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Susan Murphy Fischer, 68 passed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, September 4, 2017 after a battle with cancer. Susan was born on October 21, 1948 in Robinson, Illinois to Pat and Francis Murphy. Susan graduated from Robinson High School and graduated from Eastern Illinois University. Susan worked for Sun Oil Company and then moved to Houston with her son James to work at Cities Service Oil Company. Susan met her husband, Brian at a Houston Astros game and they were married on May 22, 1981. When her son Brandon was born, Susan retired from Cities Service and became a Domestic Goddess and raised her children. Susan and Brian were married 36 years in May of this year. Susan was a Past President of the St. Gerard's Guild at St. Vincent De Paul Church, Past President of the Teresian Women's Club and a volunteer at the Charity Guild of Catholic Women. She was also an avid reader and a member of 2 book clubs here in Houston. Susan's Father, Clarence Leon Murphy and Sara Frances Murphy predeceased her. Susan is survived by her husband, Brian, her son James Shuff and his wife Lindsay and her 2 grandchildren, Owen Shuff and Caleb Shuff, her son Brandon Fischer, and her daughter Courtney Fischer-Brown and her husband, Jason Brown. She is also survived by her brother, David Murphy and his wife Linda, her sisters, Sharon Tobaison and Patricia Murphy.
The viewing will be at Earthman Bellaire Funeral Home, 4525 Bissonnett, Bellaire, Texas 77401 on Friday, September 8, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and the Rosary will begin at 7:00 p.m.. A Memorial Mass will be held on September 9, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Saint Mary's Catholic Chapel, 1714 Rice Blvd., Houston, Texas 77005. In lieu of flowers you may make a donation to one of Susan's favorite charities: Saint Mary's Catholic Chapel or the Charity Guild of Catholic Women.
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September 9, 2017
Amanda McEnroe
I will always remember her welcoming nature, and I loved seeing her at the Saint Agnes track meets. We loved her so much, and we will miss her so much.
September 9, 2017
Will always remember the times we shared as neighbors, sorry to hear about Susan, the Knight family from Robinson.
September 8, 2017
Laura Peterson
Brian,
We were so sad to hear of Susan's passing. The world has lost a goddess. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Laura and Charlie
September 8, 2017
Judi Kiehn
Much love to Susan's family. Her light will shine on always. She was a wonderful friend and classmate to all of us in the Class of '66.
September 7, 2017
Judy Mikeworth-Krathwohl
Thinking of Susan's family as they say goodbye to her...
September 6, 2017
Cathie Bailey
Patricia, love and prayers to you and your family during this time of loss. I am so glad you were together in the end, but very sorry that your sister had to go through this. Know that you are all in my prayers. God bless.
September 6, 2017
Kathy Nelson
Wish we could have been closer; distance just too far! At least you get to see Daddy Pat and my father! May you rest in peace with the Lord!
September 6, 2017
Patricia Murphy
September 6, 2017
Patricia Murphy
Love you so much, My big sister, my best friend, my confidante. Always in my heart. My sweet, Sue.
September 5, 2017
Joseph & Beth Maxey
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
September 5, 2017
Judi Kiehn
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