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Daniel Edwin ‘Danny’ Murph, 72, spent his happiest days on the water

Daniel Edwin ‘Danny’ Murph

SOUTHPORT — Daniel Edwin “Danny” Murph, 72, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020.

Danny was born Dec. 14, 1947, in Baltimore, Maryland, to George and Cornelia Murph. Danny was a lifelong sailor who spent his happiest days on the water. He was a generous friend in both his time and resources; his sense of humor and quick wit will be missed by all of whom it touched.

Danny was preceded in death by his parents.

Danny is survived by his brother, David; son, Douglas, and his wife, Trish, and two grandchildren, Kelly and Evan.

Danny will receive a burial at sea, honoring his love of the ocean and his free spirit, which carried him through many walks of life and facilitated close friendships with countless people across diverse backgrounds and spaces.

Share online condolences with the family at Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service.

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