![]() ![]() As her mother taught her, Mary Ellen's children learned to be strong and independent. She guided their spiritual growth, never shied from giving direct feedback, and often reminded her kids that "You are treated the way you allow others to treat you." Determined to provide their children with strong work ethics, they had a Gazette paper route for years which helped them learn the value of hard work, handling money, being accountable, and fulfilling responsibilities. Their biggest supporter, she never missed a special event and wanted the best of the best from each child in whatever they did. Mary Ellen kept a meticulous home with fine things and was a very supportive mom. After she and Bill started a family, she chose to stay home and dedicate herself to the home and the children. Once in Kalamazoo, she worked as an executive secretary for the store manager at Hudson’s which is now known as Macy’s. On April 19, 1980, the happy couple exchanged their wedding vows in a ceremony at Mercy Chapel at the University of Detroit. ![]() Instead, he asked her out for a picnic and fireworks, and she said "yes." That was in July of 1979, and by October, they were engaged to be married. When she took his call, she was certain his intention was to request she type a paper. It took Bill a few months to call Mary Ellen to ask for a date. While attending a social event at Detroit College of Law with some of her classmates, Mary Ellen first met Bill Murphy. She excelled at the job with exceptional attention to detail and a strong work ethic. After graduating with the class of 1972, she attended the University of Michigan at Dearborn, where she earned her Bachelor's degree in speech pathology.Īfter college, Mary Ellen worked as an executive secretary at Flint Ink, which supplied ink to newspapers. Mary Ellen enjoyed participating in drama club during her years at Our Lady of Grace grade school and later at Bishop Borgess High School in Redford. For many years, the cottage was a summer haven where many treasured memories were shared for generations to come. When MaryEllen was a young adult, her family purchased a cottage on Hammond Bay in 1977. The family enjoyed spending time camping and vacationing together. ![]() Mary Ellen was a good sister who was both fun-loving and protective. While her father was a civil engineer, her mother worked as a nurse before dedicating herself to raising Mary Ellen and her three siblings, Kath, Peggy, and John. Growing up in suburban Detroit in a strong and traditional Catholic home, Mary Ellen's early years formed the firm foundation upon which she built the rest of her life. Nowhere was there more hope than in the home of Jack and Elizabeth (McClusky) Hiltz as they welcomed their second child, Mary Ellen, into their family on May 24. It was a time of robust change and much hope for the future. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Mary Ellen was an inspiration to all who were blessed to know her.ġ954 was the year the nation learned to "Rock Around The Clock" and that "Father Knows Best." Young people across America embraced the new sounds that came with the recording of Elvis Presley's first album as well as M&M's Chocolate Candies' "melt in your mouth and not in your hand," sweet delights. Embodying the principles of her faith, Mary Ellen was quick to serve others, ensuring their well-being, providing encouragement, and cheering on their successes. She was genuinely interested in people and enveloped them with sincere compassion and empathy. With unwavering morals and an inspiring work ethic, Mary Ellen Murphy lived a life rich in faith and family. ![]()
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