Obituary of Terrence F. Murphy

Terrence F. “Terry” Murphy, age 71, of Joliet, passed away peacefully, Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, with his loving wife by his side.

Born January 29, 1949 in Joliet, to the late Vernon B. and Dolores (Wedic) Murphy, he was a lifelong Joliet area resident and a graduate of Joliet Catholic High School, Class of 1967, and Joliet Junior College.  Terry retired from Exelon Collins Generating Station as an electrical operator after many years of service.  He was also a full-time professional magician, past president of the Society of American Magicians, and a member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Survived by his loving wife, Jo Ann (nee Mikan) Murphy of Joliet; two daughters, Shannon (Joseph) Steg of Channahon and Kelly (Todd) Stengel of Minooka; five grandchildren, Brendon, Mason and Victoria Steg and Bailey and Rowan Stengel; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Terrence F. Murphy will be celebrated Monday, December 21, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., at the Church of St. Jude, 2212 McDonough Avenue, Joliet.  Visitation will be held Monday, from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m., at the church.  Interment will be private.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) or the Church of St. Jude would be appreciated.  

Fred C. Dames Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com