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Margaret Idella Via Murphy March 3, 1927 - January 21, 2019

Born: Thursday Mar 3, 1927

Died: Monday Jan 21, 2019

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Margaret Idella Via Murphy, 91, passed away early Monday morning, January 21, 2019, at UNC-Rockingham Rehab and Nursing Care Center in Eden.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, January 23, at First Church of the Brethren with burial to follow at Overlook Cemetery.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service (10 - 11 AM) at the church.

Mrs. Murphy was born March 3, 1927 in Leaksville, North Carolina, to the late Jesse Via, Sr. and Inez Bondurant Via.  She was a graduate of Leaksville High School and an 80+ year member of First Church of the Brethren, after her baptism in August 1939.  Margaret taught Sunday school for 50 years and was a choir member since age 12.  She served as a Deaconess of the church and also served in numerous local clubs and organizations such as, the YMCA, Salvation Army and the Fireman's Auxillary.  

She is survived by daughter, Tammie M. Potts and husband, Paul, of Hickory;  granddaughter, Taylor F. Potts of Wingate;  grandson, Zachary Ian Potts;  and sister-in-law, Eva Ann Via.  

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Richard Murphy;  her three brothers, Jesse Wilbert Via, Jr., Jack Douglas Via, Sr. and Swanson Ray Via;  sisters-in-law, Patsy and Amy Via.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com

Peace be with you. Our condolences for your loss. Jerry & Elayne Garrett
Jerry Garrett
Tammy & Family: We were saddened to hear of your Mom's passing. The neighborhood we grew up in is not the same anymore. We were all neighbors for so many years; ya'll on Victor St our family on Gresham St. We will cherish the memories of seeing your Dad walk daily around the neighborhood. Ms. Margaret outside in the yard or on the screened-in porch always speaking when she saw us going to the store on the Cook Block. We always thought the Murphy yard was the best one to ride our sleigh on when it snowed. With some difficult days ahead, we will be thinking and praying for you and your family.
Crystal Grogan Hawkins & Jill Grogan Slaughter
We have fond memories of Margaret and pray that you are lifted by the prayers being lifted on behalf of those who love her.
Candy & David Smith
Tammy I am so sorry about the loss of your Mother. She was a wonderful Christian lady who was so kind and sweet. Praying God's peace to comfort you in the days ahead. Martha Robertson Bridges
Martha Robertson Bridges

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