My walk this afternoon was dedicated in honor of:
Air Force Vietnam Veteran John J. Murphy, Age 71 of Elgin, IL.
Died Dec. 18, 2019
Many attempts were made to contact family members but with no luck he was laid to rest on Jan. 29, 2020 at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL.
Murphy was born Jan. 15, 1948, in Chicago and was a jet engine mechanic in the U.S. Air Force from 1966 to 1969. He earned several awards: National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Presidential Unit Citation and Vietnam Service Medal.
He worked as a welder and a store manager at the former Dominick’s grocery store chain and spent his later years in Elgin. He moved to River View in August 2017.
Had an amazing walk this afternoon. It has been a while since I walked in the afternoon and evening time. WOW.. Got a lot of support for this hero. I want to thank everyone who honked and waved in helping me honor this hero. You all are amazing. He will NOT be forgotten.
