Barbara Jane Murphy

Barbara Jane Murphy Passed away Monday November 26, 2018 peacefully in her sleep at home. Barbara was born November 7, 1943 in Minneapolis, MN, the daughter of James and Dorothy (Greise) Gordon. She attended Southern Heights Church. She enjoyed oil painting, playing piano, knitting, reading the Bible, music and visiting her friends especially going out to eat. She was smart and funny and had a twinkle in her eye when she told a joke. She enjoyed her grandkids and playing games with them. Barbara was preceded in death by her former husband Brian Patrick Murphy in 2007. Surviving are two daughters, Bridget (Sean O’Hare) Wallman, Kelly (David) Seelbinder; five grandchildren, Samantha, Ian, Alexandra, Harley, and Tucker. A memorial service will be held 1 pm Saturday December 1, 2018 at Southern Heights Church, Kalamazoo. Memorial contributions may be made to National Institute of Mental Health. Arrangements by Redmond Funeral Home, 4100 S. Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49008 (269) 343-6156. www.redmondfuneralhomes.net