- Winnipeg Free Press Passages
- All Titles
Search:
Notices are posted by 10 am Monday through Saturday
SHAUN CHRISTOPHER MURPHY
Born: Oct 25, 1974
Date of Passing: May 06, 2008
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemorySHAUN CHRISTOPHER MURPHY Shaun Christopher Murphy, son of Brian and Carol Murphy passed away suddenly on May 6, 2008 at his home in Winnipeg. Shaun was born on October 25, 1974 in Winnipeg, MB. He graduated from Silver Heights in 1992. Most of his life was spent in Winnipeg, although his adventurous spirit took him east and west and across Canada several times. Shaun was a self-taught and proficient carpenter who owned Lumberlovers, a local wood recycling business. He was the best to Becky, his partner and the most devoted, committed and loving father to his son, Ben River. Shaun was a teacher to many and constantly shared his passions with others. He seized opportunities and adventure everyday of his life. Canoeing, cutting wood and building fires were just a few of his many pass times. Shaun thrived when he was outdoors. He was a generous host and would welcome anyone into his home. He made friends with most who came along his path. Shaun valued his local surroundings, be it in nature, neighbors, resources and art. He had true strength of character and was dedicated to working hard for what he believed in. Shaun is survived by his son Ben River, partner Becky Thiessen, parents Brian and Carol Murphy, as well as brother and sister-in-law Trevor and Kathy Murphy, sister and brother-in-law Lisa and Trevor Pischke, niece Jamie, uncles and aunts Barb and Bill Troniak cousin Dana and Andrew Willms (children Eva and Micah) John and Anthea Morton and cousin Tim Thunder bay relatives and many many friends who will miss him dearly. A funeral service and gathering will take place at the Northern Sun Farm on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. For directions, service and ridesharing details, and to post comments and memories about Shaun, please visit shaunchristophermurphy.blogspot.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to a trust fund in the name of Ben River Kakoske at any Assiniboine Credit Union.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 09, 2008
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
-
I was saddened by his passing, many years ago. I never forgot Shaun, and have many memories of him. That's probably why I am writing now, and why he will live on in our memories and heart. - Posted by: Phil (Co worker, friend ) on: Mar 06, 2021
-
I worked with Shaun for a few hours over several days at Gerald Brown's garage. What a neat guy! Gentle, caring, co-operative...just very likable all around! I saw his huge pile of composters in his back yard a few times too. He cared much for the earth and for his neighbors. Seemed all the folk who came by th garage knew him! Even after such a brief aquiantence, I'll miss him too. Becky, keep your chin up! The sun will shine again! - Posted by: Dan Block (Friend) on: May 10, 2008