Glenda Murphy

Glenda Elsie Murphy, 73, passed away on July 10, 2020.

Glenda was born October 26, 1946 in Des Moines to Glenn and Elsie (Turner) Murphy. She graduated from Lincoln High School. Glenda retired from Blank Children’s Hospital, where she had worked in Housekeeping for many years. She loved working at Blank, her co-workers, the patients and their families fulfilled her life. Glenda received many beautiful cards and letters over the years from the families she helped serve. She also loved her cats and enjoyed spending time with them.

Glenda is survived by her partner, Carl Young; brother, Bob (Katie) Murphy; sisters-in-law, Mary Murphy and Linda Murphy; her nieces and nephews, Gene, Theresa, Patrick, Paula, Barbara, Holly, Derek, Kevin, Bob Jr., Robin, Vickie, Bill, Jeff, Tricia and Michelle and their families; cousin and best friend, Wendy; as well as a host of extended family and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Larry (Betty), Eric Sr. and Bill Murphy; her nephews, Larry Jr, Eric Jr and Brian; and her niece, Angie.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, July 17, 2020 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Blank Children’s Hospital in loving memory of Glenda.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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