Christopher Murphy

Christopher "Chris" Ryan Murphy, 33, of Austin, Texas, was called to his heavenly home in the early morning on Sunday, August 13, 2023. A viewing will be held for Chris at Heritage Funeral Home, Lampasas on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, from 6-8 pm with a Rosary beginning at 7 pm. Funeral Services will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at 10 am. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lampasas. Following the burial, a reception will be held at the St. Mary's Catholic Church Hall. Chris was born on April 10, 1990, in Austin, Texas, to Skip Murphy and Lisa Murphy. He grew up in Austin, and attended McNeil High School where he was loved by his friends. Chris was also dearly loved by his big family and would often come to Lampasas to spend time and visit with them. As a kid, Chris enjoyed going out to the land with his dad, his sister Sarah, his uncle Gerald and his cousin Cody where he would spend all day riding dirt bikes and four wheelers, and probably singing his favorite song, "Bad to the Bone" to himself while he was speeding down the dirt paths. Chris also enjoyed shooting skeet and roaming the same fields that he would also learn to drive on. As a young child, Chris gave himself the nickname "Topher" because he couldn't pronounce "Christopher", but as he got older he was given the nickname "Gadget Man" for his love of tinkering with all things gadgets. At his home in Austin, Chris enjoyed swimming in the famous Murphy pool, playing video games, and hanging out with his friends. You could catch them in the garage or driveway practicing different stunts on their bikes and skateboards while listening to all his favorite music. He also had a passion for remote control cars and drones. At a young age, Chris fell victim to the struggles of depression and addiction, and over the next several years he would fight strongly against these challenges with the help of prayer, love and support from all of his family. He never stopped fighting and never stopped smiling through his struggles. Chris found comfort in always carrying a rosary or cross with him. Chris loved his family deeply, especially his son Kade, and stepchildren Carson and Janey. Chris had a wonderful soul full of love and laughter that was taken from him too soon. Survivors include his mother, Lisa Murphy; father, Skip Murphy; his son, Kade; his stepchildren Carson and Janey; his sister, Sarah Murphy; and grandmother, Erlinda Moreno. Chris also leaves behind many aunts, uncles and countless cousins. He was preceded in death by his Grandmother, Shirley Murphy, Grandfather, Saragosa Moreno, and Cousin Micheale Cervantes. We would like to thank all of our family, friends and loved ones for the donations, love, and support during this difficult time. Arrangements are under the care of Heritage Funeral Home, Lampasas.

Christopher Murphy

April 10, 1990 - August 13, 2023