Lawrence Patrick Murphy

Lawrence Patrick Murphy, age 88, of Toledo, OH passed away March 2, 2025 at Aspen Grove Assisted Living, Lambertville, MI. He was born August 23, 1936 in Bradford, PA to Francis and Frances (Behan) Murphy.

In addition to his parents, Lawrence was also preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Joan Murphy, sister, Sara Murphy and grandson, Mark Deloach. He is survived by his wife, Darri Murphy; children, Timothy (Rick) Murphy, Kat (Ralph) Ludwig, Kevin (Holly) Murphy, Darril (Sylvia) Dixon, Amanda (Jason) Yeary and Dan (Gabby) Low; Mary Kienzle, 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

Lawrence graduated from The University of Notre Dame and was an avid Fighting Irish fan. He served as the Director of the Child Study Institute for 30 years and found his second calling teaching at The University of Toledo and Lourdes University for over 20 years. He was well loved in the community and by his students for his service and dedication. His time at the Child Study Institute was awarded with a Mayor’s proclamation.

The family would like to thank the staff at Fulton County Hospital and Aspen Grove Assisted Living for their exceptional care and kindness during Lawrence’s last few weeks.

The family will receive guests on Sunday, March 30th from 1:00 to 5:00 at Newcomer SW Chapel, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo (419-381-1900). The Funeral Mass will be held Monday, March 31st at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 2255 Central Grove Toledo, OH 43614. A luncheon will be held after mass and burial will follow at Toledo Memorial Park Cemetery, 6382 Monroe, Sylvania, OH at 2:30.

Memorial contributions may be made to in Lawrence's memory to Lourdes University.

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