News Release

WARSAW — A new fund has been set up at the Kosciusko County Community Foundation in honor of the late Troy Murphy.

Troy Murphy

The Troy Murphy Memorial Fund was established by Murphy’s family to provide support to Tippecanoe Valley High School’s Life Skills Class, which benefits special needs students.

Murphy passed away in 2021 at the age of 56. Prior to his passing, he had been a resident at Cardinal Services in Warsaw, where he made many new friends.

Born in 1965 to Paul L. and Beverly Sue Murphy, Murphy lived most of his life in the Akron area with his mother. He was a graduate of Tippecanoe Valley High School with the Class of 1983, where he took part in the special education Life Skills program. He was also a manager for the varsity baseball team during his four years of high school, earning his varsity letter.

“Troy was a die-hard Viking,” said Jeff Murphy, Murphy’s eldest brother. “He was loved by so many in the school and in the community. We want this fund to honor Troy’s memory by supporting the special education program that enriched his life.”

After high school, Murphy worked at Viking Foods in Akron for 27 years and loved his time with the company. He was well-known and beloved by customers and members of his community.

Murphy was a member of the Silver Creek Church of God in Silver Lake. He was also a member of the Akron Lions Club and eager to help with any task. He participated in the Special Olympics of Fulton County, competing in track and bowling.

He also enjoyed shooting baskets and took up bocce ball later in life. Murphy was also a regular attendee of “Camp We-Can” in Rochester.

Murphy moved to Cardinal Services in 2017 where he became an active member of the community. He loved to be highly involved and to get to know everyone. During his time at Cardinal, Murphy made an enormous impact and will be remembered for his determination and enthusiasm for life.

The Troy Murphy Memorial Fund was established by Murphy’s brothers and sisters-in-law,  Jeff and Tami Murphy, Warsaw; Bryan and Tracy Murphy, Akron; and Ryan and Becky Murphy, Rochester.