Rev. Arthur Wesley Murphy
October 7, 1942 - December 19, 2020
Rev. Wesley Murphy, husband of the late Sherry Prater Murphy passed away, December 19, 2020 at his home. A native of Oconee County, SC, Rev. Murphy was the son of the late Carl Lecurgus and Parilee Tolar Murphy. He was a beloved coach and teacher early in his career. Later, he was called into the ministry where he served many churches in his 20 years. He was a former minister of St. Luke United Methodist Church where he was currently a member. He was an extraordinary husband, father, son, grandfather, and friend who loved Christ. Rev. Murphy is survived by his daughters: Ashli Johnson (John), Christi Williams, and Chanda Knapek (Kurt); brother: Emory Murphy (Joyce); sister: Caren Blair (Alton); and grandchildren: Tori Johnson, Will Henry, Grace Williams, Eric Williams, Tristan Pye, Trevor Pye, and Kyle Knapek. In addition to his wife and parents, Rev. Murphy was preceded in death by two grandchildren: Michael Murphy Williams and Timothy Brian Williams; son-in-law: Michael Jonathan Williams; brothers, Thomas Lee Murphy and Jessie Gordon Murphy. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at St. Luke United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends from 1:00 – 2:00 PM prior to the service at the church. Flowers are accepted. The family is at their respective homes.
Rev. Wesley Murphy, husband of the late Sherry Prater Murphy passed away, December 19, 2020 at his home. A native of Oconee County, SC, Rev. Murphy was the son of the late Carl Lecurgus and Parilee Tolar Murphy. He was a beloved coach and teacher... View Obituary & Service Information