Obituaries

MCMURPHY, Jesse David

April 10, 1986 - February 7, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce that Jesse McMurphy went to be with the Lord suddenly on February 7, 2021, due to unexpected health complications. Jesse was born and raised in Kelowna, BC. He was 34 years of age.

Jesse leaves behind his family that loved him so dearly: his young son, Brady; his mother Karen DeVries (Philip) and father Ross McMurphy (Ella); his siblings Ashley Rempel, Kyle McMurphy, Rebekah Kuchma, Danielle DeVries, Joel DeVries, and Gabrielle DeVries; grandfather Dave McMurphy; uncle Rob Panio (Dianne), other uncles and many cousins. He also leaves behind his beloved dog, Hooch, who was crazy about Jesse. Jesse was predeceased by his grandmothers, Toni Panio (Baba) and Thelma McMurphy.

Jesse was a hard worker who in earlier years worked on the oil rigs and later was involved in construction, concrete forming and even building swimming pools, which he really enjoyed. Jesse took pride in whatever he did. He most recently planned to take training as a human service worker. Jesse had a caring, compassionate personality and a soft heart. He loved people and was always trying to help them out, even when he was in the midst of dealing with his own problems. He had the ability to see the very best in people at all times.

Due to COVID restrictions, a private family service will be held at Springfield Funeral Home to honour Jesse and will be by invitation only. However, the family would like to invite all who want to pay their respects to join online by Livestream on Friday, February 26, 2021 at 1:00 pm PST (see direct link below). A recording will be made available to view shortly thereafter.

Memorial donations on behalf of Jesse can be made to The Bridge Youth & Family Services Society, www.thebridgeservices.ca, who provided Jesse with so much support in overcoming his addiction issues. He had recently celebrated being sober from alcohol for over 1.5 years and clean from drugs for over a year. We were all very proud of him for these accomplishments.

If you wish to view the Livestream, send a condolence, post photos or share a memory please visit www.springfieldfuneralhome.com (click on direct link below)

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com/obituaries/mcmurphy-jesse-david

Condolence Messages

Mar 01, 2021
Sad to hear. Sorry for your loss and condolences to his whole family. The Derksens
Feb 27, 2021
Karen, my deepest sympathy to you and to your family on your deep loss. I am so saddened by this news and will keep you in my prayers.

Diane Madden
Feb 26, 2021
Karen

My heart is broken for you I want you to know that Jesse was so lucky

To have such a wonderful caring loving mom

U showed him what unconditional love was and you were always there for him

Jesse will be remembered for all his love and kindness he shared

Hold close to your heart all those special memories

We all will miss him dearly

Love Evie
Feb 26, 2021
Karen, Rob and families. We share your sorrow in the loss of Jesse. Our thoughts are with you now and in the days ahead. Sincerely, in deepest sympathy and friendship. The Nicholas family.
Feb 26, 2021
Karen, my heart aches for you!! I understand your loss first hand and there’s no greater sorrow than losing a child. My deepest sympathies for your loss.

Pam N
Feb 25, 2021
Dear Karen, Phil and families

We were so sorry to hear of Jesse's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending love

Sarah and Mike Rowley
Feb 25, 2021
Ross and Ella,

I am so sad to read this today. My heart goes out to you both and to your family. May God give you strength to help you grieve. Hugs to you both,

Jayme Bush
Feb 21, 2021
Dave, Ross & Ella

Our condolences on the loss of your beloved Jesse. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kathleen & Tun Wong
Feb 21, 2021
Jesse was a friend to my daughters when we lived in Glenmore some years ago and remained friends over the years.

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this tragic time. May God comfort you in His loving arms.

Sharon
Feb 18, 2021
To Karen, Rob and families,

We were so saddened to hear of Jesse's passing and pray that the Lord's comfort will be with you in the days ahead.

With heartfelt love,

Stuart and Debbie Ballard
Feb 18, 2021
Karen and Ross,

I’m very sorry to hear about Jesse. I remember an adorable little boy, who it seems has grown into a great young man.

I’m thankful that we’ll all be together in heaven one day though. That’s a tremendous gift.

Much love to you both,

Terri Schenk
Feb 17, 2021
Karen, Robert and families.

So unfortunate for Jessie that God wished to have him close by so young in life. May your memories of him bring you comfort and help carry you forward. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Auntie Mary and Uncle Wilf Weber

Carstairs, Alberta
Feb 17, 2021
Karen, Phil & family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts go out to you. Peggy and Alan.
Feb 17, 2021
I had the great pleasure of working with Jesse. An amazing carpenter and employee. I will never forget the time he helped save a mans life when he and a coworker admitted CPR on the side of the road. May you the Lord comfort you in these difficult days

Steve & Angie (SK Form&Finish)
Feb 17, 2021
Karen, Phil, Rob & Dianne; oh how sad to hear of your loss. Wish I could be there to give you a big hug. You are in our prayers.

Kathleen & Tavita
Feb 17, 2021
To Dave and the McMurphy family,

Condolences on the loss of Jesse.

From your old neighbour on Cawston Ave. Dina Scheltgen
Feb 16, 2021
Dear Ross, Ella and family,

We are so very sorry for your deep loss, and pray for God's peace and comfort to surround you. Sending our love,

Lorinda and Tony
Feb 16, 2021
Oh Ross and Ella-bella,

I'm so sorry to read this! Condolences to the whole Family.

Denise (NKH)
Feb 16, 2021
To Karen, Phil and family please accept our condolences on the loss of Jesse. He will be forever in our hearts. Maryann tulloch and family.