(From Knell Mortuary)H. Lee Murphy, known to family and friends as Lee, passed away on May 13, 2026, in Joplin, Missouri, at the age of 91. She was born on May 30, 1934, in Warsaw, Missouri, the daughter of the late Melvin and Lola (O’Dell) Bolyard and lived a life marked by kindness, quiet strength, and a warm spirit that touched those around her.
Lee was a proud graduate of Carthage High School, Class of 1953. She married Cullen Murphy on August 7, 1965 in Carthage, Missouri, he preceded her in death on June 30, 2000.
In her working years, Lee served in insurance as a secretary and later sold real estate. She approached her work with professionalism and care, and she was respected for her dependable nature and pleasant manner. Whether assisting others in an office setting or helping people through the process of buying and selling property, she was known for being thoughtful, capable, and attentive to detail.
Lee was also active in her community and enjoyed the fellowship of several groups and organizations. She attended Fairview Christian Church in Carthage, Missouri, and valued the friendships and faith connections she found there. She was a member of the Silver Sneakers Club at Fair Acres YMCA and the Merry Mixers Club, where she enjoyed time with others and the companionship that came from shared activities and conversation.
In her leisure time, Lee found joy in simple pleasures and active pursuits. She enjoyed playing golf, tennis, and bowling, and she especially loved spending time in her yard planting flowers and tending her garden. Her home and yard reflected the care she gave to everything she touched, and she took pride in creating a welcoming and beautiful space. These interests brought her happiness throughout her life and gave her many opportunities to stay active and connected.
Lee was also active in her community and enjoyed the fellowship of several groups and organizations. She attended Fairview Christian Church in Carthage, Missouri, and valued the friendships and faith connections she found there. She was a member of the Silver Sneakers Club at Fair Acres YMCA and the Merry Mixers Club, where she enjoyed time with others and the companionship that came from shared activities and conversation.
In her leisure time, Lee found joy in simple pleasures and active pursuits. She enjoyed playing golf, tennis, and bowling, and she especially loved spending time in her yard planting flowers and tending her garden. Her home and yard reflected the care she gave to everything she touched, and she took pride in creating a welcoming and beautiful space. These interests brought her happiness throughout her life and gave her many opportunities to stay active and connected.
Family was an important part of Lee’s life, and she cherished the bonds she shared with those closest to her. She is survived by her sisters, Phyllis Boothe and her husband Glen of Carthage, Missouri, Barbara Stramel and her husband Rod of Carthage, Missouri, and Gail Shipman and her husband Richard of Carthage, Missouri; brother in-law, Ken Cupp, of Joplin, Missouri; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Bob Bolyard, James Bolyard, Pat McDaniels, and Linda Cupp.
Graveside services will be held at 10 am Monday, May 18, 2026, at Park Cemetery, Carthage, Missouri. The family suggests memorial contributions to Wounded Warriors in care of Knell Mortuary. Online condolences may be expressed through www.knellmortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of Knell Mortuary.
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