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Edward Murphy

By T.J. Woodward

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Edward Murphy, 50, of Batavia, formally of New York City passed away peacefully on Wednesday March 29, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on May 24, 1966 in New York City to the late John and Lucy (Pascalli) Murphy.

Edward enjoyed the simple things in life. Elton John’s music, his favorite football teams the New York Giants, Mets baseball and Knicks basketball. He will be remembered most for his humor and contagious laugh. He will forever be our gentle giant.

He is survived by his siblings; Anna (Frank) Inman of FL., Donna Murphy of Queens, Patricia (Glenn) Hammond of Batavia, Johnny (Laura) Murphy of NYC, Joseph Murphy of PA., Cathy Murphy of NYC and Robert Murphy of NYC, along with many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday April 1, 2017 from 11:00AM-12:00PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 12:00 noon Funeral Service will immediately follow visitation at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesee County Mental Health 5130 East Main St. Rd. Suite #2 Batavia, New York 14020. For more information please call (585) 343-8260 or to sign a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.

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