Robert J. Bob Murphey, 75

A loving husband, and a dear friend, Bob Murphey died of natural causes on Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at home. Bob was born and raised in Los Angeles. He served in the U.S. Navy, becoming a barber after being discharged. He 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 the Flathead Valley, and playing golf with his friends at Glacier View Golf Club. Bob is survived by his wife, Robin; his brother, Chuck; his 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.