Ralph Murphy was born on June 7, 1955, to the late Henry & Adell Murphy. He graduated from West Blocton High School & later went to Alabama A&M University, where he gained his Business Degree. On November 15, 2025, the Lord called him home.

Ralph was preceded in death by: his parents; two siblings, Jimmy Murphy, Odell Murphy Jones and his son, Bryan Marshall.

He leaves to cherish his memories: his son, Kelvin Marshall; sister, Ruth (Moses - deceased) Boone Canton, MI; three brothers, Rev. Robert (Donna) Murphy, Wilton, AL, Johnny (Geraldine - deceased) Murphy, Bessemer, AL, Clarence Murphy (who took care of him until his last day);one sister in law, Sandra Murphy, Detroit, MI; one living uncle, Thelman Smith, Lakecity, FL; a host of nieces , nephews, cousins and friends.