The Ballad of Shaun Murphy-lyrics

Well, over at Brady landfill, the mountains are so tall
The mountains of lumber, and they plan to chip it all.
In the broken down Wood Wolf I am always on call
Cuz I don't wanna buy no wood at the shopping mall

Compost bins and fences, hydro poles at the mill
He was workin just as hard as he could to keep wood out of the landfill.
In all kinds of weather, from dawn until sundown,
Shaun Murphy pulled them pallets til the man came around.

Lex and Dave and I and so many others besides
We'd hop into that rusty truck and we'd go for a ride
'Let me teach you what I know' Shaun would say with a smile.
'But you can't fly on just one wing , so let's sit here for awhile'

He got himself a son named Ben, turned six the other day.
Going to work with Daddy was a game he loved to play.
With his hammer and safety glasses for to protect his eyes;
Building besides his daddy, so strong and so wise.

Well down at Art City, the pride of the West End,
Shaun Murphy, he met Becky and soon they were best friends.
He called me up so happy, said 'I can't believe my luck,
Gonna take for a dump run in my big white truck.'

A great big heart and strong, strong hands, hard work for little pay.
He talked the talk and he walked the walk-you could see it everyday.
Now he's laid himself down to rest, and he's left us here to cry;
But his spirit, it still lingers on in that recycled lumber pile.

Well, over at Brady landfill, the mountains are so tall.
The mountains of lumber and they plan to chip it all.
In the broken down Wood Wolf I am always on call;
Cuz I ain't never gonna buy no would at the shopping mall.

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The Ballad of Shaun Murphy

I(Karen Taylor) am looking into getting a recording made of the song friend Alex Gooch and I wrote. If you are interested in receiving a copy or a have a good line on bulk c.d.s or know how to put the song on this blog or have recording equipment please let me know...taylormadepottery@hotmail.com or 467-5999.
Sending my love to Becky and Ben always.

Shaun's Photo Album

We are making an album, and so if you have any photos of Shaun, please send them (with stories, if you feel like it) to iamjoshruth @ gmail.com (remove spaces).

Additional Memorial Service Info

Hi there, we would just like to remind everyone the memorial service will be taking place outside, so please come prepared. We are asking people to bring the following: lawn chairs, blankets, umbrellas (just in case), drinking water, french press coffee makers (aka bodums), personal coffee mugs, and sticks for roasting food on the fire. People are also asked to bring either salads, buns, condiments, or desserts. The rest of the food will be kindly provided. Lastly, any and all musical instruments are welome.

See posts below for directions to Northern Sun Farm

Map to Shaun Murphy's memorial service

Shaun's memorial service is going to be held at the Northern Sun Farm, 11 miles south of Steinbach MB. on Saturday, May 10th, at 3:00p.m.

For directions to the farm, please see the previous post, as well as the map shown below.



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memorial service

Memorial Ceremony:
A memorial service, potluck and the burial will take place at the Northern Sun Farm on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 3:00 pm. Please bring your own chairs, dishes, cutlery, and some barbeque-food to share.

Directions to Sun Farm:

There are many ways to get to the Northern Sun Farm. One good way is to drive to Steinbach (For Winnipeggers, go by the #1 highway and turn south on Highway 12). Once through Steinbach, continue going south on Highway #12. After 10 miles (2 miles past the 205 turnoff), highway 12 curves east, and very shortly afterwards, Road 25 North goes west. Turn west on Road 25 North and turn right at the Northern Sun Farm sign, which is located at the end of the road. If you have question-directions on Saturday, call 204.296.3382. Please search your Manitoba maps for a visual:

Also, please post your name and contacts if you are interested ride sharing to Saturday’s service.

Shaun's Obituary

Shaun Christopher Murphy, son of Brian and Carol Murphy passed away suddenly on May 6, 2008 at his home in Winnipeg.

Shaun was born on October 25, 1974 in Winnipeg, MB. He graduated from Silver Heights in 1992. Most of his life was spent in Winnipeg, although his adventurous spirit took him east and west and across Canada several times.

Shaun was a self-taught and proficient carpenter who owned Lumberlovers, a local wood recycling business. He was the best to Becky, his partner and the most devoted, committed and loving father to his son, Ben River.

Shaun was a teacher to many and constantly shared his passions with others. He seized opportunities and adventure everyday of his life. Canoeing, cutting wood and building fires were just a few of his many pass times. Shaun thrived when he was outdoors. He was a generous host and would welcome anyone into his home. He made friends with most who came along his path. Shaun valued his local surroundings, be it in nature, neighbours, resources and art. He had true strength of character and was dedicated to working hard for what he believed in.

Shaun is survived by his son Ben River, partner Becky Thiessen, parents Brian and Carol Murphy, as well as brother and sister-in-law Trevor and Kathy Murphy, sister and brother-in-law Lisa and Trevor Pischke , niece Jamie, uncles and aunts Barb and Bill Troniak cousin Dana and Andrew Willms (children Eva and Micah) John and Anthea Morton and cousin Tim. Extended family in Thunder Bay, families Di Giuseppe and Hayton and many many friends who will miss him dearly.

A funeral service and gathering will take place at the Northern Sun Farm on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. For directions, service and ridesharing details, and to post comments and memories about Shaun, please visit shaunchristophermurphy.blogspot.com.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to a trust fund in the name of Ben River Kakoske at any Assiniboine Credit Union.

Memorial Ceremony:
A memorial service, potluck and the burial will take place at the Northern Sun Farm on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 3:00 pm. Please bring your own chairs, dishes, cutlery, and some barbeque-food to share.

Directions to Sun Farm:

There are many ways to get to the Northern Sun Farm. One good way is to drive to Steinbach (For Winnipeggers, go by the #1 highway and turn south on Highway 12). Once through Steinbach, continue going south on Highway #12. After 10 miles (2 miles past the 205 turnoff), highway 12 curves east, and very shortly afterwards, Road 25 North goes west. Turn west on Road 25 North and turn right at the Northern Sun Farm sign, which is located at the end of the road. If you have question-directions on Saturday, call 204.296.3382. Please search your Manitoba maps for a visual:

Also, please post your name and contacts if you are interested ride sharing to Saturday’s service.

In memory of Shaun Murphy

This is a blog put together by the friends and family of Shaun Murphy, to remember his life and let others know details of his memorial ceremony. Log in frequently for details and directions, and please feel free to share comments and stories about Shaun and his life.