In loving memory of

Kimberlee Kay Murphy
December 24, 1967 - June 29, 2005

KIMBERLEE MURPHY MUSCATINE, Iowa - Kimberlee Kay Murphy, 37, of Muscatine, died Wednesday morning, June 29, 2005, due to a fire in her home. Memorial Service will be 3 p.m. Saturday, July 2, 2005, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. Pastor Ronald G. Yohe, Chaplin of Bickford Cottage will officiate the service. Honorary bearers will be Mike Murphy, Jimmy Hoover, Kevin Scott, Luke Hall, Gordon Esmoil, and Richie Cole. Friends and family will gather at the American Legion following the Memorial Service. Visitation will be from Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 2, 2005, at the funeral home. The family requests casual attire. Kim was born on December 24, 1967, at the Beale Air Force Base in California, the daughter of William L. and Sheila Cole Behrend. She had been married to Brett Busch and Michael Murphy. She graduated from Muscatine High School in 1986 and Scott Community College in nursing. She worked as a registered nurse for over 10 years. Kim enjoyed Harley Davidson Motorcycles, country western music, rodeo's, and most of all her new grandson. Survivors include one son, Brock M. Busch and friend, Danielle Benac of Muscatine; one daughter, Kaitlyn M. Busch of Muscatine; one grandson, Bryson M. Busch of Muscatine; her parents, William and Sheila Behrend of Muscatine; and several aunts and uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandparents.

Tributes

mom wrote on Dec 22, 2007:

"miss you every day"

Mom wrote on Dec 13, 2005:

"Love you baby, think about you every day, all day..... Will Miss you till the day I die. Mom"

Mom & Dad wrote on Jul 16, 2005:

"Thinking of you so much today, Kim. We love you and miss you so much, but know you are in a better place...til we meet again...always in our hearts, Love, Mom & Dad"

Vicki Meyer Griffiths wrote on Jul 12, 2005:

"Sheila, We are not meant to witness the passing of our children. As a childhood friend of yours, please know how my heart goes out to you and Bill. This is a tragedy beyond belief. Be strong, but let yourself grieve for her, as I know you will for the rest of your lives. An old friend from Jefferson School, Vicki Meyer"

Brandi J. Little wrote on Jul 10, 2005:

"I just wanted to let you know we're thinking of you, aunt Sheila and uncle Bill, as you're still grieving. Our deepest sympathies are with you, and Brock and Kaiti, too. love, Brandi & family"

Kyle Norton wrote on Jul 6, 2005:

"Dear Sheila and Bill,I did not know Kim personally, but I wish I that I had. I send my sincere condolences to you both and the loss of Kim. If there is anything I can do just let me know. Kyle Norton"

Jenny Norton & Adam Burke wrote on Jul 5, 2005:

"Bill and Sheila, Bill, the strength of your love for your family was and is fully apparent when we witnessed your reaction to the news during your visit to Whitefish. Knowing that both you and Sheila have the resolve to move on, Kim is surely in a magnificent place where her spirit is with us all. We are truly sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Jenny and Adam"

Anna Hahn wrote on Jul 5, 2005:

"we all send our deepest sympothy to all of her family i didnt know Kim very well i worked with her for a short period of time but what i did know of her she was a wonderful person and a great nurse."

AUNT TAMI wrote on Jul 3, 2005:

"BROCK, KAITI, YOU KNOW WHERE I AM, IF THERE'S ANYTHING I CAN EVER DO FOR YOU. I, TOO, LOST MY MOM AT A VERY YOUNG AGE, IF YOU JUST WANT TO TALK... I'LL LISTEN. I AM SOOO SORRY. SHEILA, BILL, WE'VE BEEN TOGETHER SINCE THIS TRAGEDY BEGAN, YOU KNOW OUR THOUGHTS.. WE LOVE YOU."

Bob and Kathy wrote on Jul 3, 2005:

"Dear Bill and Sheila, We are very sorry about the loss of Kim. Kim was as we all should be; a lover of life. I have fond memories of Kim enjoying herself at the rodeo. There is much to be said of a person who knows how to have a good time and enjoy life. We also need to mention how fortunate Kim was to have wonderful parents. You were always there for her. Again, our condolences. Please let us know if we can be of any help. Love, Bob and Kathy Norton"

Heather Plate wrote on Jul 3, 2005:

"My sincere condolances. I worked with Kim in the past and I know the nursing profession has lost a bright light in our healthcare family."

sonia mayhugh wrote on Jul 2, 2005:

"Bill and Shelia,our hearts and prayers go out to you both.Kim was a wonderful person.She will be missed by all.Know that we are all thinking of you both at the Icehouse."

Lisa C wrote on Jul 2, 2005:

"I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Kim but live in the same mobile home park and just want you to know that people here are thinking of and praying for your family."

Jennifer (Nichols) Hendrix wrote on Jul 2, 2005:

"So sorry to hear of your loss. I live in the same mobile home park. Kim was a classmate of mine. Take care. "

Tom & Tina Keith wrote on Jul 2, 2005:

"Bill & Sheila, We are so very sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We remember when Kim was little, she was so bubbly, happy, and fun to be around. She was always so good to our girls. We saw Kim a while back at Walmart. She was the same happy, bubbly girl, except now she was telling us she's a grandma. We couldn't believe it. She had that same big smile, she's always had. Can't wait to give you both a big hug. Love you, Tom & Tina"

Jill Cameron Higgins wrote on Jul 2, 2005:

"To Sheila and Bill Behrends: I am so sorry to hear about your daughter Kim. I had read about the fire in the paper but didnt realize that Kim was your daughter until I read her obiturary on the muscatine journal web site. You and your family are in my prayers and you have my deepest sympathies over your loss. In sorrow, Jill"

Carolyn Taylor wrote on Jul 2, 2005:

"Kaiti, I didn't know your mom well but I remember she was crazy, fun, and always really nice to me. My mom remembers the times spent with her during cheer and we will miss her. -Carolyn "

Lori Martel wrote on Jul 1, 2005:

"Uncle Bill & Aunt Sheila, Thinking of you both and sending you my deapest sympathy. Take care of yourselves and the children. Love, Lori"

Betty Gifford wrote on Jul 1, 2005:

"I am so sorry. We wonder why things like this happen and it just isn't fair. My thoughts are with you. Betty O"

Brandi Little wrote on Jul 1, 2005:

"Aunt Sheila and Uncle Bill, We're so sorry we can't be there. We're thinking of you and you're in our prayers. Send our love to Brock, Kaiti and Bryson as well. love, Bryan, Brandi, Madeline and Brendyn"

Darla Gilbrech wrote on Jul 1, 2005:

"I am so sorry for your loss. I send my love and want you to know you are all in thoughts and prayers. Darla"

Sherrie Hesford wrote on Jul 1, 2005:

"I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Kim for a short time, but she left such an impression on me as she was such a great person. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with you... Sherrie"

Vicki Ziegenhorn wrote on Jul 1, 2005:

"Bill and Sheila, I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. it seems like just yesterday she was a little girl;time goes so fast. I cannot imagine what you are feeling right now,but know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You, Vicki"

Sherry & Mike Boynton wrote on Jun 30, 2005:

"Dear Shelia,Bill & family, Our hearts go out to you all! We will miss Kim so very much. Your daughter was a very special young lady and we thought the world of her. You can be so proud of her and her accomplishments! Our thoughts and prayers will be with you."

Jennifer Speakman (Behrend) wrote on Jun 30, 2005:

"I have been feeling such sadness over the death of Kim. Aunt Sheila and Uncle Billy, I am thinking about you and you are both in my thoughts and prayers. I love you."