Francis John Murphy Obit

FRANCIS JOHN MURPHY of St. Charles passed away Dec. 3, 2025. He was born on Aug. 23, 1940, to Francis and Ann Murphy in Crosby. He attended the University of Minnesota Duluth where he played four years of football and earned his degree in education. He taught for 34 years in Elgin district U-46 at the elementary level. He remained in contact with several students even after retirement. He is survived by his wife Mary, sister Patricia Koenig, and one niece and several cousins. Services have been held. Donations may be made to the Northern Illinois Food Bank or Bethlehem Lutheran Church.