Dana McNiel MURPHY
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of our husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend Dana McNeil Murphy. With his wife by his side, Dana passed peacefully on March 19, 2024. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 48 years Violet Murphy and his children Sarah Garcia (Jon), Erin Murphy, Amanda Forestier (Danny), Megan Murphy (Brandon), Shannon Herman (Shawn) and grandchildren Kasey, Danilo, Malaya, Grace, Bella, Jayden, Sutton, and Reese and brother Dorrance (Buster) and two sisters Debbie and Deena. Dana is predeceased by his parents Alton and Vera Murphy and brother Durwood (Tiny) Murphy.
Dana was born in Sweetsburg, Quebec, on February 19, 1952. He ventured to Gibsons, BC, where he met the love of his life Violet. They later settled in Hinton, AB, where they raised their five daughters. Dana was an avid fisherman and hunter who spent many hours trying to catch fish with his dear friend Tony Lancaster. Later in life, Dana found his love of swimming which was encouraged by his loving friend and swim instructor Anne Resek. A cherished memory for Dana’s daughters and grandchildren is the smell of Dana’s homemade bread.
Dana’s family is extremely grateful for the wonderful and compassionate care that he received from the supportive staff at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. In particular, the rehabilitation team was a highlight for Dana in his final months.
As per Dana’s wishes, a celebration of life will be held on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at Parkview Hall at 9135-146 St, NW, Edmonton, Alberta at 1:00 pm
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Dana’s name to the Stollery Children’s Hospital.
Dana was a wonderful husband and Dad. He was a valiant soldier in his lifelong struggle with MS. He will be missed.
Dana will be missed .I can still see that smile when he and Jessie would joke .his greatest love was his wife and girls and grandchildren. Prayers to all .
prayer to the family
The loss of someone special is heartbreaking. Dana was a wonderful, caring, loving man who will be greatly missed. Words can not express how sorry we all are for your loss. He fought a courageous battle and always had a smile on his face. All our love, Eva Forestier and family.
All our love to Danny, Amanda, Sarah, Jon, Grace, Bella, Nilo and Malaya – we are thinking you in this hard time.
Love, Marcelo, Erin, Sofia and Joaquin Lafuente
Dana was a nice brother in law to me, one that I was always happy to see and visit with. My deepest sympathies to Violet and her girls. I love you.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our thoughts are with you! Love the Aiken-Baileys. 💗💗
So sorry! I clearly remember Dana’s joie de vivre, his smile and teasing approach to life. God bless you all.
Dana was a hell of a strong willed tough fella and I am extremely proud to call him my cousin.
Everyone from the Holmes’ give our most sincere condolences to Violet and the girls along with their families.
Love and prayers
Dana was a very special nephew in my life (and of course his late Uncle Dennis’ life also). God Bless Violet, her five daughters and all their families. Love all of you…oxxo
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dana will be greatly missed.
Sorry to hear of Dana’s passing. May you all find comfort in all your memories together. Thinking of you all and sending love. Jim and Penny
Our deepest condolences to you and the girls and their families.He was a great man 🙏🏻
Megan, my deepest condolence to you and your family. I’m so sorry to hear about his loss. Throughout the years I know how much you loved through talking about him. May his gentle soul rest in peace🙏🏽❤️❤️
Our hearts go out to Vi and all the family.
We live too far away to get many visits but will always remember the good times going camping and fishing and just getting together over a coffee.
All our love, Bernice and Allan Feuerbach
All my love to you Vi , ” the Murphy girls ” and your families.
I know Tony was waiting there with tears in his eyes and smile on his face and said let’s go fishing my friend.
My deepest condolences to Vi, girls & their families. Dana was a much loved husband , dad & grandpa who will be missed. My memories of Dana is the laughter he shared with Joe over the years. They were two peas in a pod, always laughing & a smile & on their faces. I know they are both sharing a joke together, a laugh & seeing what mischief they can conjour up. RIP Dana you fought the good fight with dignity, humour, humility & left a lasting legacy to your family. You will be missed dear friend 🙏
My sincere condolences to you Viv and your family.I will treasure Dana’s words of wisdom to his funny jokes . We had such great visits when he was on the bus . Such a great man . Joe and him will be having some great laughs . Keep on fishing Dana !
Vi and family, we were so sorry to hear of Dana’s passing.
We send you our love and prayers.
We are heartbroken. Dana was an amazing person. I’ve never met someone with such strength and resiliency!
Dana our memories will last forever. Always and forever in our hearts❤️.
Love Della, Mathew, Hillary, Hunter, Edrien and Oakleigh😘🥰
I am so sorry to hear about Dana. I used to look forward to his trips on the bus and enjoyed humour and company. Rest in peace Dana