Walter Paul Murphy

Walter “Paul” Murphy, 81, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on June 4, 2025. Paul was born to the late William & Frances (Ensminger) Murphy on February 8, 1944, in Indianapolis. Paul attended Beech  Grove High School and was in the graduating class of 1962. Shortly after, Paul would begin his 50-year career at Kroger Bakery in the sweet goods department. He retired as Inventory Control Buyer in 2012.

Inspired by his Grandfather who was a Conductor for the B&O Railroad, Paul was an avid HO railroad train buff and shared his love of trains with his sons and grandson. He was also a transit token collector and enjoyed buying and selling at the yearly conventions.

Kindness and respect were key, along with teaching his 2 boys how to do many different skills. He was very active with his sons in Cub Scouts and Webelos. The Pinewood Derby was always a fun father/son event that they looked forward to each year. Paul could often be found coaching little league baseball for many years, making him a very proud and happy dad. Family vacations were filled with laughter and lots of birthday cake, because it seems the family was always traveling in a special week in June!

Paul was often referred to as a “gentle giant” and will be missed by his family and friends.

Paul is survived by his loving wife of 60 years; Anna Marie (Re) Murphy, sons; Michael  (Nancy) Murphy, and David (Kori) Murphy, grandchildren; Emily (Oscar) Thomas, Will Murphy, Olivia Murphy, and Maggie Murphy, all of which were near and dear to his heart, great-grandson; Franklin Murphy Thomas, who would make Paul smile from ear to ear just to see him. He is also survived by his sisters; Patty Coulter and Mary (Dan) Pease, and many Irish Cousins.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 4:00pm-7:00pm at O’Riley -Branson Funeral Service & Crematory (6107 S. East Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46227. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, June 9, 2025, at St. Jude Catholic Church (5353 McFarland Road, Indianapolis, Indiana, 43237) at 10:00am, with visitation starting 45 minutes prior to the start of Mass at the Church.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made in Paul’s honor to: St. Jude Church Capital Campaign Fund, 5353 McFarland Road, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46237.

Please visit www.orileybranson.com to leave a memory of Paul or to sign the online guest book.