Cornelius Murphy Neil

May 31st, 1936 - November 1st, 2010

Memorial

Mementos

I remember his smile and the things he would say We treasure the hours we spent every day The laughs that we had, the secrets we shared The love that he gave, the way that he cared. We do not forget him, in our hearts he will stay We think of him daily and love him always. Those special memories of you will always bring a smile If only I could have you back just for a little while. The fact that you're no longer here will always cause me pain But you are always in my heart, until we meet again. As time goes by without you and days turn into years They hold a million memories and many silent tears. Though his smiles have gone forever and his hand I cannot touch I shall never lose sweet memories of the one I love so much. Not one to trouble or make a fuss You asked for nothing from any of us God called you to Him and we had to part Leaving us lonely and with a broken heart. Until we meet again, R.I.P. Neil darling Ten years ago all our lives changed, we lost our best friend - one of the greats. We wish we could turn back time, so you could be back by our sides, To hear you laugh, to have your support, to be able to hear your voice once more. The moments shared, the memories made, remain in our hearts until the day we all meet again.

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Emma Murphy

My favourite memories of Dad were of childhood; the stories, games, fun and general sense that anything was possible. Dad was a big fun and inspirational presence in our lives growing up. My own children's meetings with Dad were a wonderful reminder of this. Matilda thanks Pa for teaching her to be the Uno maestro of our family, and Harry still recalls believing that yes means no, and no means yes when you're in Scotland. It's so sad that those memories were stopped so short in their tracks, but feel happy and lucky to have them. Think of you often Dad, always loved, always missed x

Published November 3rd, 2020

Carmel Murphy

Neil lived such a full life filled with fun and love, and all of our lives were enriched by the great times we shared together. xxx

Published October 29th, 2020

Carmel Murphy

My darling Neil, Ten years have passed. As time goes by, my sadness grows. Love you more than anyone knows. The tears in my eyes I can wipe away, But the ache in my heart will always stay. Your's loving wife Carmel 🌹 xxx

Published October 29th, 2020

Sam Murphy

Dad made growing up a fun-filled adventure. We loved his imaginative 'creations' from the Friday Monster, who used to chase all of us kids around the lane with a crazed expression to Waytogo, the pigeon that always mysteriously appeared whenever we were lost, and gave us directions. And then there was 'Henry', a delightfully terrifying sort-of Frankenstein's monster character, who always fulfilled his objective of making us go to bed when we were playing up. We used to go on camping holidays, and at bedtime, he would zip the bedroom compartment flap at each end, so that just his face appeared in the middle, like a ghostly disc! And then he'd make up some amazing bedtime story. When we were in Widdecombe in Devon it was about the beast of the moor, when we were in Switzerland, it was about a yodelling old lady. They were always incredibly funny, Dad's stories, and exciting. It was definitely that which inspired me to turn to journalism and become a 'storyteller' myself. Despite the happy memories and the fun, love and inspiration he gave me, there's always an element of sadness when I think about Dad - simply because he's no longer here. But I will always be so thankful and glad that he made it to our wedding, ten years ago, during his illness. It meant so much to me. So... let's raise a glass to Dad (Neil) and to each other - family and friends, far and wide, who lost him. Our lives are less rich without him. But may we gain comfort and joy from sifting through our memories. Love you Dad. Sam X

Published November 2nd, 2020