Michael Murphy

Sincere condolences to Mary, Eamonn, Declan, and Catherine and the extended Murphy family on the passing of Michael. By all accounts, Michael has left a wonderful legacy that would surpass many a statesman. Mary, you were by his side every step of the way, in sickness and in health. May Michael rest in heavenly peace.

Deepest condolences to the Murphy family. I had the pleasure of teaching at St. Thomas’ S.N.S under the direction of Mr. Murphy. I have very fond memories of him and will always be grateful for giving me the opportunity to teach at St. Thomas’. His warmth, kindness and great sense of humour will always be remembered fondly. May he rest in peace. -Louise Barry, Geneva, Switzerland

Our deepest condolences to you Mary, Eamonn, Catherine, Declan and the extended Murphy family on Michael's passing. We only saw it now on RIP and we were so sorry to see he had passd away. Having read the condolences we can see he was so highly thought of. We have lovely memories of Michael going back 50 years! We will be thinking of you all over Christmas. It will be a difficult one for you.

To Mary And family We are so sad to hear that Michael has died He was alovely man inside and out Treasured memories from the lucan Co oP where we would see you both most days God comfort you all on your huge loss And may his beautiful soul rest in heaven Barney And Triona

Deepest sympathy to Mary and family on the very sad passing of your dear husband and Dad. Thinking of you all at this sad time. May Michael rest in peace.

So sad to hear of Michael’s passing . He and indeed Mary were great neighbours of my dad and mum.They became great friends and they thought so highly of Michael . Our sympathies to Mary and all the family .

My heartfelt deepest sympathy dearest Mary and family, at the loss of Michael. May his dear soul rest in peace.
So sorry to have missed his funeral, to honour the man that set the St. Thomas Sen. School, Jobstown, on it's feet, with integrity, committment and outstanding giftedness with staff, families and especially the children. I was privileged to be on the staff, at the beginning and l could not have asked for a better principal. It was a very hard time for the young community at that time. Their children were so cared for in St. Thomas for sure, thanks to Michael. His legacy will never be forgotten by so.ooo many people!
Bless him and you all.

My deepest sympathy to Mary and family. Michael was a wonderful school principal who led with courage, vision, passion and integrity. It was my privelege to be a staff member at St. Thomas' SNS, a school that offered a rich and supportive education, thanks to the leadership of Michael Murphy.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

It is with greatest sadness that we heard of Michael’s death
Sincerest sympathy to Mary, Eamonn, Declan, Catherine and extended family
Michael was a wonderful principal and educator, a true gentleman with a great sense of humour
We enjoyed meeting Michael so much round Lucan area
Michael’s legacy will live on
Ar dheis De go raibh Michael uasal

Sincere sympathy Mary and to all the Murphy family on your sad loss.May Michael Rest in Peace.

Sincere condolences, Mary, Éamonn, Declan Catherine and the extended family on the sad passing of Michael.
Beannacht Dé lena anam uasal.

It is with great sadness that we note the passing of Michael. Condolences to Mary, Eamonn, Declan and Catherine; the extended family; his relatives and his many friends.
Michael was a giant to generations of people in our community here in Jobstown.
Ní bheidh a leithéid arís ann.

Comhbhrón ó chroí to Mary and the Murphy family on the loss of a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. From Caoimhe, Pádraig & family in number 30.

I am so sorry to have heard of Michael's death, I'm sure he will be sadly missed by yourself and all your Family.May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to all the family and friends of Michael. He truly was a great community man and supporter of every initiative to improve the lives of young people.

May Michael rest in peace.

On behalf of myself and all of the hudson family i would like to give my deepest sympathy to michaels family for their loss , what a wonderful man , rest in peace.

Our deepest sympathy to Mary ,Eamonn,Declan ,Catherine,brother Marty,grandchildren,extended family ,in- laws and friends on Michael's sad passing.May he rest in peace and now enjoy his rewards for all his good deeds on earth.Michael will be warmily remembered .

Sincere condolences to Michaels family on their sad loss.
A great humoured kind caring principal who was always so friendly and approachable.
Remember so fondly working under his leadership.
RIP Michael.

The Board, Volunteers and Staff of KTWCU wish to offer our condolences to Mr Murphy's family and his colleagues and students in St Thomas's School. A donation to Tallaght University Hospital Foundation has been made in his memory.

My deepest condolences,so sorry for your loss mary&family..may micheal rest in peace now.Ruth kelly

Mr.Murphy will be sadly missed. Not only was he an amazing principal to our school but he was an amazing person who even to this day I still talk about shaping my life 20 years later. Deepest condolences to the family. Take pride in knowing he changed peoples lives amd I only hope he knew that himself. Rest in peace to a wonderful man.

R.i.p Mr.Murphy,you will be fondly remembered.My condolences to the family.

Sincere condolences to Declan and the Murphy family on the sad passing of Michael. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

I am very sorry for you loss. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.

Mary and all the Murphy family, I was very saddened hear about the death of your beloved Michael. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. May he rest in peace now.

My deepest condolences to Mary and all the family on the passing of Michael.
I had the privilege of knowing Michael as a kind, compassionate & supportive leader and a truly inspirational principal. He has left a powerful legacy among those of us who had the honour of working with and learning from him in St Thomas’ S.N.S. Go dtuga Dia suaimhneas síoraí dá anam dílís. Ag smaoineamh oraibh go léir.

My deepest sympathies to the Murphy family. I am very saddened to just learn of Michael's passing. I completed a teaching practice in St Thomas'SNS 30 years ago and was privileged to go on and work under Michael's guidance for a few years as a newly qualified teacher. Michael valued, respected supported & encouraged his staff. My experience in Jobstown has a special place in my heart. As has my time teaching water safety on Thursday nights with Michael, Eamonn & a great crew. I am very grateful to have shared many good times in his company.
May he rest in peace.

To Mary and family, I offer my deepest sympathy on the death of Michael. He was a great man, and I had the absolute pleasure to work with him on the Water Safety Education Commission for many years. He was the perfect chairperson - working with everyone to achieve the very important outcome of implementing Swimming and Water Safety into the Primary School Curriculum, and then leading the team to ensure that students were able to achieve the Primary Aquatics Water Safety (PAWS) awards. Because of Michael's vision and ability to realise this vision, tens of thousands of children in Ireland have had Water Safety and Swimming training. He has left an amazing legacy, postively effecting many who will never have known him. I loved working with him, he was so supportive and organised, his sense of humour coming to the fore at all times. Of course, our mutual love of all things GAA gave us an extra link!
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilís.

Our Deepest sympathy to you Mary and Family on the passing of Your husband Michael. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏

On behalf of the board, staff and those supported by Stewarts Care, we extend our sincere sympathies to the Murphy family on the passing of Michael.
We are truly grateful to him for so generously giving 12 years of voluntary service to Stewarts Care and Stewarts Foundation, as a former Board member and Chair of the School Board of Management.

Ár mbuíochas
don laoch seo
a bhronn orainn
misneach
críonnacht agus fís.
Grá d’ár gcúaraimí
tugtha gan chíos
is ní bheidh a leithéid
linn arís

Our thanks to this brave man
Who gifted us his courage, wisdom and vision
Love for those in our care
All freely given
and we will never see
His like again

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

My deepest sympathies to all the family. He gave so much to his students over the years. Rest in peace Mr. Murphy

He touched so many young lives in such a positive and meaningful way, and even as children we always knew how much he cared. Rest in peace, Mr. Murphy. Thank you for everything you did for our school and our community — you will never be forgotten. Prayers and well thoughts to his family and friends at this sad time!

Heartfelt condolences to Mary, Eamonn, Declan and Catherine, on the sad passing of a dear Husband & Father.He was a great neighbour for over 45years and an absolute gentleman, always a pleasure to meet and have a chat with. May all your loving memories of Michael bring you peace and comfort at this sad time.
Say not in grief 'he is no more' but live in thankfulness that he was.

Such sad news to hear Mr Murphy has passed.

My thoughts are with his wife, children, grandchildren family and friends at this time.

I will remember him fondly from my time at school, swimming and water safety ireland completion with him in Crumlin swimming pool.

He really was a wonderful man.

Very sad to hear the passing of Mr Murphy. A man who gave alot to the Jobstown community. Will be sorely missed by friends and ex pupils alike. Condolences to his family. May he Rest in Peace

RIP Mr Murphy. You were my teacher in jobstown in 1980. You made school fun there was only about 7 in our class and you took us all under your wing and encouraged and supported us. I have never forgotten you as you made such an inpact on my early years. You will never be forgotten by so many people in jobstown. 💔😢💙💙💙🙏🙏🙏

To Mary & your family- it’s all been said already/ my children were in st Thomas,s & I had many dealings with him & I always had the better outcome of those dealings: / you know first hand about the great man he was/ I’m sure you’ll all miss him terribly but he will always be by your side supporting you in whatever you do like he did with everyone that he helped & guided through but he made their school days bearable/// God bless you Mr Murphy - you were the very best/ may you rest in eternal peace after a life well lived & know that everyone has only the very best things to say about you ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Deepest condolences to Michael's family on such sad news.
Such a brilliant teacher, principal and a wonderful role model.
May he rest in peace.

To Mary and family, deepest sympathy to you and your family. Michael was a pleasure to nurse, he was always so grateful for the care we gave him.
Valerie Heaney, retired nurse Tallaght Hospital.

Deepest sympathy to MrsMurphy and family at this sad time.Michael gave so much of his gifts and time to the school community of StThomas Senior School and to the parishioners parish team and priests of Jobestown especially in the early years of the parish.His goodnesses kindness and his understanding influenced his pupils and their families.May he rest in the peace of Christ. Mass offered.Condolences Fr Dan OConnor Declan Lawlor and staff Dublin Diocesan Education Secretariat

RIP Mr Murphy as a passed pupil of st Thomas the impact you had on students and the community of jobstown we will always be greatful to you for your dedication and hard work ..rip sir

Mr Murphy was our principal at St Thomas school and was very well respected in the school and throughout the area, We wish to offer our sincere condolences to his family at this sad time really sorry to hear of his passing, Rest In Peace 🙏

Deepest sympathy to Mary & family on the passing of your husband Michael. I am in no doubt of the exceptional care and dedication you showed in looking after Michael over the years. Thinking of you at this time. May he rest in eternal peace.

Deepest sympathies to all of Michael's family and friends at this sad time.
Michael was an inspirational leader as principal in St. Thomas' SNS, Jobstown and he is still fondly remembered among members of staff.
May he rest in eternal peace.

im so sorry to hear he was a legend in my life in st thomas school alway remember him fondly
rip Mr Murphy

R.I.P.

My Seepest sympathy to Michael's family and friends.
I have fond memories of years working with Michael at International level where he was very much sought after as an expert in the field of education and water safety. We had many a laugh together as he was a very funny man with a great sense of humour. A gentleman and a great friend. I will miss him dearly. Ar dheis dé go raibh a anam dílis

Mr Murphy was a great principal in St Thomas’s school. Condolences to his family & friends.

Deepest condolences to the Murphy family.
As a past pupil, I have very fond memories of Michael. A very genuine person, an inspiration to all the children who passed through the doors and a man of integrity. I left primary school in the 80’s, and I met Michael one day in Dublin airport in the early 2000’s. I recognised Michael immediately and to my surprise he remembered me. Many a troubled child was helped back on the straight and narrow by Michael Murphy. A man who truly made a difference to the lives of others. Slàn

Daithí O’ Murchú
Former pupil

Sincere sympathy to Mary, Eamonn, Declan and Catherine on the death of your beloved Michael — husband and
father. We were saddened to hear he had passed away. He was such an inspiring person, family man, and teacher
most supreme. He always put the interests of others above his own, and was forever there to offer a helping hand
when needed. He leaves a void in Roselawn, where he was highly regarded and loved. Indeed he was highly
respected and loved much further afield. To the wider Murphy family we offer our deepest condolences.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time!

May Michael’s kind soul rest in eternal peace.

On behalf of the brereton family we wish to express our condolences. Mr Murphy as he was known to all of us was a gent of a man. May he rest in peace.

Deepest condolences to the family and friends of late Michael Murphy

He was our teacher in the early 1980s at St Thomas School, Jobstown, Tallaght

I have fond memories of his dillegence and kindness to all pupils and their families as we settled into our new West Tallaght community

May he rest in peace...

Sincere condolences to Mary and family on the death of your dear Michael. May the good Lord help all of you through this sad time.

Deepest Condolences to Mary, Eamonn, Declan and Catherine.
I first met Michael at Water Safety National competitions when himself and Sean Murphy were in charge of scores. When I got involved at National level he was a great mentor always offering support...I used his wise advice often. He was passionate about Water Safety education. Through his vision and connections with the Dept of Education and others, he devised the Primary Aquatics Water Safety programme. This had both a pool base and class base section...realising that all children did not have access to pools. He insisted that this be delivered free to schools and secured funding for that. He saw Water Safety introduce a dedicated Education Officer. This programme is still growing with schools and is a great legacy of Michael's. Rest in peace Michael.

Deepest condolences to the Murphy family on the lost of should a incredibly man .He will be so badly missed .RIP

Micheal was a gentleman may he rip

Rip mr Murphy ill always remember u 🙏 u were a brilliant principle to us all in jobstown u will always b remembered Sir always thank you for everything u done xxxx

I was very sad to hear about the passing of Michael. I worked with him on various WS committees over the years and already found him to be very helpful and an absolute gentleman. My condolences to Michael’s family. RIP

My deepest condolences to all of Mr. Murphy's family.
A roll model to so many children including myself at St. Thomas's.
RIP.

Deepest condolences he was a true gentleman 🙏🙏🙏🙏