Robert J. "Bob" Murphy

A loving husband and a dear friend, Bob Murphy, 75, died of natural causes on March 3, 2010 at home.

Bob was born and raised in Los Angeles.

He served in the U.S. Navy and became a barber after being discharged. Bob later joined the Los Angeles Police Department, serving the people of Los Angeles for 20 years before retiring in 1980.

Bob moved to West Glacier in 1988. He loved Flathead Valley and playing golf with his friends at Glacier View Golf Club.

Bob is survived by his wife Robin; brother Chuck; three children and 11 grandchildren.

The family is remembering Bob privately and there are currently no plans for a public memorial.

Columbia Mortuary in Columbia Falls is assisting the family.