Stanley Dale Murphy age 62, of Wellfleet, NE passed away January 14, 2016 following a battle with cancer at the VA Hospital in Omaha, NE. Stan was born September 12, 1953 in Holdrege, NE to Charles and Gwendol (Holtz) Murphy. He spent his childhood years in Harris, IA, Ragan, NE and McDonald, KS. The family finally settled in Wray, CO. He proudly served our country in the Air Force from 1972 to 1976. He was stationed at Rantoul Air Force Base in Illinois and Ellsworth Air Force Base in Rapid City, SD. He served as a Missile System Analyst Specialist. He was honorably discharged as a Sergeant from the Air Force in 1976.
In 1972, Stan married Rhonda Barker in Wray, CO. To this union, 3 daughters were born, Dawn, Dana and Laura. Stan married Becky DeVries in 1984 in Wray, CO. With this union, Stan added two step-children to his family, Krista and Aaron.
On September 6, 2003, Stan married Jo Lewis. They were married at the Maloney Lake Inlet in Lincoln County, Nebraska. With this union, he added 3 step-children to his family, Toni, Stephen and Christi. Stan and Jo made their home together on acreage outside of Wellfleet, NE. Here they improved the property by adding a barn and shop all made with Stan’s craftsmanship and love. There, with their favorite four legged “kid,” Corky, they lived and loved each other greatly. Stan held memberships with the North Platte Eagle’s Club and the American Legion of Kearney, NE.
Stan worked many jobs in his life including Corn INC., 1256 Cattle Company, JW Operating, and truck driving for several over the road hauling companies. His most treasured time was spent outdoors woodworking, hunting, fishing and boating. Stan was truly blessed and excited when his outdoor adventures included his grandchildren. He treasured having the opportunity to teach them how to fish, ski and drive a boat. He prided himself on the ability to see how quickly he could toss his grandkids out of the inner tube while pulling the tube behind his boat.
Stan is survived by his wife Jo and canine companion Corky of Wellfleet, NE; children, Dawn (Luis) Ramos of McGregor, TX, Dana (Frank) Miller of Valentine, NE, Laura (Brandon) Schoenthal of Wray, CO, Toni (R.J.) Hazen of Estherville, IA, Stephen (Leann) of McCallsburg, IA and Christi (Christian) Hazen of Estherville, IA; 15 grandchildren, Alex, Michael, Nathan, KayLynn, Cody, Casey, Audrey, Bryant, Alivia, Kaylee, Taylor, Karmen, Devon, Ember, and Kadence; brother, Steve (Kelly) Murphy; sister, Barb (Dick) Dodson; as well as many other family and friends. Stan was preceded in death by his parents, Chuck and Gwen Murphy; infant son Ryan Dale; and infant grandchildren Ryan, Cooper and Cole.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.
Memorial Services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home with the Reverend Tammy Aubushon officiating. Inurnment will be 2:00 p.m. in Arcadia Cemetery with full military honors. Cremation was chosen. Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, January 18th and 19th at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.