Michael Murphy is listed as a Notable burial at https://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/calverton.asp.


Lt. Mike Murphy (May 7, 1976 – June 28, 2005) was a United States Navy SEAL officer who was awarded the Medal of Honor, for his actions during the War in Afghanistan. He was also the first member of the Navy to receive the award since the Vietnam War. His other posthumous awards include the Silver Star Medal (which was later upgraded to the Medal of Honor) and the Purple Heart.

Michael Murphy was born and raised in Suffolk County, New York. He graduated from Pennsylvania State University with honors and dual degrees in political science and psychology. After college he accepted a commission in the United States Navy and became a United States Navy SEAL in July 2002. After participating in several War on Terrorism missions, he was killed on June 28, 2005, after his team was compromised and surrounded by Taliban forces near Asadabad, Afghanistan.

Medal of Honor:  https://www.navy.mil/MEDAL-OF-HONOR-RECIPIENT-MICHAEL-P-MURPHY/

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President George Bush presents CMOH to parents of Michael Murphy.

Lt. Murphy and fellow Navy Seal in the field.

Photo of Lieutenant Michael Murphy in field uniform.

Calverton National Cemetery

Thank you Lt. Murphy for your actions, incredible accomplishments, and inspirational strength of character.  And thank you to his loved ones who are surely proud but have lost so much.  You are not forgotten.  I hope you feel his spiritual presence and love everyday.

“ Greater love has no one than this, that a person will lay down his life for his friends” (Jn. 15:13). We all know Murph as a brave warrior. His love for his brothers-in-arms and our country is truly inspirational.

Over this past weekend, and even as we go through Memorial Day itself, 10s of thousands of us will start and complete the "Murph" Challenge. During the past 20 years, so many of us have given so much, so often, it's hard to keep track sometimes. But it is a gift, and the sincerest reminder of Valor & Honor that a Military Service Member choose to sacrifice; and that every year and every time we take on the "Murph" he does it again, and we do too. A Lifetime of gratitude and giving won't amount to half of what this Man gave for us all, but I for one will keep living and keep giving! 

Most Sincerely,
- SSG

Thank you for your service teammate. LLTB

Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and the love of your brothers-in-arms. You are still an inspiration to those who serve and those who served.

Thank you Lt. Murphy for your sacrifice and service. Your life is honored and your legacy of honor, courage and commitment to your brothers at arms will never be forgotten. The heroism, valor and bravery you selflessly lived by is truly admirable. Rest in peace warrior!

Thank you for your sacrifice for your team and country

MICHAEL P MURPHY

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