Russell – 
Michael G. Murphy, 57, passed away on July 8, 2017 at Baystate Noble Hospital. He was born in Westfield to Virginia C. (Sienkiewicz) Murphy and the late John E. Murphy. Mike worked as a laborer for various places in the area and he loved the outdoors. Mike is survived by his mother Virginia C. (Sienkiewicz) Murphy of Russell, his three brothers, William J. Murphy of Russell, Robert A. Murphy and his wife Linda of Utah and Kevin Murphy and his wife Kate of Russell and many nieces and nephews. A graveside service was held in Russell Cemetery at the convenience of his family. Donations in lieu of flowers in Mike’s name may be directed to the American Heart, Western Mass. Regional Center, P.O. Box 415005, Boston, MA 02241-7005.www.firtionadams.com
