Sue Ficks Murphy passed away on May 24, 2019. Sue was born in New York City in 1926 to Albert and Ruth Ficks, and was raised in Scarsdale, New York. She graduated from St. Mary’s College, Notre Dame with degrees in Sociology and Theology. Her family moved to Arizona after World War II where she met and married William Murphy. They were married for 58 years until Bill’s death in 2013. She worked for Catholic Social Services and Entz-White Lumber before having a family. Bill and Sue raised four children. She was a devoted mom who loved being involved with all her kids activities – swimming, figure skating, skiing, golf, scouts, and various team sports. She became a USFSA figure skating judge and was active in that field for many years. She took up golf after her children were raised and she and Bill enjoyed playing the sport together. Sue was known for her quick wit, spunky personality, and always loving generosity. She is preceded in death by her husband Bill and son Rick. Sue is survived by her three other children, Ann Cleator (Tom), Mindy (Greg), Mike (Marty), and six grandchildren: Chet and Christopher Cleator, Shannon and Ally Murphy, and Lauren and Will Murphy. At Sue’s request, no services will be held.
Condolences may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com
Lyn Carrell
I will always remember your mother’s wonderful smile and wit. She was a true gem!
Blessings to all of you,
Lyn Bracken Carrell
Jacqueline Sant Edwards
Beautiful picture of your mom in the paper…thinking of you and yours during this “circle of life” time in your lives. God’s strength be with you through the days ahead. Missed you at our Gamma Phi reunion earlier in the month…
Hugs…
Jacque Sant Edwards
Paul S Jones
Very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom and good friend Sue! I did not know her well however the times I was in her company were very enjoyable. She had many wonderful friends and treated ALL as friends.
She is now in the company of our Lord!
In His Grip,
Pablo