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Martha “Rose” Murphy

March 2, 1936 - February 15, 2022
Visitation
Singleton and St. Pierre
7602 Madison Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46227
317-882-0771 |
Saturday 2/19, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Service
Singleton and St. Pierre
7602 Madison Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46227
317-882-0771 |
Saturday 2/19, 1:30 pm

Martha “Rose” Murphy85, died February 15, 2022 in Indianapolis. She was born March 2, 1936 in Rising Sun, IN to Alfred and Mary (Jenner) Pavey. Rose graduated from Rising Sun High School in 1954, then worked in the clerical pool of the FBI office in Indianapolis. Rose married Leroy Murphy of Indianapolis on Nov. 18, 1956. They had 4 children who survive: Dr. Duane (Anita) Murphy, Bryan Murphy, Dr. Shannon (Tom) Pinson, and Lloyd (Libby) Murphy. After raising her children she worked as administrative assistant at Central Christian Church in Indianapolis and later at Lawrence United Methodist Church. Rose married her 2nd husband, Don Leckrone, on Feb. 18, 2012. He preceded her in death. Rose is survived by 8 grandchildren: Joshua (Ellie) Murphy, Charlotte, Patrick, and Collin Murphy, Marisa Pinson and Liana (Bryce) Bartkowiak, Jordan and Claire Murphy; 3 great-grandchildren: Zipporah & James Murphy, and Noah Lockhart; 3 brothers: Charles (Joan) Pavey, Tom (Shirley) Pavey and Jim (Sherry) Pavey; and 4 sisters: Helen (Phill) Owens, MaryLou (Doug) Sieben, Dottie (Bill) Roth, and Georgia Pavey. She was preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers: John and Bob Pavey; and 2 sisters: Betty Doughman and Ruth Pavey. She was a member of Edgewood United Methodist Church where she presided over the United Methodist Women, sang in the chancel choir, and served in other committees and volunteer positions. She also served as a delegate to the Indiana Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. A funeral service will be held Saturday, February 19, at 1:30 PM at Singleton & St. Pierre Funeral & Cremation Services, 7602 Madison Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, 46227. The service was streamed on Facebook:Friends may visit the family before the service beginning at 12:00 Noon. Burial will follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Greenwood. The family requests that guests wear facemasks during all indoor gatherings. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Memory of Rose Murphy to: Edgewood United Methodist Church, 1820 E Epler Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227, or Franciscan Health Palliative Care-Indianapolis at franciscanhealthfoundation.org / Central Indiana / Palliative & Hospice Care

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Visitation
Singleton and St. Pierre
7602 Madison Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46227
317-882-0771 | Map
Saturday 2/19, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Service
Singleton and St. Pierre
7602 Madison Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46227
317-882-0771 | Map
Saturday 2/19, 1:30 pm

Martha “Rose” Murphy85, died February 15, 2022 in Indianapolis. She was born March 2, 1936 in Rising Sun, IN to Alfred and Mary (Jenner) Pavey. Rose graduated from Rising Sun High School in 1954, then worked in the clerical pool of the FBI office in Indianapolis. Rose married Leroy Murphy of Indianapolis on Nov. 18,Continue Reading

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Janice Leckrone Brett left a message on February 21, 2022:
Condolences to the family. Glad to be able to be there.
JAMES Hancock Hancock left a message on February 20, 2022:
Sorry about your loss
Lucy DeMichele left a message on February 20, 2022:
On behalf of the DeMichele / Green Family, you have our Deepest sympathies. Rose was our Sunday school teacher and became a well-loved person in our family. She and Don's Christmas ornament hangs on our tree every year. She will be deeply missed by my family, especially by my kids. We were very blessed to have known her. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
James E. Anderson left a message on February 19, 2022:
James E. and Linda J. Anderson, 734 Front Royal Drive, Indianapolis IN 46227 What a wonderful lady and full of Christ's Spirit. She will be missed by all who knew her. She always had a kind word even if we had seen one another. She always knew who we were.
Cappy Murphy left a message on February 19, 2022:
Deepest sympathies to all who knew Rose. My children were blessed to have such a wonderful person for their grandma.
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Chuck & Margaret Buehler left a message on February 19, 2022:
Our heartfelt condolences to all the Murphy family at this difficult time. Rose was a loving person who will be missed.
Jeanne & Rick Heil-Chapdelaine left a message on February 18, 2022:
Duane & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss and wish we could be there to support you this weekend. We loved Rose's beautiful smile and laugh. She will be missed. Love, Jeanne and Rick
Kim Bethea left a message on February 18, 2022:
Sincerest condolences. Will continue my prayers during these difficult days.
Doug & Lori Stevens left a message on February 18, 2022:
Bryan & Family,
On behalf of the Stevens Family,
Our Condolences and Prayers for you and your family in the loss of your Mother
Bryan Fink left a message on February 18, 2022:
She was a beautiful woman inside and out. And a woman of faith. Now I know where you get it. I will continue to be in prayer for you. I am here for you whenever you need.
Margaret Lance left a message on February 17, 2022:
Rose, raised one great daughter (my sister-in-law) and was herself a lovely woman. I have many great memories of her and family time spent on trips and visits. I remember when we moved my mom and dad down south. Rose came and helped us clean out and pack up their house. She didn't have to do it but that's who she was. A helper and get things done sorta lady. I am so sorry for your loss but know we will see her again in God's glory. Much love to all. Margaret (Muggie) Lance.
Rick & Diana Collins left a message on February 17, 2022:
So very sorry for your loss. Rose was a sweet lady. We remember when she participated in our Sunday school class at Shiloh UMC, in Jasper.
Faye Seaberg left a message on February 17, 2022:
So sorry for your loss. She was a creative, beautiful lady and raised an amazing family.
Kirsti Contreras left a message on February 17, 2022:
I have sweet memories of Rose. One of my favorites was when she and Don came to the Tahoe family reunion then drove to our house to go to church and lunch with us. Such a nice time together. She is loved and will be very missed. ❤ Sending love from the Contreras family in California.
Steve Pavey left a message on February 17, 2022:
I have such fond memories of Aunt Rose from when I was growing up in Indiana. Mickey and I are sending love from Colorado to the cousins ❤
St. Pierre Family left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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