Obituary for William Bill Murphy

MR. WILLIAM “BILL” MURPHY, age 80, of Eastman, GA, died Friday, February 27, 2026, at Wellstar MCG in Augusta, GA.

 A family and friends memorial service will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, March 7, 2026, at his niece, Carla Johnson’s pond, 466 Bedsole Road, Eastman, GA 31023.

 Bill was born on October 14, 1945, in Claxton, GA and was of the Christian faith. He attended trade school in Cave Springs, GA where he studied small engine repair. He worked for over 30 years at Wheeler Manufacturing in Macon, GA and later worked for over 6 years at Warner Robins Supply Co. He loved his career as a repairman and putting things together. He was talented at both tasks and took pride in his work as a valuable team member. Mr. Murphy was a loving father, grandfather, and uncle and was affectionately known to his family as “Uncle Bill”. He enjoyed thrift store shopping and fishing. He also loved spending time on Shorty’s Busy Corner in Eastman with his nieces. Bill was loved by everyone and will be forever missed. He was son of the late William John “Willie” Murphy and Essie Lee Holland Murphy, and was preceded in death by 5 Siblings, Wilma Murphy, Ethel Smith, Betty Johnson, Leola Flint, and John David “J.D.” Murphy.

 He is survived by his Daughter – Susan Ellis (Justin) of Pineview; 2 Grandsons – Luke Ellis and Layton Ellis, both of Pineview; Several Nieces and Nephews including - Lisa Johnson (Lynn Bowen) of Rhine, Ginger J. Moody (Morris) of Perry, Carla Johnson and Deedee Tindall (Mike), both of Eastman; Several Great Nieces and Great Nephews including – Stephen Johnson, Kelleye Gamble, Ashley Moody Hughes (Billy), Alex Moody, Caitlyn Johnson, Anthony Johnson (Libby Jones), Casey Brooks, and Brianna Brooks; Numerous Friends.

 The family may be contacted at the residence of Carla Johnson, 466 Bedsole Rd., Eastman, GA 31023.