Justin Murphy

SHELBY- Mr. Justin Michael Murphy, 14, of 204 Ramblewood Dr., departed this life with his cousin and best friend, Dawayne, on Sunday, November 15, 2009. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of Mari Murphy Conner, of the home. Justin was a member of Patterson Springs Baptist Church, and was also part of the ministry at Ramblewood. He attended the ninth grade at Shelby High School and was a volunteer of The Good News Club at Graham Elementary School.

SURVIVORS: In addition to his mother, he is survived by his brother, Mark Storm Conner of the home.

VISITATION: The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 21, 2009, from 9-11 am at Patterson Springs Baptist Church, and also following the committal service at the gravesite.

FUNERAL: The funeral will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at 11:30 am at Patterson Springs Baptist Church.

INTERMENT: Burial will follow in Patterson Springs Baptist Church Cemetery.

CLERGY: The Revs. Steve Waters and Ernest Simons will be officiating.

MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, Clay-Barnette Funeral Home, 1401 W. Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC 28152.