Darrell Gene Murphy
of Bono, AR
May 16, 1947 - June 24, 2023
Darrell Gene Murphy, 76, of Bono passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, June 24, 2023. He was born in Lawrence County on May 16, 1947 to Curtis and Freda Murphy. Darrell was an electrician for General Electric for 30 years, retiring at age 50. He then went on to open a siding business and after retiring from that he started a small hobby farm of raising farm animals until his death. Darrell proudly served in the National Guard and was a member of Sovereign Grace Baptist Church.
Preceded in death by his parents; brother, James Murphy; sisters, Peggy Murphy, and Crystal Dawn Murphy; nephew, Michael Murphy.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Velma Murphy; son, Jason and Stacey Murphy; a niece nearest to a daughter, Kandi Wyse and Dewayne House; a special niece, Amber and Rick Burch; grandsons, Clay Kersey and Clint Brown; great grandchildren, Colton Kersey, Penelope Brown, Charlotte Kersey; brothers, Danny and Kathy Murphy, Ronnie and Paula Murphy; sisters, Brenda and David Moore, Missy Ring; and a host of nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be at Lorado Cemetery, Wednesday, June 28, 2023, 11:00 am with Bro. Leroy Franks officiating.
Visitation will be Tuesday, June 27, 2023, 5:00pm to 7:00 pm, at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.
Family request that in lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Darrell's memory to Lorado Cemetery, PO Box 352, Bono, AR, 72416. And the family would like to thank their church family for all their love and support.
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Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home
1900 West Washington Ave.
Jonesboro, AR 72401
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com