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John Murphy

Arvada, CO

April 27, 1979 - February 1, 2024

Apr 27, 1979 - Feb 1, 2024

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Gallen Pierce-Lackey

2012, Colorado Springs, CO, USA

John was an absolute blessing to everyone around him. He was an incredible leader and mentor.

I did a boarders DTS that he lead in ‘04, staffed it in ‘06 and again in ‘12 and ‘13. He was one of the most influential people in my life and I’d never be who I am today without haven’t him as a big brother through all my time in YWAM.

John officiated my wedding and there’s no one else I’d rather have had be apart of that.

He will forever be missed, and his influence on me will impact the generations of kids that go before me.

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Angela Robbins

Bethany, I am so so sorry for your loss. I am continuing to pray for you and your family. The book/journal 'Dark Clouds Deep Mercy' was a beneficial support for me during a time of sorrow. I can't even imagine what you're going through, and I am praying for God's peace and comfort to be felt, and His love to be made known to you all the more through the people He has ordained to be surrounding you.

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Heidi Falletta

That book is amazing! I just read it at the beginning of January. That book is amazing! I just read it at the beginning of January. That book is amazing! I just read it at the beginning... Read more

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Alexandria Adams-Heumann

2022, Arvada, CO, USA

John with my youngest Collins (cousin) — with collins and John

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Alexandria Adams-Heumann

2002, Concord, CA, USA

John, Bethany and baby Isaac surprised us in Ca after they came to visit Janis and John in Oakhurst. In photo Uncle Don, Aunt Deb, cousin Alex, John, Bethany, baby Isaac — with Uncle Don, Aunt Deb and Cousin Alex

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Elizabeth Yuschalk

2005, Colorado, USA

Sweet and Bold Love — with YWAM Denver Staff Conference

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Desiree Galeski

John imparted so much care and kindness into this world. He made my heart more tender and hopeful. John imparted so much care and kindness into this world. He made my heart more tender and hopeful. John imparted so much care and kindness into this world.... Read more

Elizabeth Yuschalk

2005, Colorado, USA

I remember a ministry time during our 2005 YWAM Denver staff conference. Bethany was up front and shared about some personal insecurities and suddenly, John started singing over her as he walked from the back of the room, up the aisle, and then embraced her. Many of us, about 100 staff, who witnessed their sweet and bold love were speechless and in tears.

Here is our staff photo, which is a bit blurred and still recognizable.

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Thank you for sharing that. Bethany’s Aunt Lyn (& John’s!) Thank you for sharing that. Bethany’s Aunt Lyn (& John’s!) Thank you for sharing that. Bethany’s Aunt Lyn (& John’s!)... Read more

Jewels Johnson

I remember this moment so so well. I would venture to say that moment encompassed John’s spirit. There was... Read more I remember this moment so so well. I would venture to say that moment encompassed John’s spirit. There was not a dry eye in the... Read more I remember this moment so so well. I would venture ... Read more

Amber Rohrer

Rest in peace my friend. I’ll see you again.🤍🪽

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Julie Mitchell

1998, Arvada, CO, USA

Snowboard outreach team

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Vanessa Helmick

I don’t know where to start. I remember the conversations we had in oakhurst in the mid to late 90s. I knew John’s big heart and sensitive soul and will always see him in baggy jeans and skater shoes, being kind and encouraging to all. Sending my love you to you, Bethany.

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Debbie Carroccio

Prayers for you Bethany from Minnesota. Love you all.

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Amanda Marquez

Words are so hard to convey in this time. We remember when The Baseball Team would have their games, how supportive your family was to Ivan and the boys. Your family is so polite and kind. I remember when Bethany was pregnant during their last season, and she ended up not being able to go to one of their games do to her going into labor. I overhead John talking about his new baby they got blessed with. How he spoke if the baby was so sweet, he was so happy and you could see it with how he was explaining the birthing experience. You can just tell he had such a great heart. Your family is so beautiful.

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Bethany Roseman

2002, Sierra Pines Church, Covey Court, Oakhurst, CA, USA

Recording Joy’s Album Late Into the Night — with John Murphy

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I remember Joy's voice, I still have the CD somewhere I remember Joy's voice, I still have the CD somewhere I remember Joy's voice, I still have the CD somewhere... Read more

Bethany Roseman

2002, Sierra Pines Church, Covey Court, Oakhurst, CA, USA

— with John Murphy, Bethany Roseman and Candace Tallmon

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joshua Britt

I don't know what to say. I am so sorry, Bethany. Like everyone here, I loved John's heart and his awesomeness.

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Jodi Marr

2000, Yosemite High School Graduation

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Jill (Suppo) Vehar

Bethany, kids, and everyone that knew John; I am extremely sorry to hear this❣️You have my deepest sympathy ,truly❣️I will definitely be praying. I looked up to John and Bethany as heroes of our faith and I still to this day share parts of their testimony to help others. My heart is with you and your family, Bethany. I know without a doubt where John is and I rejoice with him; although I grieve with you.

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Irene Baca

I am so very sorry for your loss. My condolences go out to you and your family in this difficult time. Sending love and prayers

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