She was the daughter of James McLane and Mary Jordan. She married Frank John Murphy.
A poem by Loretta McLane Murphy:
How often have I found it, where beforehand I least expected it.
We are weak and unstable; We are quickly deceived and soon changed. A friend is rarely to be found that can continueth faithful in all of his friend's distresses.
What I am not willing to suffer in others, I ought to by all means avoid myself.
Love is active, sincere, affectionate, courageous, patient, faithful, prudent, long suffering, manly, and never seeking itself.
Thou wilt soon be deceived if thou only look to the outward appearance of (illegible).
How seldom we weigh our neighbor in the same balance with ourselves.
A merry going forth bringeth after a mournful return; and a joyful might maketh often a sad mourning. As thine eye observeth others, so art thou also noted again by others.
Give me strength to resist, patience to endure, and contanancy to persevere.
A wise lover regardeth not so much the gift of him who loves but as the love of the giver.
Loretta G. McLane
Article from The Scranton Times, January 29, 1935:
MRS. LORETTA MURPHY DIES OF HEART ATTACK
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Wife Of Fire Chief Frank Murphy, Of Dunmore
Fire Department -- Was Former Loretta McLane
Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, died of a heart attack this morning at her home, 802 North Irving avenue, Dunmore. Prior to her marriage, Mrs. Murphy was a teacher in the Lincoln (No. 4) School of Dunmore, and at the time of her death was a member of the Parent-Teacher Association of that school. She was a communicant of St. Mary's Church, Dunmore, and was a member of the Third Order of St. Francis and was active in other parish organizations. She was vice president of the Lackawanna County Ladies' Auxiliary of the Six-County Firemen's Association and took active part in the various activities of this organization for many years.
Besides her husband she leaves the following children: Francis, Paul and Eileen Murphy, also the following sisters and brothers, Maria, Anna, and Mrs. P.J. McLaughlin, of this city; Mrs. Lynn Morrison, Rochester, N.Y.; Mr. Michael McLane, retired Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad conductor, Dunmore; Ambrose McLane, of New York city.
Notice from The Scranton Times, January 30, 1935:
The funeral of Mrs. Loretta Murphy of 802 North Irving avenue, wife of Fire Chief Frank Murphy, of Dunmore, will be Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock with a requiem mass in St. Mary's Church, Dunmore. Interment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow.
Story from The Scranton Republican, January 30, 1935:
DUNMORE FIRE CHIEF'S WIFE TAKEN BY DEATH
Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, Dunmore, died yesterday after a heart attack in her home, 802 North Irving Avenue, Dunmore. She was vice-president of the Lackawanna County Ladies' Auxiliary of the Six-County Firemen's Association and had been active in this organization for many years.
Before her marriage she was a teacher in the Lincoln No. 4 School, Dunmore. She was a member of St. Mary's Church, Dunmore, and the Third Order of St. Francis. She also was a member of the Parent-Teacher Association, Lincoln School.
Besides her husband she leaves the following children: Francis, Paul and Eileen, and the following sisters and brothers, Maria, Anna, and Mrs. P.J. McLaughlin, this city; Mrs. Lynn Morrison, Rochester, N.Y.; Michael McLane, retired D.L. & W. conductor, Scranton, and Ambrose McLane, New York.
Story from The Scranton Times, February 1, 1935:
HUNDREDS AT FUNERAL OF MRS. FRANK MURPHY
Solemn High Mass For Wife Of Dunmore
Fire Chief Sung In St. Mary's Church
Hundreds of friends, relatives and neighbors attended the funeral of Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, of Dunmore, held this morning from the family home, 802 North Irving Avenue, Dunmore, at 9:15 o'clock.
At 9:30 o'clock a solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by Rev. M. E. Loftus; Rev. C. D. Gallagher was deacon; Rev. John Walsh was subdeacon. Mrs. T. J. Duffy was at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggerty sang the solos. As a processional she sang "Jesus To Thee I Come," at the offertory she rendered "Ave Verum," and at the recessional sang "Mother Dear Pray For Me."
The profusion of floral pieces in evidence bespoke of the love and esteem in which Mrs. Murphy was held. Seated in the sanctuary during the mass was the Rev. G. A. Jeffery, of Waymart.
The flower bearers were: Hon. Harry P. O'Neil, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William O'Hara, James Lyons and William G. McCann. The casket bearers were: John P. Smith, William F. Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T. W. Jordan and John Gilroy. Interment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where committal services were conducted by Rev. P. F. Cawley, pastor of St. Catherine's Church, Moscow.
Story from The Scranton Republican, February 2, 1935:
MRS. LORETTA MURPHY IS LAID TO FINAL REST
The funeral of Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy was held yesterday morning from the family home, 802 North Irving Avenue. There was a large attendance of relatives and friends and neighbors.
A solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by the Rev. M. E. Loftus. The Rev. Charles Gallagher was deacon and the Rev. John Walsh was subdeacon. Mrs. T. J. Duffy presided at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggaerty was the soloist. There were many beautiful floral pieces sent to the home. Seated in the sanctuary during the mass was the Rev. George Jeffrey, Waymart.
The flower carriers were: Harry O'Neill, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William O'Horo, James Lyons and William G. McCann. The caskets bearers were: John P. Smith, William Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T. W. Jordan and John Gilroy.
Burial was in St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where the Rev. P. F. Cawley conducted the services at the graveside.
Obituary From another Scranton Newspaper (clipping in the possession of Eileen Murphy LeStrange):
MRS. MURPHY IS AT FINAL REST DIED SUDDENLY
Wife of Fire Chief Buried in Moscow After Solemn Requiem Mass
With persons from many walks of life present, the funeral of Mrs. Loretta Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, took place yesterday morning when a solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by Rev. M.E. Loftus, the pastor. Other officers to the mass were: Rev. Charles D. Gallagher, deacon, Rev. John Walsh, sub-deacon. Rev. George A. Jeffrey, pastor of St. Mary's Church, Waymart, was seated in the sanctuary. Mrs. T.J. Duffy presided at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggerty sang, "Jesus, To Thee I Come," "Ave Verum" and "Mother, Dear, Oh Pray For Me."
The Flower bearers were: Hon. Henry P. O'Neil, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William, O'Hara, James Lyons, and William G. McCann. The casket bearers were: John P. Smith, William F. Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T.W. Jordan, and John Gilroy. Internment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where committal services were conducted by Rev. P.F. Cawley, pastor of St. Catherine's Church, Moscow.
Mrs. Murphy died suddenly in the family home, 802 North Irvine Avenue, early Tuesday morning. She was in the best of health when she retired, but was stricken during the night and died within a short time. Announcement of her death caused widespread sorrow among her legions of friends and acquaintances.
Mrs. Murphy, a native of Dunmore, was Miss Loretta McLane before marriage. She was a teacher in Lincoln School prior to her marriage. She was a member of the Parent Teacher Association of Lincoln School. A devout communicant of St. Mary's Church, she was an active member of the Third Order of Francis. Possessed of a pleasing disposition, she endeared herself to all with whom she came in contact. She earned the esteem and respect of all who knew her for her many Christian virtues. She was a devoted wife and mother and a conscientious citizen. Besides her husband, she leaves behind three children Francis, Paul and Eileen.
Siblings:
Maria L. McLane
Michael R. McLane
Elizabeth McLane
Anna Frances McLane
Ambrose W. McLane
Ellen McLane
Children:
Francis John Murphy
Paul James Murphy, Sr.
Eileen Jean Murphy.
Marguerite Murphy
James Murphy
NOTE: My great-grandmother.
A poem by Loretta McLane Murphy:
How often have I found it, where beforehand I least expected it.
We are weak and unstable; We are quickly deceived and soon changed. A friend is rarely to be found that can continueth faithful in all of his friend's distresses.
What I am not willing to suffer in others, I ought to by all means avoid myself.
Love is active, sincere, affectionate, courageous, patient, faithful, prudent, long suffering, manly, and never seeking itself.
Thou wilt soon be deceived if thou only look to the outward appearance of (illegible).
How seldom we weigh our neighbor in the same balance with ourselves.
A merry going forth bringeth after a mournful return; and a joyful might maketh often a sad mourning. As thine eye observeth others, so art thou also noted again by others.
Give me strength to resist, patience to endure, and contanancy to persevere.
A wise lover regardeth not so much the gift of him who loves but as the love of the giver.
Loretta G. McLane
Article from The Scranton Times, January 29, 1935:
MRS. LORETTA MURPHY DIES OF HEART ATTACK
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Wife Of Fire Chief Frank Murphy, Of Dunmore
Fire Department -- Was Former Loretta McLane
Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, died of a heart attack this morning at her home, 802 North Irving avenue, Dunmore. Prior to her marriage, Mrs. Murphy was a teacher in the Lincoln (No. 4) School of Dunmore, and at the time of her death was a member of the Parent-Teacher Association of that school. She was a communicant of St. Mary's Church, Dunmore, and was a member of the Third Order of St. Francis and was active in other parish organizations. She was vice president of the Lackawanna County Ladies' Auxiliary of the Six-County Firemen's Association and took active part in the various activities of this organization for many years.
Besides her husband she leaves the following children: Francis, Paul and Eileen Murphy, also the following sisters and brothers, Maria, Anna, and Mrs. P.J. McLaughlin, of this city; Mrs. Lynn Morrison, Rochester, N.Y.; Mr. Michael McLane, retired Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad conductor, Dunmore; Ambrose McLane, of New York city.
Notice from The Scranton Times, January 30, 1935:
The funeral of Mrs. Loretta Murphy of 802 North Irving avenue, wife of Fire Chief Frank Murphy, of Dunmore, will be Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock with a requiem mass in St. Mary's Church, Dunmore. Interment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow.
Story from The Scranton Republican, January 30, 1935:
DUNMORE FIRE CHIEF'S WIFE TAKEN BY DEATH
Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, Dunmore, died yesterday after a heart attack in her home, 802 North Irving Avenue, Dunmore. She was vice-president of the Lackawanna County Ladies' Auxiliary of the Six-County Firemen's Association and had been active in this organization for many years.
Before her marriage she was a teacher in the Lincoln No. 4 School, Dunmore. She was a member of St. Mary's Church, Dunmore, and the Third Order of St. Francis. She also was a member of the Parent-Teacher Association, Lincoln School.
Besides her husband she leaves the following children: Francis, Paul and Eileen, and the following sisters and brothers, Maria, Anna, and Mrs. P.J. McLaughlin, this city; Mrs. Lynn Morrison, Rochester, N.Y.; Michael McLane, retired D.L. & W. conductor, Scranton, and Ambrose McLane, New York.
Story from The Scranton Times, February 1, 1935:
HUNDREDS AT FUNERAL OF MRS. FRANK MURPHY
Solemn High Mass For Wife Of Dunmore
Fire Chief Sung In St. Mary's Church
Hundreds of friends, relatives and neighbors attended the funeral of Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, of Dunmore, held this morning from the family home, 802 North Irving Avenue, Dunmore, at 9:15 o'clock.
At 9:30 o'clock a solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by Rev. M. E. Loftus; Rev. C. D. Gallagher was deacon; Rev. John Walsh was subdeacon. Mrs. T. J. Duffy was at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggerty sang the solos. As a processional she sang "Jesus To Thee I Come," at the offertory she rendered "Ave Verum," and at the recessional sang "Mother Dear Pray For Me."
The profusion of floral pieces in evidence bespoke of the love and esteem in which Mrs. Murphy was held. Seated in the sanctuary during the mass was the Rev. G. A. Jeffery, of Waymart.
The flower bearers were: Hon. Harry P. O'Neil, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William O'Hara, James Lyons and William G. McCann. The casket bearers were: John P. Smith, William F. Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T. W. Jordan and John Gilroy. Interment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where committal services were conducted by Rev. P. F. Cawley, pastor of St. Catherine's Church, Moscow.
Story from The Scranton Republican, February 2, 1935:
MRS. LORETTA MURPHY IS LAID TO FINAL REST
The funeral of Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy was held yesterday morning from the family home, 802 North Irving Avenue. There was a large attendance of relatives and friends and neighbors.
A solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by the Rev. M. E. Loftus. The Rev. Charles Gallagher was deacon and the Rev. John Walsh was subdeacon. Mrs. T. J. Duffy presided at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggaerty was the soloist. There were many beautiful floral pieces sent to the home. Seated in the sanctuary during the mass was the Rev. George Jeffrey, Waymart.
The flower carriers were: Harry O'Neill, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William O'Horo, James Lyons and William G. McCann. The caskets bearers were: John P. Smith, William Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T. W. Jordan and John Gilroy.
Burial was in St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where the Rev. P. F. Cawley conducted the services at the graveside.
Obituary From another Scranton Newspaper (clipping in the possession of Eileen Murphy LeStrange):
MRS. MURPHY IS AT FINAL REST DIED SUDDENLY
Wife of Fire Chief Buried in Moscow After Solemn Requiem Mass
With persons from many walks of life present, the funeral of Mrs. Loretta Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, took place yesterday morning when a solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by Rev. M.E. Loftus, the pastor. Other officers to the mass were: Rev. Charles D. Gallagher, deacon, Rev. John Walsh, sub-deacon. Rev. George A. Jeffrey, pastor of St. Mary's Church, Waymart, was seated in the sanctuary. Mrs. T.J. Duffy presided at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggerty sang, "Jesus, To Thee I Come," "Ave Verum" and "Mother, Dear, Oh Pray For Me."
The Flower bearers were: Hon. Henry P. O'Neil, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William, O'Hara, James Lyons, and William G. McCann. The casket bearers were: John P. Smith, William F. Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T.W. Jordan, and John Gilroy. Internment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where committal services were conducted by Rev. P.F. Cawley, pastor of St. Catherine's Church, Moscow.
Mrs. Murphy died suddenly in the family home, 802 North Irvine Avenue, early Tuesday morning. She was in the best of health when she retired, but was stricken during the night and died within a short time. Announcement of her death caused widespread sorrow among her legions of friends and acquaintances.
Mrs. Murphy, a native of Dunmore, was Miss Loretta McLane before marriage. She was a teacher in Lincoln School prior to her marriage. She was a member of the Parent Teacher Association of Lincoln School. A devout communicant of St. Mary's Church, she was an active member of the Third Order of Francis. Possessed of a pleasing disposition, she endeared herself to all with whom she came in contact. She earned the esteem and respect of all who knew her for her many Christian virtues. She was a devoted wife and mother and a conscientious citizen. Besides her husband, she leaves behind three children Francis, Paul and Eileen.
Siblings:
Maria L. McLane
Michael R. McLane
Elizabeth McLane
Anna Frances McLane
Ambrose W. McLane
Ellen McLane
Children:
Francis John Murphy
Paul James Murphy, Sr.
Eileen Jean Murphy.
Marguerite Murphy
James Murphy
NOTE: My great-grandmother.
She was the daughter of James McLane and Mary Jordan. She married Frank John Murphy.
A poem by Loretta McLane Murphy:
How often have I found it, where beforehand I least expected it.
We are weak and unstable; We are quickly deceived and soon changed. A friend is rarely to be found that can continueth faithful in all of his friend's distresses.
What I am not willing to suffer in others, I ought to by all means avoid myself.
Love is active, sincere, affectionate, courageous, patient, faithful, prudent, long suffering, manly, and never seeking itself.
Thou wilt soon be deceived if thou only look to the outward appearance of (illegible).
How seldom we weigh our neighbor in the same balance with ourselves.
A merry going forth bringeth after a mournful return; and a joyful might maketh often a sad mourning. As thine eye observeth others, so art thou also noted again by others.
Give me strength to resist, patience to endure, and contanancy to persevere.
A wise lover regardeth not so much the gift of him who loves but as the love of the giver.
Loretta G. McLane
Article from The Scranton Times, January 29, 1935:
MRS. LORETTA MURPHY DIES OF HEART ATTACK
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Wife Of Fire Chief Frank Murphy, Of Dunmore
Fire Department -- Was Former Loretta McLane
Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, died of a heart attack this morning at her home, 802 North Irving avenue, Dunmore. Prior to her marriage, Mrs. Murphy was a teacher in the Lincoln (No. 4) School of Dunmore, and at the time of her death was a member of the Parent-Teacher Association of that school. She was a communicant of St. Mary's Church, Dunmore, and was a member of the Third Order of St. Francis and was active in other parish organizations. She was vice president of the Lackawanna County Ladies' Auxiliary of the Six-County Firemen's Association and took active part in the various activities of this organization for many years.
Besides her husband she leaves the following children: Francis, Paul and Eileen Murphy, also the following sisters and brothers, Maria, Anna, and Mrs. P.J. McLaughlin, of this city; Mrs. Lynn Morrison, Rochester, N.Y.; Mr. Michael McLane, retired Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad conductor, Dunmore; Ambrose McLane, of New York city.
Notice from The Scranton Times, January 30, 1935:
The funeral of Mrs. Loretta Murphy of 802 North Irving avenue, wife of Fire Chief Frank Murphy, of Dunmore, will be Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock with a requiem mass in St. Mary's Church, Dunmore. Interment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow.
Story from The Scranton Republican, January 30, 1935:
DUNMORE FIRE CHIEF'S WIFE TAKEN BY DEATH
Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, Dunmore, died yesterday after a heart attack in her home, 802 North Irving Avenue, Dunmore. She was vice-president of the Lackawanna County Ladies' Auxiliary of the Six-County Firemen's Association and had been active in this organization for many years.
Before her marriage she was a teacher in the Lincoln No. 4 School, Dunmore. She was a member of St. Mary's Church, Dunmore, and the Third Order of St. Francis. She also was a member of the Parent-Teacher Association, Lincoln School.
Besides her husband she leaves the following children: Francis, Paul and Eileen, and the following sisters and brothers, Maria, Anna, and Mrs. P.J. McLaughlin, this city; Mrs. Lynn Morrison, Rochester, N.Y.; Michael McLane, retired D.L. & W. conductor, Scranton, and Ambrose McLane, New York.
Story from The Scranton Times, February 1, 1935:
HUNDREDS AT FUNERAL OF MRS. FRANK MURPHY
Solemn High Mass For Wife Of Dunmore
Fire Chief Sung In St. Mary's Church
Hundreds of friends, relatives and neighbors attended the funeral of Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, of Dunmore, held this morning from the family home, 802 North Irving Avenue, Dunmore, at 9:15 o'clock.
At 9:30 o'clock a solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by Rev. M. E. Loftus; Rev. C. D. Gallagher was deacon; Rev. John Walsh was subdeacon. Mrs. T. J. Duffy was at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggerty sang the solos. As a processional she sang "Jesus To Thee I Come," at the offertory she rendered "Ave Verum," and at the recessional sang "Mother Dear Pray For Me."
The profusion of floral pieces in evidence bespoke of the love and esteem in which Mrs. Murphy was held. Seated in the sanctuary during the mass was the Rev. G. A. Jeffery, of Waymart.
The flower bearers were: Hon. Harry P. O'Neil, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William O'Hara, James Lyons and William G. McCann. The casket bearers were: John P. Smith, William F. Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T. W. Jordan and John Gilroy. Interment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where committal services were conducted by Rev. P. F. Cawley, pastor of St. Catherine's Church, Moscow.
Story from The Scranton Republican, February 2, 1935:
MRS. LORETTA MURPHY IS LAID TO FINAL REST
The funeral of Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy was held yesterday morning from the family home, 802 North Irving Avenue. There was a large attendance of relatives and friends and neighbors.
A solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by the Rev. M. E. Loftus. The Rev. Charles Gallagher was deacon and the Rev. John Walsh was subdeacon. Mrs. T. J. Duffy presided at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggaerty was the soloist. There were many beautiful floral pieces sent to the home. Seated in the sanctuary during the mass was the Rev. George Jeffrey, Waymart.
The flower carriers were: Harry O'Neill, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William O'Horo, James Lyons and William G. McCann. The caskets bearers were: John P. Smith, William Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T. W. Jordan and John Gilroy.
Burial was in St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where the Rev. P. F. Cawley conducted the services at the graveside.
Obituary From another Scranton Newspaper (clipping in the possession of Eileen Murphy LeStrange):
MRS. MURPHY IS AT FINAL REST DIED SUDDENLY
Wife of Fire Chief Buried in Moscow After Solemn Requiem Mass
With persons from many walks of life present, the funeral of Mrs. Loretta Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, took place yesterday morning when a solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by Rev. M.E. Loftus, the pastor. Other officers to the mass were: Rev. Charles D. Gallagher, deacon, Rev. John Walsh, sub-deacon. Rev. George A. Jeffrey, pastor of St. Mary's Church, Waymart, was seated in the sanctuary. Mrs. T.J. Duffy presided at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggerty sang, "Jesus, To Thee I Come," "Ave Verum" and "Mother, Dear, Oh Pray For Me."
The Flower bearers were: Hon. Henry P. O'Neil, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William, O'Hara, James Lyons, and William G. McCann. The casket bearers were: John P. Smith, William F. Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T.W. Jordan, and John Gilroy. Internment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where committal services were conducted by Rev. P.F. Cawley, pastor of St. Catherine's Church, Moscow.
Mrs. Murphy died suddenly in the family home, 802 North Irvine Avenue, early Tuesday morning. She was in the best of health when she retired, but was stricken during the night and died within a short time. Announcement of her death caused widespread sorrow among her legions of friends and acquaintances.
Mrs. Murphy, a native of Dunmore, was Miss Loretta McLane before marriage. She was a teacher in Lincoln School prior to her marriage. She was a member of the Parent Teacher Association of Lincoln School. A devout communicant of St. Mary's Church, she was an active member of the Third Order of Francis. Possessed of a pleasing disposition, she endeared herself to all with whom she came in contact. She earned the esteem and respect of all who knew her for her many Christian virtues. She was a devoted wife and mother and a conscientious citizen. Besides her husband, she leaves behind three children Francis, Paul and Eileen.
Siblings:
Maria L. McLane
Michael R. McLane
Elizabeth McLane
Anna Frances McLane
Ambrose W. McLane
Ellen McLane
Children:
Francis John Murphy
Paul James Murphy, Sr.
Eileen Jean Murphy.
Marguerite Murphy
James Murphy
NOTE: My great-grandmother.
A poem by Loretta McLane Murphy:
How often have I found it, where beforehand I least expected it.
We are weak and unstable; We are quickly deceived and soon changed. A friend is rarely to be found that can continueth faithful in all of his friend's distresses.
What I am not willing to suffer in others, I ought to by all means avoid myself.
Love is active, sincere, affectionate, courageous, patient, faithful, prudent, long suffering, manly, and never seeking itself.
Thou wilt soon be deceived if thou only look to the outward appearance of (illegible).
How seldom we weigh our neighbor in the same balance with ourselves.
A merry going forth bringeth after a mournful return; and a joyful might maketh often a sad mourning. As thine eye observeth others, so art thou also noted again by others.
Give me strength to resist, patience to endure, and contanancy to persevere.
A wise lover regardeth not so much the gift of him who loves but as the love of the giver.
Loretta G. McLane
Article from The Scranton Times, January 29, 1935:
MRS. LORETTA MURPHY DIES OF HEART ATTACK
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Wife Of Fire Chief Frank Murphy, Of Dunmore
Fire Department -- Was Former Loretta McLane
Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, died of a heart attack this morning at her home, 802 North Irving avenue, Dunmore. Prior to her marriage, Mrs. Murphy was a teacher in the Lincoln (No. 4) School of Dunmore, and at the time of her death was a member of the Parent-Teacher Association of that school. She was a communicant of St. Mary's Church, Dunmore, and was a member of the Third Order of St. Francis and was active in other parish organizations. She was vice president of the Lackawanna County Ladies' Auxiliary of the Six-County Firemen's Association and took active part in the various activities of this organization for many years.
Besides her husband she leaves the following children: Francis, Paul and Eileen Murphy, also the following sisters and brothers, Maria, Anna, and Mrs. P.J. McLaughlin, of this city; Mrs. Lynn Morrison, Rochester, N.Y.; Mr. Michael McLane, retired Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad conductor, Dunmore; Ambrose McLane, of New York city.
Notice from The Scranton Times, January 30, 1935:
The funeral of Mrs. Loretta Murphy of 802 North Irving avenue, wife of Fire Chief Frank Murphy, of Dunmore, will be Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock with a requiem mass in St. Mary's Church, Dunmore. Interment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow.
Story from The Scranton Republican, January 30, 1935:
DUNMORE FIRE CHIEF'S WIFE TAKEN BY DEATH
Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, Dunmore, died yesterday after a heart attack in her home, 802 North Irving Avenue, Dunmore. She was vice-president of the Lackawanna County Ladies' Auxiliary of the Six-County Firemen's Association and had been active in this organization for many years.
Before her marriage she was a teacher in the Lincoln No. 4 School, Dunmore. She was a member of St. Mary's Church, Dunmore, and the Third Order of St. Francis. She also was a member of the Parent-Teacher Association, Lincoln School.
Besides her husband she leaves the following children: Francis, Paul and Eileen, and the following sisters and brothers, Maria, Anna, and Mrs. P.J. McLaughlin, this city; Mrs. Lynn Morrison, Rochester, N.Y.; Michael McLane, retired D.L. & W. conductor, Scranton, and Ambrose McLane, New York.
Story from The Scranton Times, February 1, 1935:
HUNDREDS AT FUNERAL OF MRS. FRANK MURPHY
Solemn High Mass For Wife Of Dunmore
Fire Chief Sung In St. Mary's Church
Hundreds of friends, relatives and neighbors attended the funeral of Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, of Dunmore, held this morning from the family home, 802 North Irving Avenue, Dunmore, at 9:15 o'clock.
At 9:30 o'clock a solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by Rev. M. E. Loftus; Rev. C. D. Gallagher was deacon; Rev. John Walsh was subdeacon. Mrs. T. J. Duffy was at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggerty sang the solos. As a processional she sang "Jesus To Thee I Come," at the offertory she rendered "Ave Verum," and at the recessional sang "Mother Dear Pray For Me."
The profusion of floral pieces in evidence bespoke of the love and esteem in which Mrs. Murphy was held. Seated in the sanctuary during the mass was the Rev. G. A. Jeffery, of Waymart.
The flower bearers were: Hon. Harry P. O'Neil, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William O'Hara, James Lyons and William G. McCann. The casket bearers were: John P. Smith, William F. Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T. W. Jordan and John Gilroy. Interment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where committal services were conducted by Rev. P. F. Cawley, pastor of St. Catherine's Church, Moscow.
Story from The Scranton Republican, February 2, 1935:
MRS. LORETTA MURPHY IS LAID TO FINAL REST
The funeral of Mrs. Loretta McLane Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy was held yesterday morning from the family home, 802 North Irving Avenue. There was a large attendance of relatives and friends and neighbors.
A solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by the Rev. M. E. Loftus. The Rev. Charles Gallagher was deacon and the Rev. John Walsh was subdeacon. Mrs. T. J. Duffy presided at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggaerty was the soloist. There were many beautiful floral pieces sent to the home. Seated in the sanctuary during the mass was the Rev. George Jeffrey, Waymart.
The flower carriers were: Harry O'Neill, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William O'Horo, James Lyons and William G. McCann. The caskets bearers were: John P. Smith, William Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T. W. Jordan and John Gilroy.
Burial was in St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where the Rev. P. F. Cawley conducted the services at the graveside.
Obituary From another Scranton Newspaper (clipping in the possession of Eileen Murphy LeStrange):
MRS. MURPHY IS AT FINAL REST DIED SUDDENLY
Wife of Fire Chief Buried in Moscow After Solemn Requiem Mass
With persons from many walks of life present, the funeral of Mrs. Loretta Murphy, wife of Fire Chief Frank J. Murphy, took place yesterday morning when a solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated in St. Mary's Church by Rev. M.E. Loftus, the pastor. Other officers to the mass were: Rev. Charles D. Gallagher, deacon, Rev. John Walsh, sub-deacon. Rev. George A. Jeffrey, pastor of St. Mary's Church, Waymart, was seated in the sanctuary. Mrs. T.J. Duffy presided at the organ and Miss Bernetta Haggerty sang, "Jesus, To Thee I Come," "Ave Verum" and "Mother, Dear, Oh Pray For Me."
The Flower bearers were: Hon. Henry P. O'Neil, Gene Riccardo, Charles Juba, William, O'Hara, James Lyons, and William G. McCann. The casket bearers were: John P. Smith, William F. Grady, James J. Moore, Theodore Hoffman, T.W. Jordan, and John Gilroy. Internment, St. Catherine's Cemetery, Moscow, where committal services were conducted by Rev. P.F. Cawley, pastor of St. Catherine's Church, Moscow.
Mrs. Murphy died suddenly in the family home, 802 North Irvine Avenue, early Tuesday morning. She was in the best of health when she retired, but was stricken during the night and died within a short time. Announcement of her death caused widespread sorrow among her legions of friends and acquaintances.
Mrs. Murphy, a native of Dunmore, was Miss Loretta McLane before marriage. She was a teacher in Lincoln School prior to her marriage. She was a member of the Parent Teacher Association of Lincoln School. A devout communicant of St. Mary's Church, she was an active member of the Third Order of Francis. Possessed of a pleasing disposition, she endeared herself to all with whom she came in contact. She earned the esteem and respect of all who knew her for her many Christian virtues. She was a devoted wife and mother and a conscientious citizen. Besides her husband, she leaves behind three children Francis, Paul and Eileen.
Siblings:
Maria L. McLane
Michael R. McLane
Elizabeth McLane
Anna Frances McLane
Ambrose W. McLane
Ellen McLane
Children:
Francis John Murphy
Paul James Murphy, Sr.
Eileen Jean Murphy.
Marguerite Murphy
James Murphy
NOTE: My great-grandmother.
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