Claire M. Murphy

Claire Margaret Murphy

It is with great sadness that the family of Claire Margaret Murphy announce her peaceful passing with her loving husband Lawrence Murphy by her side on Sunday, January 25th, 2026 at the Guelph General Hospital in her 87th year. Claire, also affectionately known as Peewee, was the navigator of many trips traveled throughout Canada and the United States making many friends along the way. She was a fierce competitor at the Murphy Olympics and loved bowling and bingo.

Claire will remain in the hearts of her family, Larry Murphy (Sarah), Shelley Price (Jack) grandchildren Dana Farr (Ryan), Cameron Price, Mitchell Murphy (Jenna), Steven Price (Sara), Hunter and Jake Neamtu and great granddaughters, Ensley and Shayla Murphy. 

We would like to thank the doctors and nurses at the Guelph General Hospital 6W for their compassionate care given to Claire in the final days of her life.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 519-822-0051 / www.wallcustance.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation, Guelph, Community Support Services (Alzheimer’s Day Program) would be greatly appreciated by the family.

A tree will be planted in memory of Claire M. Murphy in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.