Kathleen K. Murphy

Kathy Murphy, 73, of Bryan, Texas, passed away peacefully at her home on March 31, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Lufkin, Texas, and shared 54 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Billy Murphy. Together, they built a life filled with love, faith, and dedication to their family and community.

She was preceded in death by her parents, EJ Koon and Ray and Dimple Walker; her brother, Jack Koon; and her granddaughter, Allyson Bridwell.

She is survived by her husband, Billy; her sister Karolyn Anthony, her children, Shane Murphy and his wife, Janise, and Melany Wolfe and her husband, Bryan; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, always putting the needs of others before her own.

A retired schoolteacher, Kathy dedicated her life to educating kindergarten, first, and second graders. She earned her Master’s Degree in Education and was deeply passionate about shaping young minds. Her kindness, patience, and love for teaching left a lasting impact on generations of students.

A woman of strong Christian faith, she found great joy in serving others. She loved going to the lake, cooking, reading, and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Her home was always open, and she had a special way of making everyone feel welcomed, included, and cared for. Above all, she was someone who always showed up for others—offering love, support, and a listening ear whenever it was needed.

Her presence will be deeply missed, but her legacy of love, faith, and kindness will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

A visitation and memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center in Corrigan on Saturday, April 5 from 2:00-4:00. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Aggieland Pregnancy Outreach designated for Ally’s Place in memory of Kathy Murphy.