Terence Eugene (Terry) Murphy

4th February 1944 - 23rd May 2026
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St Theresa of Lisieux Church, Perth Street, Invercargill
Saturday 30 May 2026, 11:00AM
Open live stream

 

Murphy, Terence Eugene (Terry)

Passed away peacefully at home with his wife by his side on Saturday 23rd May 2026. Aged 82 Years.

Devoted and loving husband of Cheryl.

Treasured father, father-in-law and friend of Anita*, Latesha and Jordan, Sarah and Cody.

Adored Pop of Kaydie, Jesse, Willow, Laurent, Trelise, Austin, Zoe, Raine, and Amaiya.

Loved son of Thomas* and Anne*

Loved brother and brother-in-law of Kevin and Wendy, Judith, and Dianne.

Respected colleague, and friend to many. R.I.P.  The family wish to thank Southland Hospice, Dr Khan and Kirsty of Waikiwi Medical Centre, Southland Hospital, and The Royal District Nurses that all cared for Terry.

Requiem Mass to celebrate and honour Terry’s life will be held 11am, on Saturday 30th May 2026 at St Theresa of Lisieux Church, Perth Street, Invercargill. Private cremation to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice South are appreciated. 

Messages may be sent to 28 Kildare Place, Invercargill 9810 or to Terry’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link of the service is available. (*denotes deceased)

 

Messages

Sending love and prayers as you mourn the loss of a special man, highly respected and admired by all that worked alongside him. Rest in peace Terry🙏
Lorna Layton , Shannon
Greatly missed for his love and attention to Fay and Maureen.
Condolences to all
John and Sinéad Slow, Invercargill
Sad loss of a friend and colleague who could always be relied on to have your back
Spoke to Terry last week and he was quite bright and cheerful
Always put his family first and I am sure he will be sadly missed. RIP my friend Terry
Lawrie Ferrie , Christchurch
Very sad to hear the passing of such a great man. I worked with Terry at one Manawatu prison for a number of before he left, He was a man of great stature physically and morally. My thoughts go out to all affected by the loss of such a man, none more so than his family. Rest in peace Terry.
Ian, Palmerston North
Very sad to hear the passing of such a great man. I worked with Terry at one Manawatu prison for a number of before he left, He was a man of great stature physically and morally. My thoughts go out to all affected by the loss of such a man, none more so than his family. Rest in peace Terry.
Ian, Palmerston North
Terry was my boss at Manawatu Prison and a friend to both me and my wife 'Itu. He was a real character and we both have fond memories of him. Condolences to Cheryl and family
Don Owen, Pukekohe
Mr Murphy we share the same birthday. I have fond memories of our Linton Camp days and the times spent with the Murphys . We even got our dog Bosley from you. Thinking of you all at the sad time as well as the tragic passing of Anita. Love to you all Paula
Paula Stace (Jensen), Wellington
Mr Murphy we share the same birthday. I have fond memories of our Linton Camp days and the fun times spent with the Murphys. We even got our dog Bosley from you. Thinking of you all at this sad time and the devastating passing of Anita. Love to you all x
Paula Stace (Jensen), Wellington
So sorry to hear of Terry’s passing my sincere condolences go out to you all
Norm Hopper , Ashhurst
Murf, you were a great workmate and friend I am going to miss our chats for sure! You were a great man to work with
Condolences to your whanau and friends!
All the best mate and love and condolences to your whanau x x x x x x xx
Bill Thurston, Auckland
Much love and hugs from geoff and Michelle. Xoxox
Michelle baxter, Cheltenham
We remember with much gratitude how Terry attended on our parents in their declining years. So wonderful.

I remember the new years picnic at Waipiata domain where Terry cleaned up in the bike race using the fixed wheel machine. Nobody got near him!
He was a musician to envy in the days before mass media.
Go well Terry
Love from Eugene Brenda Justin Gina Simon Alice James and Sean
Eugene and Brenda, Northland

Dear Mrs Murphy, Latesha, Sarah and families,

I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Mr Murphy. He was such a wonderful character, musician and family man. Some of my happiest childhood memories were spent at your house - from riding horses to afternoons on the trampoline and in the pool. I will never forget the overwhelming joy when your family surprised me on my 12th birthday with Bosley, the puppy from your beloved Kelly. Your family always made me feel incredibly welcome, and I remember fondly Mr. Murphy's warmth and kindness during those formative years.

Please know that I am thinking of you all and sending my deepest condolences during this incredibly difficult time, especially following the heartbreaking loss of Anita.

With sympathy and love to you all xx

Anita Jensen-Brown, Brighton, UK
Dear Cheryl & girls & families. What a beautiful tribute to truly lovely man. Remembering all the good times we had in Linton. RIP Terry. Much love to you Cheryl & whanau xx
Shirley Grieve , Mission Beach Qld Australia
Cheryl and family
Lovely service to a wonderful kind man.
Our thoughts and love are with you all tat this very sad time.
Murray Mercer and family
Murray Mercer, Palmerston North
What a touching send off for Murf.
My condolences to All of Murfs cherished whanau and his forever sweetheart.
What an lucky man he was to be so truly loved by you all.
Charlotte Horton, Taihape / ex Manawatu Prison Nursery