Barbara J. Murphy, age 76, of Tipp City, formerly of Celina, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at Randall House in Tipp City.

She was born on April 1, 1939 in Dayton, OH to the late Harry W. and Vivian Y. (LeVack) Kling. Her husband, Richard A. Murphy, preceded her in death in 2011.

Barbara is survived by one step daughter: Nancy Peck of Troy; one sister: LaVonne Kling of Springfield; one sister-in-law: Cheryl D. Kling of Springfield; and one nephew: David Oliver Kling, Jr. of Canton.

In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by one brother: David Oliver Kling.

Barbara loved to garden, fish and swim. She truly enjoyed her time living at the lake.

Private services will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads Hospice, 8069 Washington Village Drive, Dayton, OH 45458.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.bairdfuneralhome.com.