Judy Neel Murphy

Judy Neel Murphy
Date Died: December 23, 2009

CHICAGO - Judy Neel Murphy ,83, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, December 23, 2009 in Chicago at her home. Judy will be laid to rest at the Aurora Cemetery on Saturday, January 2, 2010 at 10:00 A.M.. Pastor Dale Davenport will be conducting the service. Pallbearers: Mark Beshears, Edward Murphy, Dennis Hollingsworth, Jeff Patrick, James Schmidt, and James Wescott.

A memorial Service will be held in her honor on February 6th at 3:30 PM at the Fourth Presbyterian Church at Michigan Avenue & Delaware Place, in Chicago Illinois.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Northwestern Memorial foundation, 676 N. St. Clair, Suite 2050, Chicago, Illinois 60611, in memory of Judy Neel Murphy, for Dr. Gary Mac Vicar's research on urologic cancers would further Judy's wish for a cure.

Judy Neel Murphy (Julia May Neel) was born in Rhome, Texas, the oldest child of James & Belle Neel.

During her distinguished career, Judy, was the CE0 of the American Association of Diabetes Educators, Executive Director of the American Society of Safety Engineers, President & member of the American Society of Association Executives & The Chicago Society of Association Executives, and a member the Northwestern Alumni Association Council of 100 Women. Judy was a member of the Fourth Presbyterian Church of Chicago, and The Silver Creek Methodist Church in Dowagiac, Michigan.

She is survived in life by her loving husband Ellis Murphy,of Chicago; her daughters: Mary Schmidt, Janet Hollingsworth and husband Dennis, Susan Salinas, Sharon Davenport and husband Dale; her sons: Michael Murphy and wife Jean, Edward Murphy and wife Barbara, Randy Murphy and wife Susan; 13 grandchildren: James Joseph, Jennifer, James Jeffery, Andrea, Phillip, Andrew, Kate, Edward, Matthew, Meghan Jessica, Tanner & Brooke; 4 great grandchildren: Samantha, Lucas, Logan, Mason, and one great grandchild on the way; several nieces & nephews; and a host of friends.

Go in peace wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, mentor and friend.

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Dear Ellis and family,

I had the privilege of knowing and working with Judy during my 12 years on the ASSE Board of Directors. I enjoyed that experience, and Judy and I worked well together. I considered her not only an associate, but a friend.

During my presidency of ASSE in 1986-87, I had the honor of attending the ceremony in Washington, D.C. where Judy was presented with the highest honor that the society of association executives bestows on any member. Ellis, perhaps you recall my attending that event. I am certainly happy that I was able to do that.

I have often thought of Judy since my retirement, and would inquire about her at the annual ASSE conferences I have been able to attend. My sincere sympathy to you all. She was a grand lady in my opinion.

Sincerely,

Bill Nebraska

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My deepest sympathies. I worked for Judy at ASSE. She was always a lady and always made us want to achieve the best for both the members and ourselves. I have thought of her often and remember her telling me, if things get rough, just comb your hair and apply fresh lipstick. That always works. I will miss her.

Mary Caplis

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