William Roger Murphy

William Rodger Murphy peacefully passed away on May 28, 2026, with his loving wife and family by his side.

Born on February 13, 1944, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, he was the son of the late Claude and Mildred Murphy.

William served with distinction in the United States Navy from 1961 to 1967 as an Aviation Machinist's Mate aboard the USS Intrepid. During his service, he participated in operations during the Bay of Pigs and the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Throughout his life, William worked as a butcher in his family's store and later spent many years as a general contractor in the building industry.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Florene Murphy; sons Greg Murphy and his wife, Kris, and Don Murphy and his partner, Chiaki; and daughter Jodi Larsen. He is also survived by his brother, Harold Murphy, and sister, Marjorie Murphy.

William was a proud grandfather to Sean Henzler, Hunter Murphy, Devin Murphy, Jordan Larsen, Taylor Larsen, and Abigail Murphy. He was also blessed with 10 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Charles and Richard Murphy; his sister, Janet Murphy; his grandson, Tyler Murphy; and his granddaughter, Logan Larsen.

Service

11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Emmanuel Methodist Church

2800 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32935

A luncheon will follow the service.

Burial

9:30 a.m. Wednesday

Cape Canaveral National Cemetery

5525 U.S. Highway 1 North

Mims, FL 32754

Memorial Donations

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to St. Francis Hospice by:

1. Making a secure online contribution at https://reflectionslsc.org/donateMailing

2. Donating by mail (make checks payable to St. Francis Hospice Foundation)

3. Setting up tribute gifts, memorial tiles, or planned giving Information: (321) 269-4240

William will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his service to his country, and the lasting impact he made on all who knew and loved him.