William E. “Bill” Murphy
MEXICO – William E. “Bill” Murphy, 75, of Mexico passed away Friday, Dec. 24, 2021 at the Androscoggin Hospice Home in Auburn
He was born Aug. 28, 1946, in Rumford the son of Clement and Eileen (Butler) Murphy.
Bill graduated from Stephens High School, class of 1965 and married Maryann Belanger Dec. 28, 1968.
Bill owned and operated Murphy the Caterer for several years creating a reputation of providing tasty food with a friendly smile. He was also a life member of the Rumford Elks.
He is survived by his wife Maryann (Belanger) Murphy; two daughters Christine Arsenault and husband Wayne and Denise Davidson and husband Wayne; two step children Kelly Louvat and husband David and Keith Kennedy and companion Kim Patterson; grandchildren Alex Witas and Mariah Witas; a sister Barbara Belanger and husband Laurier; a brother-in-law Charles Day; several nieces and nephews.
Bill was predeceased by his parents and sister-in-law Roberta Day.
Graveside services will be announced during the Spring of 2022.
Online condolences may be shared with his family at http://www.SGThibaultFuneralHome.com
Arrangements are with S G Thibault Funeral Home, 250 Penobscot St., Rumford.
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