Obituaries Related to "Murphy" from New York Times Archive
Jack ‘Murph the Surf’ Murphy, Heist Mastermind, Dies at 83
He stole the Star of India and other gems from the Museum of Natural History. Two days later he was under arrest.
Sexual Assault Claims Roiled Gov. Murphy’s Administration, but Inquiries Have Led Nowhere
The scandal has shadowed Gov. Philip D. Murphy for four months, but key questions remain, including who actually hired a top state official accused of sexual assault.
Matt Murphy, Master of Blues Guitar, Is Dead at 88
He was best known for his work with the Blues Brothers, but he had established himself as a mainstay of the Chicago scene long before then.
Tom Murphy, Acclaimed Irish Playwright, Is Dead at 83
His dark works avoided the stereotype of a rural Irish utopia, instead exploring subjects like the county’s famine and its history of emigration.
Jay Thomas, Actor on ‘Murphy Brown’ and ‘Cheers,’ Is Dead at 69
Mr. Thomas, who won two Emmy Awards, was best known for his role as Eddie LeBec, an ice hockey player who was married to the character Carla Tortelli.
Charlie Murphy, ‘Chappelle’s Show’ Star and Eddie’s Brother, Dies at 57
Mr. Murphy is best known for a skit in which he would spoof himself, regaling viewers with stories of his encounters with celebrities like Rick James.
Daniel Murphy Visits Mets and Gets Ring and Video Tribute to Go
The Nationals’ new second baseman, who has showed signs his playoff joy ride might have a lasting impact, was facing the Mets for the first time since helping them win a pennant.
Murphy Anderson, Longtime Artist for DC Comics, Dies at 89
Mr. Anderson would pencil or ink nearly every major series the company published, including Superman and Hawkman.
Mark Murphy, an Unconventional Jazz Vocalist, Dies at 83
Mr. Murphy drew inspiration from such varied sources as the sound of his hometown factory whistle and the words of the Beat novelist Jack Kerouac.
Warren Murphy, Writer and Creator of Remo Williams, Dies at 81
Mr. Murphy, who co-authored the gritty thriller “Created the Destroyer” with Dick Sapir in 1963, wrote many more novels and had credits for movies like “Lethal Weapon 2.”
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Alice and Ellen Kessler, ’60s Singing Sensations, Die at 89
The twin sisters from Germany, who were nightclub stars and regular guests on international variety shows, chose to end their lives together.
Bonnie Munshin, ‘Velvet Hammer’ of a Hamptons Hot Spot, Dies at 84
At Nick & Toni’s, a restaurant beloved by celebrities and locals alike, she managed its coveted prime real estate, keeping everyone happy and the looky-loos at bay.
Sid Davidoff, Powerful Aide to Mayor Lindsay, Dies at 86
In the 1960s and ’70s, he was a brash lieutenant to a young, ambitious, reform-minded mayor and ended up on President Nixon’s “enemies list.”
Bill Ivey, 81, Dies; Quelled Conservative Ire Over U.S. Arts Agency
As the head of the National Endowment for the Arts, Mr. Ivey, a leader in country music, shifted the agency’s focus away from avant-garde work and won more funding.
Alice Wong, Writer and Relentless Advocate for Disability Rights, Dies at 51
Born with muscular dystrophy, she received a MacArthur “Genius” grant in 2024 for her decades of calling attention to the need for equal rights for disabled people.
Todd Snider, Folk Singer With a Wry Wit, Dies at 59
Mentored by the likes of Jimmy Buffett and John Prine, his big-hearted ballads told of heartache even as his humor revealed a steadfast optimism.
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