Betty Louise Murphy, 91, formerly of Center Township, passed away peacefully in Martha’s Vineyard in Masschusetts on November 3rd, 2025, where she had made her home for the past six years.

She was born on October 19th, 1934, a daughter of the late Elsie R. (Engle) Patton and Phillip T. Patton Sr. of Center Township. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edward T. Murphy Jr. and her siblings, Phillip Patton Jr. and Barbara Rishel. She is survived by her sons and families: Edward T. (and Roberta) Murphy III of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, John P. (and Randy Jardin) Murphy of Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts and Kevin D. (and Ronni) Murphy of Phillipsburg, Pennsylvania. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Heather (and wife Ashley) of Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts and Justin Murphy of Pawtucket, Rhode Island. She is also survived by her siblings: William R. Patton, Terry Patton, Edward Patton, and Ellen Eberhardt; as well as their families.

Betty was a proud graduate of Monaca High School with the Class of 1952 who began her career at St. Jo Lead shortly after graduation. She was also a dedicated member of the Pennsylvania State Grange and a longtime member of North Branch United Presbyterian Church in Monaca. On September 28th, 1957, Betty married the love of her life, Edward Thomas Murphy, Jr. Together they built a beautiful life and raised their three sons. The family later settled in Barrington, Rhode Island, a community Betty cherished deeply. She worked for the Town of Barrington for nearly 30 years, all while being a devoted wife, mother and friend.

After retirement, Betty returned to her family homestead in Center Township, where she enjoyed reconnecting with her roots and spending time with family. In her later years, she found joy and comfort living on Martha’s Vineyard, a place where she had long spent much of her free time and held many fond memories, surrounded by the love of her family, friends and the island’s natural beauty. “Bound for the Island” was something you would famously hear Betty quote.

Family and friends will be received at 12 noon on Friday, November 21st, at North Branch United Presbyterian Church, 139 N Branch Rd, Monaca. Graveside service to follow in Union Cemetery, 1346 Chapel Road, Monaca. Arrangements have been entrsuted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Betty’s name to your local animal shelter, a cause close to her heart.