply right-click and save this very good photo from my Contacts, I did find a way to programmatically extract the photo. Steve had the brains to be a great coder.

Jeanne Treaway

March 14, 2025

Steve was a good man, a Christian, and he. was always looking for ways to give back and help others.

Charles Besancon

March 14, 2025

Steve was a Christian, a believer in the finished work of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. All who knew him knew this! He is with the souls of just men made perfect in the presence of our Lord.

Jeanne Treadway

March 13, 2025

I loved Steve and he was a really good friend to me. I cherished the times that we shared together during the 10 years that I knew him, and I will miss him terribly all the days of my life.

Barb

March 13, 2025

I was so sorry to hear about Steve. He was a good friend

Michael Metz

March 13, 2025

I served with Steve at OFBC. Great servant, humble man and good friend. Reminded me of Ron in many ways. Prayers of comfort and healing for his family.

Steven Parsons

March 12, 2025

Shocking and sudden. I am sad for the loss of Steve. I will miss my brother-in-law for his intelligence and wit. More importantly, my heart breaks for Karen after the unexpected loss of her brother. The two had a growing friendship that is, for now, disrupted. I am so sad for your loss.

Donna Murphy

March 12, 2025

Steve was also an avid reader, dog lover, sailor and golfer who liked to play Scrabble, cards and pool. A man who almost never missed a day of work. We were married for 18 years and had kept in touch through social media. He will be missed by a long list of friends and coworkers.

Karen Parsons

March 12, 2025

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