Shawn Dillon Murphy, 59 went to his heavenly home after a courageous and valiant fight with cancer on Saturday, August 17, 2013. Preceded in death by his parents Robert E. Murphy Sr. and Grace D. Murphy. Brother of Mallory Ann Murphy, Robert E. Murphy Jr. and Kevin P. Murphy. Uncle of Robert E. Murphy III, Kevin P. Murphy Jr., and Lauren R. Murphy.
Shawn graduated from Holy Cross High School and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette (formally USL). He was proud to be a member of the New Orleans Fire Department. He was an avid golfer and liked karate, gardening, fishing and reading. He enjoyed reading books on many diverse topics.
An Irish Celebration of Shawn’s life will be held at J & K Café & Bar, 3700 General Meyer Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70114, Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 1pm. If desired, donations in Shawn’s honor can be sent to AKULA Foundation/Canon Hospice, 1221 Clearview Parkway, Jefferson, La. 70121.