Name: Army Staff Sgt. Michael C. Murphrey Age: 25 From: Snyder, Texas Assigned to the 1st Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, Fort Richardson, Alaska Incident: Army Staff Sgt. Michael C. Murphrey died Sept. 6 in Paktika province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his unit with an improvised explosive device. Died:
September
06, 2009 One of 5 Richardson paratroopers killed in 3 weeks
The Associated Press
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — An Alaska-based soldier from Texas has died in Afghanistan.
The Department of Defense on Sept. 8 identified the soldier as Staff Sgt. Michael C. Murphrey, 25, of Snyder, Texas.
He died Sept. 6 in Paktika province, Afghanistan, from wounds suffered when his unit was attacked with an improvised explosive device.
Murphrey was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division at Fort Richardson in Anchorage.
Anchorage television station KTUU reports at least five Fort Richardson paratroopers have died in Afghanistan in three weeks.
Prayers & Condolences For: Michael C. Murphrey BY Anonymous on May 08, 2011
Thank you all for your kind words for my family about my brother. He is truely missed and we carry should a void in our lives now. We would love to know anyone on here who has met him or served with him, we love to her stories and see pictures. Michael Sister Wendy Stehouwer
Prayers & Condolences For: Michael C. Murphrey BY Anonymous on May 31, 2010
You were one of the coolest kids I have ever met. Bravo Company 2-29 infantry was your first unit and I was there with you. I enjoyed every second knowing you because your personality was so positive and uplifting. I have good memories and pictures that I keep close to honor you my friend. This day I chose, this day to show my gratitude for your sacrifice, but undoubtedly, you will be honored forever...Joey Wright
Prayers & Condolences For: Michael C. Murphrey BY Anonymous on Feb 16, 2010
It has been 168 days sence you left us. Son we miss you so much.
Prayers & Condolences For: Michael C. Murphrey BY Anonymous on Dec 04, 2009
We miss you Michael, you will never be forgotten and i'll always ride for you, and your son will be a image of you and will race to.
R.I.P Michael C. MurphreyNolan
Prayers & Condolences For: Michael C. Murphrey BY Anonymous on Nov 29, 2009
Michael was MY hero!
Elizabeth Murphrey
Prayers & Condolences For: Michael C. Murphrey BY Anonymous on Oct 04, 2009
Our prayers and thoughts and love go out to the Murphrey family. Michael was such an awesome person. We are so sorry for your loss. We will always miss him and never forget him. Thank you Michael for sacrificing everything for our freedom. Love you all. from Brown Family
Prayers & Condolences For: Michael C. Murphrey BY Anonymous on Sep 15, 2009
You are missed dearly by your wife, children, family and friends. You have maid the greatest sacrifice for your country. So many honor and love you. I hope you feel their warmth and love in heaven above. May God give your family strength and comfort and ease the pain in this most difficult time. And may God give you peace as he embraces you in our heaven above. We love you Mike and will continue to pray for and support your family.RIP Mike our Hero
Prayers & Condolences For: Michael C. Murphrey BY miyembro on Sep 12, 2009
Your bravery and sacrifice will remain in our hearts for a
lifetime, with intense gratitude. May God bless you and
your family.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms.
Prayers & Condolences For: Michael C. Murphrey BY John on Sep 11, 2009
May the grace of God, the love of Jesus, and the peace of the Holy Spirit be with you and your family forever.
Prayers & Condolences For: Michael C. Murphrey BY Anonymous on Sep 11, 2009
We miss and love you Micheal. You will always be remembered. R.I.P. Micheal C. Murphrey our Hero!Tiffany Martin