Floyd R Murphy

Floyd R. Murphy, age 81, of Greenwood, WI died on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at the Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield, WI.Floyd R. Murphy was born on September 7, 1935 in Christie, WI the son of Fred and Leota (Howard) Murphy. He graduated from Greenwood High School in 1954. On Nov 13, 1954 he was united in marriage to Caroline Cram. He worked as a Millwright for Square D Electrical Co in Milwaukee for 25 years. Floyd then owned and operated the General Store and Feed Mill in Willard, WI. He also built a hog operation on their farm and then worked for Grassland Dairy ordering parts. When he finally retired he loved working around home, visiting family and friends and a little playing at the Casino.He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Caroline, children; Dennis (Sue) Murphy of Thorp, WI, Debbie (Larry) Foster of Eau Claire, WI, Greg (Sherry) Murphy of Thorp, WI Brian (Lori) Murphy of Greenwood, WI and Lori Murphy of Neillsville, 11 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Betty (Baylor) Johnston of New Mexico, a brother, Wayne (Meta) Murphy of Ely, MN and a Sister-in-law, Esther Murphy of Marshfield, WI.Floyd was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Robert Murphy.A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 12, 2017 at the Gesche Funeral Home in Neillsville. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Saturday morning prior to the service.Online Condolences may be made at www.geschefh.com. The Gesche Funeral Home is assisting the Murphy family with funeral arrangements.