SUE ELLEN MURPHY
Sue Ellen Murphy passes away in Georgia
Sue Ellen Murphy, in BJ Marketing and Advertising for
years, passed away March 12 in Peachtree City, Georgia. Her funeral took place March
16 in Mowell Funeral Home in Peachtree City.
She also worked for Ohio Bell, the West Side Leader.
In 1974 Sue and her previous husband, Ron Sattler,
saved the 1891 Copley Ohio Train Depot from being destroyed. They had it relocated
to it current Copley Road location and formed the Copley Historical Society.
Sue married Michael Murphy in 1988 in a Stan Hywet
Hall wedding. Sue was born to Charles and Ethel Reed. Her siblings are Charles
Gene Reed, Lawrence Russsel Reed.
Sue’s children are David Sattler,Jeff Sattler, Kelly Batcho,
Michael Murphy, Jr., Laura Neal, Caroline Smith. She has 16 grandchildren and12
great-grandchildren.
Sue’s obituary:
Sue Ellen Murphy, born on
October 17, 1937, in Akron, Ohio, peacefully passed away on March 12, 2024 in
Peachtree City, Georgia. She was surrounded by her loving family at the time of
her passing. Sue lived a remarkable life of kindness and dedication, leaving
behind a legacy that will forever be cherished.
Sue
graduated from Garfield High School in 1955, where she developed many lifelong
friends. Sue's professional journey began with Ohio Bell Telephone Company.
Later, she embraced an administrative role at the Akron Beacon Journal,
supporting the VP of Marketing and Advertising with unwavering professionalism.
Her contributions to the West Side Leader further showcased her newspaper
skills.
In
1974, Sue, and her previous husband Ron Sattler, organized a team of community
leaders to save the 1891 Copley Ohio Train Depot from destruction. Their quick
action stopped the railroad’s demolition process and saved the depot, which
they helped relocate to it’s current location on Copley Road. In the process,
they also proudly formed the Copley Historical Society.
Sue
met her loving husband, Michael Murphy, on March 9, 1980, at Larry’s Main
Entrance in Akron, Ohio. The next date was at a Saint Patrick’s Dance which
started the 4-year date before marrying on April 9, 1988, at historic Stan
Hywet Hall. Sue was so proud of joining her and Mike’s adult children and their
children into one beautiful, laughing, and loving family. Later, they finished
their work careers, played lots of golf, explored many great restaurants, and
experienced plenty of the Akron area nightlife.
One
of her favorite meals was taking the family to Belgrade Gardens for the best
fried chicken dinner around. Sue was also a fabulous cook, and many thought she
could have been a professional food and book critic.
After
many vacations to their condo home on Hilton Head Island, Sue and Mike
relocated there permanently in 2006. Sue, being an adventurous person, found
the best places to enjoy their new island lifestyle. Along with entertaining
many family visitors, she also enjoyed thrift stores and antique shops. She was
still thrifting right up to the week before departing us.
Sue
Ellen is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Ethel Reed, her brothers
Charles Gene Reed and Lawrence Russel Reed, her stepson Kevin Murphy, and her
ex-husband Ronald Sattler.
In
her personal life, Sue Ellen left behind her loving husband Michael J. Murphy,
her children David (Janet) Sattler, Jeff (Karen) Sattler, Kelly (Mark) Batcho,
and her bonus children Michael (Katherine) Murphy Jr., Laura (Mark) Neal,
Caroline (Lonnie) Smith, grandchildren Nicole (David) Palmer, Katie (Ryan)
Strine, Joe Sattler, Jenny (Stephen) Harris, Bobby (Tracy) Sattler, Tyler
Penrose, Travis Batcho, Erin (Will) Diver, Hannah Murphy, Patrick Murphy, Abby
Neal, Casey Neal, Ryan (Marella) Murphy, Kayla Murphy, Jessica Murphy, Josh
Smith, along with 12 great-grandchildren and many cherished friends
Sue
always had a smile on her face and while she might not have been the life of
the party, her humor and social skills brought life to the party. She loved her
country rides, peach picking, finding the best ice cream, and there were few
roadside stands she didn’t explore. Sue’s passion for enjoying life was huge.
While
we mourn Sue’s loss, we find solace in the memories she created and the lives
she touched with her grace and compassion. Her spirit will live on in the
hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her. Sue's legacy of hard
work, love, and kindness will continue to inspire all who were blessed to be a
part of her life. She wants us all to love one another, read a good book or a
bad book that might turn out to be good, listen to some good and bad music, and
watch a good movie. She will miss us all dearly, as we will miss her. May she
rest in peace, knowing that her legacy of love and devotion will be remembered
for generations to come.
A
memorial service will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the
Chapel of Mowell Funeral Home, Peachtree City. The family will receive friends
from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM prior to the service at the funeral home.
In
lieu of flowers, Sue requested donations to the American Heart Association.
We
welcome you to provide your condolences, thoughts, and memories on our Tribute
Wall.
Mowell
Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Peachtree City, www.mowells.com
